Many things have gone up in price especially for local retailers. Be aware
that discount priced tires may be old stock. Check the date codes. I see all
too often where folks install new tires that are already one to two years
old.

Dennis

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
Ellen in Oregon
Sent: Tuesday, December 06, 2011 10:14 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Cold weather and flat tires

As I returned from work this evening, upon opening the garage door, I noted
that Lola was definitely listing to the left (drivers side) more so than
usual.  As I suspected, a flat left rear tire.  This is the same tire that
was repaired the end of October.  I had meant to price out a couple of new
Hankook RA08's after that trip, but it slipped my mind.  That need was
brought painfully to the forefront tonight!

Anyway, I called one local place here in town who quoted me $135 per tire
(installed).  He said tire prices went up 35 percent the first of this year.
Is that true?  I see Bus Depot is still offering them for less than $80 each
(and if I lived anywhere close would swing by and pick up a couple).  I had
two put on about 18 months ago for $95 per tire (installed).  I just need to
get two more.  Will be getting a few more quotes in the morning.

Ellen
Lola, '85 Vanagon ASI Camper
Those two camping cats!

'Be Content with what you have; rejoice in the way things are. When you
realize there is nothing lacking, the whole world belongs to you.' ~Lao Tzu