Wood Ave, Edison
I would put 2 new matching Michelins on the front of the car (sometimes it’s recommended to put the tires with the most tread on the rear, but I disagree with that if there’s good tread going to the rear), especially since Michelin is chipping in (I don’t think they’re responsible at all). I doubt GM will charge you for mismatched tires if they’re the same size and matching from side to side, but why go there?
The wheels have taken a hit, but their integrity may be compromised. That’s probably why the dealer is recommending new wheels. If you can get the city to pay for it, do it right and be done. If not, see if you can get a good opinion on reusing the wheels (they likely do need repair). If you need to replace the wheels, get the part number from the dealer and search eBay (I don’t know how long you can wait to drive the car again if it’s disabled). Will your insurance pay for it under comprehensive? If so, you’re good to go minus the deductible. Hopefully it’s a small deductible.
Ebay shows:
There’s a few companies like this that resell refurbished wheels:
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They won’t, provided the same tire is on each axle. In other words, if you have Goodyears that match on the front, and Michelins that match on the back, that will pass. 2 of the same on each axle is acceptable. 4 mismatched tires won’t fly.
By far, $325 is best price for brand new exact tires.
2 Tires Cost - $270, Installation at local facility and taxes $55, Total Cost = $325
(This is not a Michelin authorized dealer)
BUT because my car is disabled and parked at dealer, I will need another $100 or so to tow the car from current dealer location to anywhere else. and it may not be worth time and effort involved.
So, I decided to go ahead with dealer changing 2 tires, me in paying in full and claiming the pre-agreed amount back from Michelin. If everything works out as agreed, net cost for me should be around $350. And the car should be ready in a week or so.
Once the car is in drivable condition, I will continue pursuing cheaper wheels, alignment and filing a claim with township for total out of pocket cost. Will update the post in case someone needs a future reference.
Between yesterday and today, I learnt many new ways to approach the same old problem of “tire replacement”. Thank you very much LH community! It feels nice to be a part of LH.
At least ask the Chevy dealer if your wheels are safe. If they don’t feel they are, they may refuse to do the work. If they are safe, maybe just align the wheels and call it a day. You can do the lease return inspection later and see what they’ll charge you on the wheels as they are and maybe not have to worry about it.
Good luck!
A standard alignment shouldn’t cost no more than $100, probably less.
Key up mobile wheel repair in your area, and you will get several vendors that fix rims and come to you. Usually about a 100 a wheel.
If it is cracked, take it to a local wheel shop, and they will refurbish and fix the crack for the same price as the mobile guy.
I had 20’s on my 540, and was fixing cracks on the barrels at least once every 6 months. Finally gave up, and bought 19’s.
Sure, I will take an opinion when I visit the dealership next time. Dealer said its wheel change is recommended but not mandatory. I will double check.
The General will waive 500 in damage charges if you stick with GM when you ground this thing. Food for thought.
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Providing an update-
After a week of waiting time, Chevy dealer replaced two tires with brand new OEM tires.
I drove straight to my local mechanic. He inspected the car thoroughly; drove it and said there is no issue in the car apart from aesthetics of alloy wheels. (Which I decided to deal with later)
Michelin approved 40% claim as promised.
After I receive the check from Michelin, net cost to me will be $316.
Thanks to everyone for your support!
This is 2 separate tires…
Where are the two new tires- on the front or one side?
Did you get anywhere making a claim against the city?
I had kind of a similar issue (very light wheel damage though) in Jersey City (NJ) and filed it with the city - they did reimburse for the tire replacement costs , plus rebalancing fees.
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Looks like you carried part of that bridge with you, hopefully it’ll hold…
It’s really frustrating to see this happening on NY/NJ roads during a regular drive.
Townships are aware of it but taking their own sweet time to fix the problem.
Both new tires are on passenger side (one on each axel.)
I’ll be initiating the claim with township in sometime.
Obviously the shredded one was garbage, but i had the one with the nail patched from the inside. Not the best thing to do with a run flat, but cheaper than buying a new tire.
Does this apply to the interstates, too? Thought those were federal administration?
Suggestion- put both of the new tires on the same axle. My recommendation would be both on the front, since the front tires wear faster than the rear. You want to avoid getting charged for tires at the end of the lease. Beyond that, I’d be concerned about funky handling with two new tires on one side and two with 11,000 miles on the other side.
I’m not sure he’ll notice that much handling issues on a FWD, but it is odd they mounted the tires on the same side of the car instead of the same axle. I’d switch that if it were me as suggested.