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11-05-2012, 03:31 PM | #1 |
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Tire Blow-out
Has anyone had the experience of having a blow-out with the non-runflats on the Z4. Just wondering how frequently this could occur and how the car might react. Thanks.
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11-05-2012, 03:56 PM | #2 |
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I was graced with a blow out last winter.
I usually replace the runflats within the first 10k miles or so with non-rft's (awaiting delivery of my 3rd Z4 in 9 years). I've never had a surprise blowout and have been really pleased with both the Michelins and the Pirelli P-Zeros. Last Feb, I incurred a flat in a parking lot and I didn't have the time or inclination to try to find a place local to where I was to get it fixed, so I opted for the dreaded fix-a-flat. I knew it was a gamble. Half way up the DC beltway at approx. 45mph, the tire gave. The car didn't lose control at all (granted I was only driving in a straight line), and produced a fairly loud flopping sound. I figured that I would end up losing the rim, but I pushed on for another few miles until I found an exit and a shopping center that I could park it in. The rim ended up being fine and the flatbed tow truck was remarkably inexpensive. Luckily, I was dealing with a rear tire... I doubt that a front tire/wheel would have fared as favorably. |
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11-05-2012, 08:06 PM | #3 |
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Drives: '11 335i E93 Alpine White
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Location: New Braunfels, TX
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