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Old 07-30-2017, 02:14 PM
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Default Best place to get new tires and alignment

Just picked up a 2009 cayman in Atlanta. Where do you guys usually get new tires and an alignment done? At the dealer? Indie shop? Or order online such as tirerack and take the tires into a local shop to install? Thanks!

I have read Franz Blam and possibly Decatur Garage. Trying to stay within the petimeter.
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I have used Butler Tire in Buckhead and they do a great job.
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It would have been better if you would've included your location preference in the title.
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Originally Posted by ExMB
It would have been better if you would've included your location preference in the title.
I wanted this to be a general question to get an idea what most people do. Thanks.
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Tire Rack, with tires shipped to a local tire shop with whom I've done business for 20+ years.

I had to teach them the details of the center lock wheels, but I always watch them work and they're very conscientious.

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Tire Rack to my local Porsche dealer for installation, mounting, etc.
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I have used Butler several times, but only because I've suffered a flat in the vicinity of their shop on Roswell Road in Buckhead.

Dealer should be fine, it's a Cayman so no CL or super aggressive tire fitment (unless you have aftermarket).
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easy
tire rack and porsche dealer for installation unless they match tire rack price for the tires which they might do. why dealership not a regular tire shop
if they mess the job, they are much more likely to make it right by you



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