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Old Nov 9, 2004 | 03:34 PM
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Michelin's PAX system

Alex,
This looks to be a nice runflat concept.
Will this type of runflat come in a size for the Mini?
 
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Old Nov 9, 2004 | 08:25 PM
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I believe they designed the PAX system specifically for tires that have a tall sidewall, which isn't a problem on the MINI.
 
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Old Nov 9, 2004 | 08:55 PM
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ROFL! "the problem of tall sidewalls"!


Oh I'm just about crying that is soooo funny!
 
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Old Nov 10, 2004 | 05:13 AM
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Tom,
I thought that too. But, Michelin says one of the main reasons for the PAX system is because current RF's have to stiff a sidewall. I hoping it is not just because of the epidemic level of tall sidewalls
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I believe they designed the PAX system specifically for tires that have a tall sidewall, which isn't a problem on the MINI.
 
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Old Nov 10, 2004 | 04:52 PM
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The best way to get PAX system is to buy a vehcile

1 - 05 Bently Silver Shadow
2 - 05 Honda Oddesy

Those are the only 2 applications this has been applied to, yet. Now I am no naysayer but...anyone old enough to remeber TRX?!???

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Old Nov 11, 2004 | 06:52 AM
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And I have been reading on Honda boards about the problems Odyssey owners are having with the PAX system. Basically, most dealers aren't equipped to handle it, and the only solution is to buy a completely new wheel-tire set. Since PAX only comes with the top end Odyssey model, I have a hard time seeing dealers willing to purchase the equipment for it.
 
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Old Nov 11, 2004 | 11:20 AM
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Originally Posted by KatanaPilot
And I have been reading on Honda boards about the problems Odyssey owners are having with the PAX system. Basically, most dealers aren't equipped to handle it, and the only solution is to buy a completely new wheel-tire set. Since PAX only comes with the top end Odyssey model, I have a hard time seeing dealers willing to purchase the equipment for it.
or train tech's how to mount and dismount its components. Thats why the send complete wheel and tire units now.

Alex
 
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