That applies only for a tire with asymmetrical tread pattern. If it's a symmetrical tread there will be no need for an embossed 'inside' or 'outside'.betercallsaul wrote: ↑ When you take it back in the spring they should be able to figure it out pretty easily. The tires are labeled with a inside and outside, and that way you can know which side the tires go on, then you pair them by tread for fronts and backs assuming you have a 2wd car.
it's really not an issue then, 2000 KM is nothing.
Hi, still on the OEM wheels. i think the tires are bridgestone dueler. I washed both with car soap.Swerny wrote: ↑ it's really not an issue then, 2000 KM is nothing.
Did the Costco tech perhaps mark the tread rather than the sidewall?
Grease pencil doesn't just wash off.
Are they on or off wheels? If still mounted, as other have said, you can likely tell right or left at least but i wouldn't worry about it.
Most tires nowadays are directional (arrow on the sidewall) in which case you'll know which side. If not, then you should be able to tell from the wear on the tread blocks. The front of the tread blocks where they touch the pavement would be worn down more from braking and the rear would have a feather edge. Front tires usually wear on the edges whereas rear tires wear more evenly, If you can't tell anything from the wear, then there probably isn't enough to make a difference. Just mark them next time before you switch.
