[T2] mixing tires

[Mike Benthin]

If you are buying new tires, put them on the rear, especially with rear 
drive vw's.  (See link)  If the tread left on the 195's is less than 
half, consider getting 4 tires the same. Hydroplaning is no fun in 
front, but you can regain control better than if rear starts slipping. 
The mph may be off a bit if you put the 195's in the front. 195's in the 
back will affect your gear ratio towards better mpg, less power.

http://www.popularmechanics.com/cars/how-to/repair/6-common-tire-myths-debunked-10031440
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2. MYTH When replacing only two tires, the new ones go on the front.

The truth: Rear tires provide stability, and without stability, steering 
or braking on a wet or even damp surface might cause a spin. If you have 
new tires up front, they will easily disperse water while the half-worn 
rears will go surfing: The water will literally lift the worn rear tires 
off the road. If you're in a slight corner or on a crowned road, the car 
will spin out so fast you won't be able to say, "Oh, fudge!"
There is no "even if" to this one. Whether you own a front-, rear- or 
all-wheel-drive car, truck, or SUV, the tires with the most tread go on 
the rear


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