For those of you who don't want to shlep tires here and there I can recommend a good shop in the San Leandro/Oakland area. I've had very good service on tires and alignment at Big O on Washington Avenue in San Leandro. 510-351-5022 Ask for Mario. I have 2 190s and an '86 300E that I've had Mario put tires on. Just recently I decided to cut the cord on Yokohama tires after a dismal 24k wear out. I live in the Oakland hills but I'm not that tough on tires. So I'm trying something called the Falken 329 (ziex) and so far they're as smooth and as quiet as the Yokos. They come with a one year road hazard warranty that I've already used on a leak (chrome chip on the wheel, fixed without complaint). I've gotten the best alignment from these folks after trying two different so-called MBZ experts (non-dealer) If you're lucky, Mario will front you a pastrami sandwich from Harry's at lunchtime. Tell 'em Alvin sent you. A big plus is generally I'm in and out in roughly 60 - 90 minutes. They are service oriented.
11-29-2006, 03:27 PM
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