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Mixing Tires – Bad Idea

posted on 12/14/2018 12:16:42 AM

In a perfect world, all four tires would wear out at the same time. In the same perfect world, everyone would be able to afford a whole set of tires all at once. Unfortunately, things often just do not work out that way. Sometimes you may just have to replace tires as you can afford them, one or two at a time, but there are some important things to bear in mind if you have to do that. If you can only afford to replace one or two tires, it’s essential that you go with tires that are identica...

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Make Your Truck Stand Out With Truck Accessories!

posted on 12/14/2018 12:12:51 AM

Ask anyone who’s got a pickup truck – one of the great things about trucks is the number of options available for customizing your truck and really making it your own, to suit your needs and preferences. That’s what we specialize in at Top Shop Truck Accessories …a wide assortment of toppers, tonneaus, running boards and other goodies to dress up your truck! · Fiberglass truck toppers: Truck toppers have come a long way from the drafty aluminum “camper shells” of a generation ago ...

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So You Get A Flat Tire...What Now?

posted on 12/13/2018 7:48:30 AM

Nobody ever looks forward to a flat tire, and nobody ever says "well, that was a really good time" after having one. You can at least minimize the damage to your tire and danger to yourself, though. Flats vs Blowouts If you get a blowout, you'll know about it right away. Sometimes the tire can fail dramatically, with a bang as loud as a shotgun going off. Other times, it might just be a loss of air and a sudden change in your car's handling, followed by vibration, noise and a pull to one side. ...

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Which Type of Tire Tread Do You Need?

posted on 12/13/2018 7:28:50 AM

There are so many tire designs on the road -- all-season, high performance, touring, light truck -- and even within a specific tire design, there may be several choices of tread patterns. What differentiates them, and what are the pros and cons of each tread design? -- Directional tread has a pattern of grooves and chevron shapes, all pointed in one direction. This design makes it easy to direct water away from the tire's contact patch and prevent hydroplaning in wet weather, and also offers...

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Thinking About A Lift Kit?

posted on 12/13/2018 7:26:03 AM

It’s great to have a lifted truck or SUV. You’re rolling down the highway and sitting at a commanding height, looking down on all the other vehicles around you. It’s a powerful feeling. If you’re contemplating a lift kit, though, there are some things to consider. What kind of wheels and tires are you thinking about? What kind of use will the truck really see? What’s your budget? If you’re just looking for a little boost in ride height for oversize tires, maybe a body lift kit is what you...

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What To Do With Those Old Tires

posted on 12/13/2018 7:23:47 AM

Every year, about 290 million tires are discarded; of those, about 233 million are recycled in one way or another. Shredded tires can be used for playground surfaces, welcome mats, hot-melt asphalt, bark mulch and even made into building material for “green” construction. But what can you do with your old tires? Here are some ideas: --Fill a tractor tire with sand to make a great sandbox for kids --Hang a tire from a rope as a tire swing --Stack a couple of tires on top of each other, bolt th...

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A Brief Explanation of Tire Information

posted on 12/13/2018 7:21:00 AM

Ever wonder what the designations stamped on your tire sidewall actually mean? We’d like to break it down for you. Let’s take for instance, “P195/60R15 87S”. This is a full service description of a tire. In this case, “87S” denotes a tire’s load capacity and speed rating. The higher the number, the greater the load capacity – an 87 load capacity means that tire can support 1,201 pounds. Speed ratings range from L (75 mph) through V (149 mph), and an S speed rating means the tire is good...

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The Top Truck Accessories

posted on 12/13/2018 7:15:07 AM

At The Top Shop in Palmetto, FL, you probably know that, along with wheels and tires, truck accessories are a big part of what we do here. Whether you are wanting to make your truck look new again or customize your new truck, we have accessories you need. Lift kits: Everyone loves seeing a 4 x 4 truck with a tough set of big oversize tires…but if you’re going that route, you’re going to need a lift kit to get plenty of ground clearance so your tires can clear the wheel wells and your diffe...

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Shopping new tires? Consider the brand.

posted on 12/13/2018 7:12:53 AM

Choosing the right tire brand is not only confusing, it can be downright frustrating. Not only is there a dizzying array of tire makers out there, some of them even manufacture multiple brands, molding a different brand name into the same exact tire. So how do you sort through brands and tread wear ratings, warranties and build quality, and end up with a great set of tires? Start with a trusted brand. Toyo, Nitto, Hercules; these are tire brands that have stood the test of time and enjoy a grea...

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Best Wheels for Florida Conditions

posted on 12/13/2018 7:10:16 AM

Florida is known for its near-perfect year-round sunshine, powdered sugar beaches, hot rides and hot wheels. While the sun's rays and soft sands are great for residents and vacationers alike, they can be very hard on your wheels. The Top Shop specializes in providing high-quality wheels for your car, truck or SUV that are designed to beat the heat and constant sand blasting of Florida roads with brands that feature extra durable finishes backed by surface finish warranties. The right brands f...

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Mixing Tires – Bad Idea

Make Your Truck Stand Out With Truck Accessories!

So You Get A Flat Tire...What Now?

Which Type of Tire Tread Do You Need?

Thinking About A Lift Kit?

What To Do With Those Old Tires

A Brief Explanation of Tire Information

The Top Truck Accessories

Shopping new tires? Consider the brand.

Best Wheels for Florida Conditions

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