So we went to town fair tire today to buy new sneakers for my wife's wagon. She had a price on some Kuhmos that she liked. Just so happens there were none in stock to price match. BUT they had some Nankangs,not what we wanted,but they were $99 each.She doesn't drive the car all that hard,so we figured,hey,$400 is great! Free mounting,free front end alignment...all that crap that they advertise. So when the sales guy gave us the final price,it was $590! We walked out. Then really got thinking. Went back in. Asked about the $200 difference. Turns out they charge $15 A TIRE FOR BALANCING!!!! What a CROC!!!! Plus a bunch of other hidden fees ($3 a pop for valve stems,plus somewhere else they were getting another $128). So we walked out again. If I cant find a set of like new tires this weekend,we will get some at the garage beside her work. I thought that place was a good deal. Ill never set foot in there again. Im all done supporting these damn national chains. There was an old woman in there,questioning on why her tires cost $175 more than she was told,they explained her fees and she just nodded and agreed,and sat down to wait again. Im going to buy a rim clamp machine,and a spin balancer soon. The way I see it,I should make my first million by next February.........
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I have never been there, but when I sold a set of wheels I had, I asked the buyer if he would mind just taking them with the tires they had on them. He got a price there to have the tires dismounted. Just simple removal of tires, and they told him something like $40-$50! That's ridiculous! My local garage charges $40 for removal of old tires, and then mounting and balancing of the new ones. even the tire store down the road only charges $50 for that process. And they were telling him that much just to take tires off! I would definitely never go there.
our vip charges 15 a tire to mount and balance. you're almost better off buying the tires and having a local guy you can trust mount and balance. I used to do my own at work until they shut us down, so now I need a local guy to avoid the same situation
They gave me the same run around. That place it the biggest pile of dog S there is. My wife's tire that we did buy there had a pucture in It an they said we can't patch it. So I
Said well you state that if you can't patch it you rePlace it. They said that does not apply to this hole. Do f'n stupid. I will
Never go there again.
Yeah,I am actually going to buy a nice rim clamp tire machine and a spin balancer. I run old school SSR reverse deep dish mesh wheels on my 240sx(well-used to,til the car sold)...anyway,I dont trust ANYONE with those wheels. They are on my Datsun 510 now. With the rear camber being so far off from a 4" drop,Ill be changing tires 3 times a summer. I plan on doing an "under the radar" tire changing business once my garage is built.I dont want to do 20 sets of tires a week,just enough to help justify the cost of a nice setup. My loan just went thru,so with building permits..etc..etc-it will be a couple months now. I used to do a LOT of custom wheels years ago,and all I had was a Coats 20/20,but I knew how to adjust it,and spent the money on the plastic shields,and replaced them when they wore thin. There is NO EXCUSE for a tire place to scratch,chip,or in any way damage a customer's wheels.(even if they are spray painted!) Especially with the new "touchless" machines. I (in most cases) dont blame the employee,I blame the business owner for making these guys rush to get more done in a day,or giving a small $$$ bonus for the amount of work done. It sucks,but customer service isn't even in the toilet anymore,its in the septic tank......
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I have had great luck going to Tire Warehouse in Arundle. They have always been real careful with my rims and my fathers BMW rims. I always purchase from either TireRack.com or DiscountTire.com and have them install them. They never give me any greef or hassles. The only issue I had was when I wanted my AX tires reversed on the rims after they had gotten to the wear bars. They said they couldn't do that on tires that where on a vehicle (must be inspectable) but because they weren't going back onto the car it ended up not being a problem. There is also a guy who has a mobile unit that has come to a few AX events and a bunch of guys have sourced tires thru him.
Smelt, good luck with the next indever. I'd use you, but you are a little far away.
Ive gone to townfair tire for quotes and found theyre real overpriced, they quoted me $510, for sone tires and went and got the same from a lical garage in Oxford for $100 less. Iwagon, I use impirts plus on 26 in Oxford, great guy, gives goid deals, check him out if u need work done!!
hah we bring tires to him
Town Fair hasn't impressed me as of late either. While I did get tires swapped over to my new wheels, all mounted and balanced, new valve stems, and a 4 wheel alignment for $89 (pretty decent deal), they still managed to chip the paint on 3 or 4 wheels I had...
Smelt. If you get the equipment, I would love to go through a local guy. I will be needing to have lots of tires here soon..... Do the tires for free and I will give you money to view your datsuns. Completely separate transactions of course
My kind of deal. ...anyway,Im still going thru the whole process. Once I have a building permit,its go time. I should have enough left from the $$$ to get the machines as soon as the garage is up. I was going to convert my current 16x16 shop into the "tire garage",but taking tires off in the rain isn't any good.And running up and down stairs to blast/paint sucks too. So it will all go in my tool room in the big garage. Plus the Datsuns get to stop being second class citizens,and live inside.
Also,just wondering what kind of luck people have had with their alignments from TFT? I heard they werent that great at it.....
Never been to a Town Fair Tire. ...after this thread never will either.
im just going to add to this....so my friend, happens to be a female , bought some snow tires there. they advertise free snow tire chageover and when she called to make an appt they ask are they on rims or not. which apparently if there not they charge you 50 bucks to swap the 4. I explain to her that there not on wheels and will need to be swapped but theres only two so it shouldnt be 50....she calls back and they tell her 21. ....how does it go from 50 for 4 or 21 for 2...... I told her that they advertise free m&b and she shouldnt be charged and if they try id just do it for her for free.........
A buddy of mine went there for truck tires and car tires. He wanted a 4 wheel alignment on both vehicles and they didn't really want to do it. His car went back 3 times due to poor balancing.
We bought tires for the wife's Xterra last summer. Car has been back 2 times for slow leaks. Also, they broke the plastic hub that covers the lug bolts. I told them they are the only ones that have taken it off, but claimed it was old and they broke. I will not go back. Next set of ties will be bought through Sterling Auto, a friend owns it and will get me great pricing on tires. (Through Tirewarehouse on riverside street)
I shouldnt knock town fair, we use them for alignments. the shop I work at doesn't have an alignment rack (boo). I wanted them to align my car more for autocross, you know, zero front toe, slight toe out for the rear and a slight bit of camber in for the fronts. they did the toe adjustments just fine, but when I asked the guy to do the camber too, he kinda brushed me off. I cant complain because it was a great price, but I would expect them to at least tell me something bs or not on why they didnt want to do it. even though the dealers are a lot more expensive, maybe have it done there. if I had easy access to a machine, id be doing them myself like 4 or more times a year.
Toe and go is there motto I did alighnments for them 2 years they don't want you spending time on one car
I think that's the biggest problem with most of the chain garages these days. Like I said,its hard to blame a guy (or girl) who really cant afford to lose their job,but is forced to rush it,or just plain do a poor job,per company "rules". It will all come back to bite these places when the money really dries up,and even the "richy riches" have to think about their budget.....
Theres no winning with those tire places seriously. Tire warehouse is just as bad. Never going back there, and after reading all this ill never go to tft either. .
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Steve1
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Review of Town Fair Tires Auburn, ME
Dec. 10, 2022
*** 1Hr late starting the work for a Pre-Scheduled Appt!!!***
Pre-Scheduled 11am Appt, yet Tires not ready for mounting upon arrival. Had to wait 1hr before they even requested my truck from the parking lot (and they knew I was there waiting). Then, had to wait another 2hrs for them to do the work. ***HORRIBLE Experience-In total, I was there for 3hrs for a prescheduled appointment by the time they were done!! If I was told it would take that long I would not have planned my day around it like I did...life is too short. Research alternatives to this or better yet...go elsewhere!!
Date of experience: December 10, 2022
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Anna1
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I went into Town fair tire in Middletown on Nov. 8th and the service was pleasant and the service was pretty quick I thought. They had to order my tire from another location but the job got done that same day thank you to the Manager Brittany for following threw and seeing it done promptly truly appreciated. Anna
Date of experience: November 28, 2022
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Remon Gergis1
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Went there to change tires on 12/03 1:30 pm. I had cash in my glove compartment. Checked my truck before I left their parking lot and noticed my glove compartment wasn’t closed all the way. Looked into the bag the money was in it and it was gone. $861 were missing from my truck. Police and attorney involved. And will not let go until they find the thief. we actually just moved to maine recently and was looking to do business with them for all of our cars
Date of experience: December 03, 2022
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- denise -1
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Bought tires last year from you folks in the Hyannis store and the experience was overall great - I wish I had left a review then! Went back last week for a "slow leak" and AGAIN, the overall experience was great. This time I was helped by Dustin.
Date of experience: December 01, 2022
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Brad Ploof1
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There were a couple of issues. First they did not have the tires I ordered here when I arrived. And instead replaced them with another brand. I had no time to research the tire or know if what they were giving me was comprable. I arrived 1 hour before my scheduled appointment and dropped the car off. I was told it would be 90 minutes to do the work. When I arrives two hours after my scheduled appointment was to start, THEY STILL DID NOT HAVE MY CAR IN THE BAY! I was told it was going to be ANOTHER two hours before it was done! Horrible experience. If I was told it would take that long I would not have planned my day around it like I did. .. And I did not get the tires I ordered!!
Date of experience: November 22, 2022
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Eric Wilson1
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Thank you for helping to get my family home safely after they got a flat tire at closing time in the pouring rain!!
Date of experience: November 30, 2022
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Roland1
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Had an appointment to have my four tires rotated and once I got there, they refused to do the rotation, claiming that the tires were defective and too old (which they were not). The tires had plenty of wear still left on them and the "supposed" defects were not apparent to me. The whole purpose of the "free" rotation seems to be to get you to spend more money on tires or services. In addition, the person who inspected my tires was extremely rude. I would not recommend this place to anyone.
Date of experience: November 15, 2022
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Joy Crochiere1
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Never had a problem before but I purchased 4tires on 10/14 at the Dayville store. Both Tom and Walter were friendly and professional. But I recently had work done on my car and my mechanic had to rebalance all 4 tires. All were 1oz off making my front end shimmy. It’s much better now. I will return for my tire needs but will mention this to the guys.
Date of experience: October 14, 2022
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David Owen1
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Rashid at Town Fair Tire, Plaistow, NH was extremely helpful and insured that my expectations were identified up front and in turn met throughout my experience.
Thank you Rashid!
Date of experience: November 21, 2022
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Brittany Jablonski1
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This morning I hit a pothole and it destroyed my tire. I was able to drive it to the nearest Town Fair Tire Center at 1736 Boston Rd, Springfield MA and Dave Clerk # 056F was so quick, helpful, sincere, and the epitome of phenomenal customer service. You made my crappy morning so much better, I thank you!! The tire being put on with alignment only took 40 minutes. Truly am so appreciative for all the workers at TFT Boston Rd. You have earned a lifelong customer.
Date of experience: November 08, 2022
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DON1
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BEST DEALERSHIP I HAVE EVER BEEN INVOLVED WITH. WE WERE TRAVELING FROM BOSTON MA TO NC AND GOT A FLAT IN THE POURING RAIN AND HIGH WINDS, WE CALLED THE TOWN FAIR TIRE IN ROCKY HILL, CT. LOCATION WHICH WAS JUST ACROSS THE STREET WHERE WE PULLED IN TO GET GAS. MIKE ANSWERED AND SAID WE CLOSE IN 20 MINS TO RUSH OVER AND THEY WOULD TAKE CARE OF US. WELL I COULDN'T DRIVE ON THE TIRE THE WAY IT WAS, SO WAITED IN LINE TO GET AIR INTO THE FLAT SO I COULD DRIVE ACROSS. MIKE TOOK THE TIME TO COME ACROSS THE STREET AND HELP ME GET THE TIRE INFLATED SO I COULD GET THERE. HE SAID HE TALKED TO HIS BOSS, GIOVANNI, AND THEY AGREED TO STAY OPEN AND FIX WHATEVER WAS NEEDED SO WE COULD HAVE A SAFE TRIP HOME (ANOTHER 14 HR DRIVE). WELL ONCE WE GOT THERE, THEY MADE SURE THE 3 OF US WERE COMFORTABLE IN A WARM DRY PLACE INCLUDE OUR DOG. MIKE FIXED THE FLAT AND DID EVEN TRY TO SELL US A NEW TIRE. AFTER ALL THAT TIME AND EFFORT INCLUDING KEEPING THE STORE PASSED CLOSING, THEY WOULDN'T EVEN TAKE ANY PAYMENT. WE WILL REMEMBER FOREVER HOW WELL THEY TREATED US AND PLAN TO PAY THAT KINDNESS FORWARD IN THE FUTURE. WISH THERE WAS A TOWN FAIR TIRE DEALERSHIP WHERE WE LIVE.
GOD BLESS MIKE AND GIOVANNI. FROM
DON, LINDA AND MARY ( OUR 85 YEAR OLD AUNT).
Date of experience: November 30, 2022
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John Parkinson1
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They made me sit there for an hour and a half without telling me their alignment tech went home early. The person behind the counter tried to do it only when I said something about it. How long was I supposed to sit there? If he told me that an hour ago I could have gone somewhere else and have it completed. I am a mechanic and have worked for Town Fair Tire in the past. I know how long it takes to accomplish this task.
Date of experience: November 03, 2022
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A. Yatsinko1
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Came in to have 4 new tires installed on my Chevy Silverado. Ricardo was very helpful. I had originally planned on buying Goodyear Wrangler Duratrac that had been ordered over the phone with someone else the week before. After talking with Ricardo about my needs and wanting a tire with a good warranty he told me about the Falken Wildpeak AT which had a better tread wear warranty and was a better rated tire. They were more money than the Goodyear tires but, Ricardo gave me the Falken tires for the same price as the Goodyears and even honored the rebate the had just expired for the Falken. I had also bought tires for my other vehicle from him about 2 months ago. Very nice and knowledgeable guy.
Date of experience: November 10, 2022
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Matt1
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I bought 4 new tires from the Londonderry store a year a go and just got a nail in one that couldn't be fixed. Garret the mgr. was awesome and replaced all 4 tires with new ones because it was what was best for my Cadillac SRX and well under the cost for 1 new tire!
Thanks Garret and your team!!
Date of experience: October 29, 2022
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Bob D1
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Jameson and the crew at Town Fair Tire in Concord NH were great. Jameson was very knowledgeable about the tires they sell, he was up front with prices and explained any rebates that were taking place. His communication (cell phone call updates during waiting period) was very much appreciated. After the tires were installed, he explained all that was done and any issues that were addressed. Thank you.
Date of experience: October 28, 2022
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Steven M.2
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Called Manchester NH Town Fair this morning at 8:00 with a need for tires by end of day. Paul gave me an afternoon appointment to discuss tire options.
He checked my tires and wheels. Being something of a unicorn, my AWD minivan needs good quality, somewhat pricy tires.
Instead of selling me 4 tires, he gauged all 4 and assured me I needed only 2, saving me about $500!
Guess Paul is somewhat of a unicorn too!
Thanks Paul!
Date of experience: October 27, 2022
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Michelle1
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I forgot my original appointment date and showed up the next day thinking this was the day. Mel in the Quincy store, was the best, he was able to get me in and also told me I had selected the wrong size for my truck, and the brand I paid for did not have my size. He got me better tires and honored the price I paid. He was so friendly and kind. I will recommend this store to everyone. Thanks Mel :)
Date of experience: October 26, 2022
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John1
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I bought tires here based on the ability to have free rotations as needed (every 5000 miles) and have now been told they don’t make appointments for rotations and you have to drop your car off in the morning for pick up by 7pm. Since I only have one car, this is not going to work for me. I will no longer be doing business with this company.
Date of experience: October 22, 2022
Hi John,
We sincerely apologize for the issue you had setting an appointment with the store. I would like to talk about your experience and see what we can do to make this right for you. My name is Rich Allen and I am the head of customer service for Town Fair Tire. At your convenience I can be reached at 1-800-972-2245 ext. 213. Thank you for your feedback
Sincerely,
Rich Allen
Director of Customer Service
Town Fair Tire
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Jim H1
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I’ve been going to the Town Fair Tire in Derby for 30 years for all of my vehicles.
Glen and Josh are the dream team. They always take care of me & they know their stuff. As long as these two are here, you’re undoubtedly in good hands.
Thanks guys.
Jim H
Date of experience: October 29, 2022
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Mark1
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Service manger was nice, went in for tire rotation and he recommended a alignment also on how tires were wearing, so I agreed. At state inspection next week I needed new front tie rods and another alignment
Town fair tire never should have done alignment according to mechanic, very obvious old tie rods were bad, a lot of movement
Date of experience: October 17, 2022
Hi Mark,
We sincerely apologize for the issue you had with your vehicle and the alignment. I would like to talk about your experience and see what we can do to help. My name is Rich Allen and I am the head of customer service for Town Fair Tire. At your convenience I can be reached at 1-800-972-2245 ext. 213. Thank you for your feedback
Sincerely,
Rich Allen
Director of Customer Service
Town Fair Tire
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Designation | R13 | R14 | R15 | R16 | R17 | R18 | R19 | R20 | R20+ |
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Price for 1 wheel | 300 | 350 | 400 | 425 | 475 | 550 | 650 | 700 | 800 |
Price for 4 wheels | 1200 | 1400 | 1600 | 1700 | 1900 | 2200 | 2600 | 2800 | 3200 |
Removal / installation | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 125 | 150 | 150 | 180 | 180 |
Tire fitting | 80 | 100 | 120 | 140 | 150 | 180 | 260 | 250 | 300 |
Balancing | 120 | 150 | 180 | 190 | 200 | 220 | 260 | 250 | 300 |
Designation | R15-R17 | R18 | R19-R20 |
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Price for 1 wheel | 600 | 650 | 800 |
Price for 4 wheels | 2400 | 2600 | 3200 |
Removal / installation | 150 | 190 | 200 |
Tire fitting | 160 | 200 | 300 |
Balancing | 290 | 260 | 300 |
Fitting low profile tires increases cost by 30%
Fitting any run flat tires increases cost by 30%
Adds 30% cost to off-road tires
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Type of service / Type of car tire | 12" | 13" | fourteen" | fifteen"* | 16" * | 17"* | eighteen" | 19"-22" | UAZ, Gazelle, minibus | SUV, crossover, SUV |
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Removal and installation of the wheel, pcs. | 35 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 55 | 75 | 90 | 100 | 75 |
Technological wheel washing, pcs. | 45 | 45 | 45 | 45 | 45 | 45 | 45 | 45 | 45 | 45 |
Tire service, pcs. | 75 | 95 | 105 | 105 | 120 | 145 | 175 | 220 | 140 | 130 |
Treatment of the disk side with sealant, pcs. | 45 | 45 | 45 | 45 | 45 | 45 | 45 | 45 | 45 | 45 |
Wheel balancing taking into account the cost of goods, pcs | 170 | 185 | 195 | 210 | 230 | 275 | 290 | 345 | 280 | 315 |
Total 1 wheel | 370 | 410 | 430 | 445 | 480 | 565 | 630 | 745 | 610 | 610 |
Total 1 wheel with reinforced sidewall (Runflat type, etc. or profile ≤45%) | 470 | 510 | 530 | 545 | 580 | 665 | 730 | 845 | 690 | 710 |
Total 4 wheels | 1480 | 1640 | 1720 | 1780 | 1920 | 2260 | 2520 | 2980 | - | 2440 |
Total 4 wheels with reinforced sidewall (Runflat type, etc. or profile ≤45%) | 1880 | 2040 | 2120 | 2180 | 2320 | 2660 | 2920 | 3380 | - | 2840 |
Inflating with nitrogen, pcs. | 70 | 80 | 90 | 110 | 145 | 175 | 220 | 245 | 155 | 245 |
Seasonal storage, pcs.*** | 450 | 450 | 450 | 600 | 600 | 750 | 800 | 1000 | 1000 | 1000 |
Repair of a car tire using "harness", "mushroom", "patch", pcs. ** | 100 rub. |
Car tire repair using "reinforced patch", pcs.** | 250r. |
Repair of a car tire tube, pcs. (1 damage)** | 50r. |
Car tire vulcanization (1 damage), pcs ** | 200 rub. |
Installing the valve of the disk of an automobile wheel, pcs ** | 60 rub. |
Installation of a chrome-plated valve of a car wheel disc, pcs** | 60 rub. |
Editing the geometry of a steel car disk, pcs** | from 100 rub. |
Editing the geometry of a light-alloy car disk, pcs** | from 500r. |
Editing the geometry of a steel car disk by rolling, pcs** | from 200 rub. |
Processing of the landing surface of the vehicle hub, pcs** | 50r. |
Replacement of an automobile wheel assembly, piece | 150r. |
Packing car tires/wheels in a bag, pcs | 15 rubles |
Utilization of a car tire, pcs | 50r. |
Winter tire studding, per stud | 30 rub. |
*Car tire fitting: R15 with profile size ≥ 70; R16 with profile value ≥ 65; R17 with a profile value ≥ 60, the cost of tire fitting a car tire is paid under the category "SUV, crossover, SUV".
** The cost of the operation is indicated without taking into account the service: c / a, tire fitting, car wheel balancing.
***The cost is indicated for a storage period of not more than 7 (seven) months. When storing a set of tires with disks - the price doubles.
Services / car tire size | 16", hyundai etc., light trucks with ring | 17.5" | 19.5" | 20" GAZ, PAZ, KAMAZ, 9.00 R20 | 20" MAZ, KAMAZ 10.00 R20 12.00 R20 | 20" GAZ-66, ATV, etc. | 20" ZIL-131, Ural etc. , Bolotniki | Loader | 22.5" | 24" | 25" | 26" |
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Removing a car tire | 200 | 150 | 200 | 250 | 300 | 400 | 400 | 200 | 200 | 500 | 600 | 700 |
Tire mounting | 200 | 150 | 200 | 250 | 300 | 400 | 400 | 200 | 200 | 500 | 600 | 700 |
Car tire fitting | 440 | 340 | 440 | 540 | 640 | 840 | 840 | 440 | 440 | 1000 | 1200 | 1400 |
Car wheel balancing* | 200 | 300 | 400 | 400 | 400 | - | - | - | 450 | |||
Truck tubeless tire repair | 170 | 250 | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | 400 | 550 | 600 | 600 | 600 |
Removing/installing truck wheel | 100 pair 150 | 100 pair 150 | 100 pair 150 | 100 pair 150 | 100 | 150 pair 200 | 200 pair 250 | 200 pair 250 | 150 | 100 pair 150 | 200 pair 300 | 300 pair 600 |
Wheel mount torque adjustment | fifty | fifty | fifty | fifty | fifty | fifty | fifty | fifty | fifty | fifty | fifty | fifty |
Truck inner tube vulcanization (1 puncture) | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
Wheel air pressure adjustment | thirty | thirty | thirty | thirty | thirty | thirty | thirty | thirty | thirty | thirty | thirty | thirty |
Truck tire vulcanization | 800 | 800 | 1000 | 1000 | 1200 | 1200 | 1300 | 1000 | 1200 | 1500 | 1500 | 1500 |
Truck Tire Recycling | 250 | 250 | 250 | 250 | 250 | 250 | 250 | 250 | 250 | 250 | 250 | 250 |
When dismantling car wheels from loaded cars, the coefficient = 2 is applied to the cost
*The cost of balancing works does not include the cost of balancing weights.