Tire experts at Wal-Mart

Scalded Dog · 02-09-2015, 10:51 AM

I was in line at the automotive counter yesterday, when I overheard a customer who wanted tires. His tire size was written down on a napkin for whatever reason. He asked the clerk for size, "216/65/16."

Now, clearly, there's no such thing as a tire that starts with "216," it's obviously "215," but it was either poorly handwritten, or the guy got his numbers a little mixed up. In any case, the clerk typed it in as requested. He regretfully informed the guy that they did not have that size in stock, but that if he ordered them, they could arrive tomorrow. The customer said yes... but the clerk said that the OTHER clerk (returning shortly) handled orders like that.

The other clerk returned, and was told that they needed to order some 216/65/16s for this guy. That clerk said, "216s?" and both the customer and the first clerk said yes... yes, they are 216s. So the next clerk went about the process of trying to order a set of 216/65/16s.

I usually volunteer to help folks out... but I was so amused, and so astounded that THREE adult males (including two automotive professionals (I know, it's hard to even type that with a straight face) were tripping over their own junk trying to figure out how to order some 216s, that I just left. They may still be there trying to order them ol' 216/65/16s.

ZED SLED · 02-09-2015, 11:56 AM

Well, being a Walmart shopper, my guess would be that he got the number off the tire while his wife was still sitting in the car, thus squishing the sidewall down to where the 215 looked like 216.

el-guapin · 02-09-2015, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by ZED SLED

Well, being a Walmart shopper, my guess would be that he got the number off the tire while his wife was still sitting in the car, thus squishing the sidewall down to where the 215 looked like 216.

Thats wrong... yet funny!

mpiersd · 02-09-2015, 02:42 PM

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Originally Posted by ZED SLED

Well, being a Walmart shopper, my guess would be that he got the number off the tire while his wife was still sitting in the car, thus squishing the sidewall down to where the 215 looked like 216.

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Originally Posted by el-guapin

Thats wrong... yet funny!

So very funny!

Spartan01 · 02-09-2015, 02:51 PM

I still do not understand how this could have happened.
We all know that Glorious Wal-Mart provides for us most generously, and especially for its beloved employees.
We all know that all Glorious Wal-Mart Employees receive most kind and generous benefits and salary, The Greatest and Most Glorious Training Program, and are destined to become the Great Army of the People's Republic of WalMartistan.

Now, peasant, simply drink the Kool Aid, on sale now, at Glorious WalMart and become one of us!

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No blasphemies or heretical statements shall be tolerated.
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pickwithaustin · 02-09-2015, 02:55 PM

Walmart...... LOL
There's a reason stuff is cheap.

gen6waiter · 02-09-2015, 03:09 PM

Walmart Tire Tech certification program (candidate must score 50% or re-test)
Test questions:
1. What shape is a tire on a passenger vehicle made in the US?
2. What shape is a tire on a passenger vehicle made outside of US?

hrpiii · 02-09-2015, 03:11 PM

Just using the word "Tire Expert" in the same sentence as "WalMart" is entertaining in itself.

How did you stop from setting yourself on fire while hearing that conversation.

f5journal · 02-09-2015, 03:11 PM

They will actually mount and balance tires the cheapest around here...and do a good job...plus, you don't have to go in

hrpiii · 02-09-2015, 03:20 PM

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Originally Posted by f5journal

They will actually mount and balance tires the cheapest around here...and do a good job...plus, you don't have to go in

M E D I C !!!! Oh hell no, f5journal has drank the kool aid!! Hang in there buddy, we are here to bring you back.

M E D I C !!!!! Man is dying here!

Spartan01 · 02-09-2015, 03:30 PM

I'm sorry, hrpiii.
He is gone, let's move on to someone we can save.

hrpiii · 02-09-2015, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Spartan01

I'm sorry, hrpiii.
He is gone, let's move on to someone we can save.

maybe some of the girls in the NSFW thread has drank the kool aid.

I know how to get that out of them, one way or another!

DDoug · 02-09-2015, 07:26 PM

Remember Murray's Auto Parts?

In high school I applied for a job there. They actually had a written test, mostly math, you had to pass. I did it and gave it to the manager. He looks it over, says "hmmph" about 4 times. Finally says, "I don't think I've ever seen this before."

"You got 'em all right!"

Thankfully, the dealer called and I got to be a porter for a couple years instead.

f5journal · 02-10-2015, 10:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hrpiii

M E D I C !!!! Oh hell no, f5journal has drank the kool aid!! Hang in there buddy, we are here to bring you back.

M E D I C !!!!! Man is dying here!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spartan01

I'm sorry, hrpiii.
He is gone, let's move on to someone we can save.

Hahahah...now that's funny guys....my rims are not damaged and I swear...I ONLY WENT THERE ONCE

02-09-2015, 10:51 AM	#1
Scalded Dog Drives: 2011 1LT Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Crestline, CA Posts: 3,029	Tire experts at Wal-Mart I was in line at the automotive counter yesterday, when I overheard a customer who wanted tires. His tire size was written down on a napkin for whatever reason. He asked the clerk for size, "216/65/16." Now, clearly, there's no such thing as a tire that starts with "216," it's obviously "215," but it was either poorly handwritten, or the guy got his numbers a little mixed up. In any case, the clerk typed it in as requested. He regretfully informed the guy that they did not have that size in stock, but that if he ordered them, they could arrive tomorrow. The customer said yes... but the clerk said that the OTHER clerk (returning shortly) handled orders like that. The other clerk returned, and was told that they needed to order some 216/65/16s for this guy. That clerk said, "216s?" and both the customer and the first clerk said yes... yes, they are 216s. So the next clerk went about the process of trying to order a set of 216/65/16s. I usually volunteer to help folks out... but I was so amused, and so astounded that THREE adult males (including two automotive professionals (I know, it's hard to even type that with a straight face) were tripping over their own junk trying to figure out how to order some 216s, that I just left. They may still be there trying to order them ol' 216/65/16s.

02-09-2015, 11:56 AM	#2
ZED SLED Drives: 2017 Mosaic Bk ZL1 M6 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: South of Raleigh, NC Posts: 9,617 View My Garage	Well, being a Walmart shopper, my guess would be that he got the number off the tire while his wife was still sitting in the car, thus squishing the sidewall down to where the 215 looked like 216. __________________

02-09-2015, 02:55 PM	#6
pickwithaustin Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Convertible and: Join Date: May 2014 Location: Central Texas Posts: 1,863	Walmart...... LOL There's a reason stuff is cheap. __________________ --------------------------- Currently in my Garage: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Convertible \| 1980 Corvette Stingray \| 1981 Firebird \| 1968 El Camino \| 2007 Crown Vic Police Interceptor \| 2001 Silverado \| 2001 Blazer \| 1965 Chevy C-10 \| 2007 Harley Softail Custom \| 2013 MX-5 in Copper Red Mica \| 2000 Corvette Convertible \| 2010 Corvette Grand Sport \| 2006 Audi A3 Turbo \| 2008 BMW 328i

02-09-2015, 03:09 PM	#7
gen6waiter Drives: Toyota Taco. 2010 SS-Sold :( Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: California Posts: 134	Walmart Tire Tech certification program (candidate must score 50% or re-test) Test questions: 1. What shape is a tire on a passenger vehicle made in the US? 2. What shape is a tire on a passenger vehicle made outside of US? __________________ You vs You

02-09-2015, 03:11 PM	#9
f5journal Senior Camaro Fanatic Drives: 2011 SS/RS manual - White Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: aiken, sc Posts: 1,980	They will actually mount and balance tires the cheapest around here...and do a good job...plus, you don't have to go in __________________ Former '68 and '69 Z/28 Owner...........Now sporting around in a 2011 RS/SS with........Kooks LT's and cats, JRE tune, CAI, scoop, ZL1 Bumper conversion, custom ZL-1 grille, halo harness, Painted silver stripes, GM GFX, black painted lower edge of skirts and rear bumper. MGW shifter.....and now a 3.91 1LE diff

02-09-2015, 03:11 PM	#8
hrpiii AKA "Beefcake" Drives: 2023 ZL1 Sharkskin Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Indy Posts: 8,573	Just using the word "Tire Expert" in the same sentence as "WalMart" is entertaining in itself. How did you stop from setting yourself on fire while hearing that conversation.

02-09-2015, 03:30 PM	#11
Spartan01 Drives: Evil Eva, 2010 2SS LS3 Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Falls Church, Virginia Posts: 3,600	I'm sorry, hrpiii. He is gone, let's move on to someone we can save. __________________ "You simply cannot trust quotes found on the internet." -Abraham Lincoln

02-09-2015, 07:26 PM	#13
DDoug Drives: '13 Inferno Orange ZL1 Convertible Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: The 313 Posts: 437	Remember Murray's Auto Parts? In high school I applied for a job there. They actually had a written test, mostly math, you had to pass. I did it and gave it to the manager. He looks it over, says "hmmph" about 4 times. Finally says, "I don't think I've ever seen this before." "You got 'em all right!" Thankfully, the dealer called and I got to be a porter for a couple years instead. __________________