Firestone Affinity tires problem

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  1. douglasjre

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    The writing on the sidewall says there are A rated for wet weather. But what i experienced today demonstrates that is a flat out lie. Is anybody else finding similar? This tire is aa mus avoid
     
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    Hows the tread depth?
     
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    really difficult to understand your wet handling experience over the internet. have you talked to firestone? what pressures are you running?
     
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