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#537487 05/14/2009 2:22 AM
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I'm getting ready to pull the trigger on 6 new tires for my 3800 dually (now is a time when duallys aren's so cool). M.E.Miller Tire in Ohio has the same STA tire as Coker or Universal, but they're $30 cheaper per tire. Coker and Universal had no good explanation and weren't interested in price matching. Am I missing something? Does Miller have a good reputation? Anyone have any experience with these guys?

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I shop locally when I have that option. I bought Columbia 6:00x16s for my 38 through a local tire shop. They were about as expensive as tires I'd have had to order but I didn't have to pay shipping. I don't know anything about how they set their pricing but if it was me I'd take the local deal, especially considering they're less expensive.


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Ive found some nice LT bias tires shopping the used tire shops, also picked up some good ones at swap meets.
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I bit the bullet and bought all 6. It turns out M.E.Miller had some outdated prices, but they gave me the price anyway....Now that's professionalism as far as I'm concerned. Fortunately, I will not have to pay sales tax, AND they'll deliver them (free) to a nearby Tractor/Truck Show. So far I'm very satisfied, and I will start making referrals.

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If you find a price on tires that is way lower than the competition, check the date of manufacture. Tires apparently have a shelf life. If they are too old (still unused, mind you) they may be considered unsafe. Seems silly, but it's true. Cheaply priced tires that are the same as those sold by Coker and Universal and so on are probably outdated. Ask about dates on any tires you buy.

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I appreciate all the information. These tires are fresh! New stock. The comapany made a mistake in their pricing, but stood by the catalog pricing. These guys have great customer service and highly knowledgable staff. They specialize in tractor and farm tires. They are a family owned business with alot of pride in what they do. Check out www.millertire.com



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