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Originally Posted by JARblue And this is why I take my wheels off the car myself, remove all wheel weights (with a plastic panel tool and rubbing alcohol - NOT

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Old 04-06-2019, 10:53 PM   #17 (permalink)
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And this is why I take my wheels off the car myself, remove all wheel weights (with a plastic panel tool and rubbing alcohol - NOT A FUCKIN CHISEL!!), and drive the wheels over to the tire place in another vehicle. Also, make sure tires are mounted properly if they are directional and/or asymmetrical before heading home.
Agreed 100%. In fairness to Firestone, the manager was pissed enough he looked about ready to use a chisel on the tech. Still, from now on I'm pulling weights myself, driving the wheels in, and insisting on a pre- and post-work inspection with the manager.

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