Mix RFT and non-RFTs on 07 335i coupe?

coh4777 · 07-09-2009, 03:40 PM

I just recently purchased a 2007 335i coupe with sport package and 18" wheels that still has the original RFTs on it. The two front tires have small bubbles on the sidewalls, which I assume are from impact damage, while the rear wheels have no damage and have good remaining treadlife. I am wondering if it is ok to replace just the front tires with non-RFTs and keep the rear RFT tires until they wear out? Does this affect the performance of the car in any way or is it best to just replace all 4 tires at the same time? Sorry for the noob question but I'm not that familiar with this stuff. I searched the forums but did not seem to find anything that helped. Thanks!

VMRWheels · 07-09-2009, 05:10 PM

It would be a better idea if you replaced all 4 with non-RFT's. I generally don't recommend mixing different types of tires together because their performance could be unpredictable during bad weather conditions.

-Charles@VMRWheels

coh4777 · 07-10-2009, 10:52 AM

Great thanks for the response!

ALUFELGEN · 07-10-2009, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by VMRWheels

It would be a better idea if you replaced all 4 with non-RFT's. I generally don't recommend mixing different types of tires together because their performance could be unpredictable during bad weather conditions.

-Charles@VMRWheels

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Especially when mixing Run-Flats and non-RFT.

Dan335i · 07-10-2009, 10:03 PM

I never mix tires on any car i have owned.Always use the same tire all around,unless your running drag radials in the rear.but i would still have non rft in the front if i went that route as i dont know if anyone makes rft drag radials.In fact i know they dont make them.

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Dan335i Lieutenant Colonel 32 Rep 1,786 Posts Drives: 07 335i coupe 6MT,w/sp. pack. Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: orange county NY iTrader: (2)	I never mix tires on any car i have owned.Always use the same tire all around,unless your running drag radials in the rear.but i would still have non rft in the front if i went that route as i dont know if anyone makes rft drag radials.In fact i know they dont make them.
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