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[HB of CJ]

This might only apply to folks who are trying to save big bucks on tires and wheels.  I cruised a big heavy truck wrecking yard somewhere on S. Union Ave in Bakersfield CA looking for lots of good stuff.

At that time they had a set of "take offs" removed from a highway tractor truck 10 wheeler that had rolled, then burned.  The Michelin 11R24.5 tires and matching Alcoa wheels looked good at first.

I did not buy as the tires were about 5 years old and there were some issues with the front tires having been flat spotted when the truck wrecked.  Anyhow, with some planning,  bucks can be saved?

Not sure.  Too many things would have to be inspected and deemed OK.  Also while the guy at the wrecking yard was friendly, when it became apparent that there might be issues with inspections ...

And stuff taking his time, he became less friendly.  Not testy; just business like.  They did not like the idea of me possibly spending their time and stuff inspecting, truing, gaging and balancing their stuff.

But ... if a little bit closer to home and if you can develop a good relationship with the wrecking yard people with cash, perhaps some bargains can be had?  I did buy some cab gages and goodies.

HB of CJ (old coot)