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Old 01-19-2008 | 03:03 PM
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Having a lot of trouble sourcing Pirelli Corsas to replace my MPSCs, the rears of which now need replacing.

I'm wondering how my fronts (currently at 3mm) have worn compared to my rears (currently below 2mm in places) as it looks like I'll go with another pair of MPSCs for the rear this time around and I'd like to estimate the mileage the fronts and rears will run.

I know the rears started life with 4.5mm of tread, but does anyone know if this figure also applies to the fronts?
Old 01-19-2008 | 04:06 PM
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check tirerack for specs. tread when new should be listed.
Old 01-20-2008 | 05:08 AM
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Very useful - thanks.

Maybe I'll go for PS2s after all - their results look really good.
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I have the exact same tyre wear as you at 9200 km. I believe that the tread depth should be the same front and rear, 4,7 mm when new.
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Yes, you're right.



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