Want some input today. Should I pull the trigger on this tire deal?

[ryankokesh]

i have heard that discount places like costco/sam's club/walmart get tires made specifically for them that are of lower quality. True or false?

There are certain 'umbrella' (tier 1 or 2) companies that own different companies who will sell more value-oriented tires (for example, Hankook is launching Laufenn). Other tier 1 companies own mid market and lower brands as well to more effectively compete for different customers. I believe certain companies may also make specific tires for say, wal-mart, that you can't buy elsewhere. (I'm not 100% on that though.) But anywhere you buy a Pilot Super Sport you'll get the same exact tire as if you were to purchase it elsewhere. Same as a conti dws from Tire Rack will be the same conti dws you'll get from discount. Etc, etc.

[fredo]

+1. At the end, the tire company reputation is at risk.

BTW, if you decide to sell the Kumho tires, you may want to check if Costco has tire bags. I know Discount Tire has free tire bags. In this way, you keep your car clean while taking them home.

[Just_George]

thats pretty good money. How many miles did the Kumhos have on them?

Unknown...

[NorCalZman]

will the 4 Kuhmo tires fit in our car? 2 in the trunk 2 in the back seat (folded)

[slater]

will the 4 Kuhmo tires fit in our car? 2 in the trunk 2 in the back seat (folded)

yep. keep the seats folded up, lay an old towel down on the back seat, and stack them on the rear seat - two stacks of two. works well.

peter

[NorCalZman]

ok thanks. Well I pulled the trigger. It seems like a great deal. Been wanting these tires for a long time so I am very excited! Total for tires, install, tax, etc was still only $785. Another FTW for costco!

[johnrando]

Congrats, great deal.

[ELCID86]

Congrats, great deal.

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[fredo]

[UdubBadger]

super sports are always worth the upgrade