[HerrK]

Rolf,

How's your FA going. Were you able to get a detailed TIR report printout from the dealer which may have indicated where the wheel took a hit? I am planning on a 5K miles inspection cycle R&R of my wheels. But plan on keeping the RFT's on them none the less, as I had purchased the 5yr/50K tire/wheel warranty back in Apr when completing the final papers prior to ED. I like the look and ease of cleaning the 296's so unless I am forced to ante up $ to replace broken unit(s), at which time I will reevaluate my plan, I will burn through at least a couple of sets of RFT's. Maybe the new and improved 3rd gen will be available after set 1 (expected end of life - early 2012). I have also looked at some other RFT profile options (Frt - 235 or 245/40) (R - 265 or 275/35) which will fit the rims and give more sidewall height. So it will be interesting to find root cause for your failure (manufacturing defect, tire stiffness, design deficiency, etc). For now 3K+ happy motoring miles with no issues.