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bongbong

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13. Ratings

Mon May 7, 2012, 10:56 AM

May 2012

Ratings aren't always "30% under capacity". It depends on the type of product, and class of service, the failure mode, the testing agency, the amount of influence the legal staff of the company has over the accounting staff, and other factors. If the tires were brand new, you MIGHT be able to depend on a "safety factor". Tire belts shift with age and use.

All I'm saying is don't depend on something with about 50 variables if you're gambling with your life. Blowouts at 100+ MPH can end up with an overturned car.

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