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**commodor47** · 09-05-2007, 06:42 AM

Scott, I think Eric and Leon bring up some valid points to consider. We purchased our unit from a private party and the Good Year Marathons had a production date of 2002. The original owners went on one extended (2,000 mile) trip. In 2004-2005 we traveled cross country and drove nearly 11,000 miles (probably 9,500 under tow) and made a similar trip in 2005-2006 (another 10,000 miles). We did not experience any tire failure during highway towing. I am inclined to believe that the majority of Marathon tires perform without incident. I have to wonder how many of the tire failures are caused by deteriorating valve stems, road hazards, and side wall damage (as in low speed curb/cement pad impacts).

I bet that new TM is gorgeous! Enjoy!

Dick

09-05-2007, 06:42 AM	#5
commodor47 Site Sponsor Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Blandford, MA Posts: 1,046	Scott, I think Eric and Leon bring up some valid points to consider. We purchased our unit from a private party and the Good Year Marathons had a production date of 2002. The original owners went on one extended (2,000 mile) trip. In 2004-2005 we traveled cross country and drove nearly 11,000 miles (probably 9,500 under tow) and made a similar trip in 2005-2006 (another 10,000 miles). We did not experience any tire failure during highway towing. I am inclined to believe that the majority of Marathon tires perform without incident. I have to wonder how many of the tire failures are caused by deteriorating valve stems, road hazards, and side wall damage (as in low speed curb/cement pad impacts). I bet that new TM is gorgeous! Enjoy! Dick __________________ Dick & Jeri in Western MA 2003 2720 SL 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited 4x4 - V8 Albums