has anyone actually requested a different tyre to that fitted?? basically its a newer itteration of the original OEM, just another letter , same size , but higher load rating 107 instead of 103 and its an AWD estate/suv so additional load rating can only be a positive thing as i have a hoist and mobility scooter in the back .
also I have advisary last MOT 7 months ago mainly for cracks and deterioration of the sidewall(car has spent significant time sitting due to multiple operations , and then ‘covid ‘….
KWIKFIT when called said they would look at them then see what they had, (they said they were ‘fine’ as a pre MOT check last year….I requested the tyres I would like as they are a newer technology/formulation etc, with better wet weather breaking and the 107 adds better grade of rolling resistance/fuel economy as its reinforced, where it seems the std is not…
I don’t want to make multiple trips so have made other enquiries, but does it seem reasonable to request this newer tyre when the 3 size details are the same but has better ratings? i understand they are not insttock at my local and on a second ‘chat through motability(kwickfit) ive requested they be ordered , but suspect ill get a call back saying they cant get them etc. has anyone had any luck getting what they wanted?
cheers..