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Old 05-05-2007, 10:50 PM
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you are looking at a 275/40/75 bf goodrich g-force KD tire...i was studying the tread for a minute, and i was wondering why there isnt an extra groove in the other center of the tire?...

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because they are left and right specific tires.
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right, and they are directional....what are the benefits of having more tread towards the outside of the car?
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cornering?
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asemetrical tires typically raise cornering ablility.
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correct on the cornering.




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