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Old 10-11-2005, 09:01 AM
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So I need a pair of Dunlop FM901's (265/35WR18).

Tirerack has them for $157usd each. (i think this is the best deal i can do)

If I have them shipped to my home, what other charges will i get dinged with?

If I get them shipped to some shop in Buffalo, which shop should i use that won't make a mess of my rims?
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don't know if there any capable shops to do 18's....tirerack has "preferred" installers that they can recommend.

a shop they recommended damaged 1 of my wheels 4 years ago.
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Ron - I'll save you the hassle and take your 18" rims off your hands....
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Ron try Gagliardis Wobble Shop, they have very new equipment and take very good car.

Mostly ex-race guys and don't fool around. He's in Gasport.
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dino also had his wheels damaged (16's), i believe.....
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If I have them shipped to my home, what other charges will i get dinged with?
normal taxes, brokerage fees, etc.. will add to your total significantly

maybe talk to the guys who repair 18 rims ? they should be able to install as well

Collision Networks Inc
905-669-1665

140 Doughton Road,
Concord, ON
L4K 1R3

they supposedly did wonderful work with darren's buddy's 19's (pat i think ? shvitzs2k)
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How much does tiretrends want for the tires?
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I checked tiretrends.ca and did not see these listed
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^ They sell alot of crap that's not listed tho. Sometimes it's best to call.
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Originally Posted by toosteeley,Oct 11 2005, 01:55 PM
How much does tiretrends want for the tires?
Checked 1010tires.com and they want around $300 cdn each. Shipping seems like a "no brainer" even with the stupid UPS brokerage charge. Just wondering if there are any other "gotchas"

Didn't Ian order a set from the US? Dude, speak up!


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