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Actually, Dunc;

Can you check to see if they'll have some various tyre sizes on the night? I'll be looking at getting 595's for the commo soon, and if I can get them at this night it'd be awesome ;)

If not, I'll do it the old-fashioned way (via doofington)

Hi guys,

For those who don't know me... I'm Mick and I look after the marketing and motorsport for Federal Tyres NSW. I actually work for National Tyre Wholesalers and have done for quite a few years now, so I will be the guy giving the presentation along with one of our NSW brand managers - Trent.

We will try to make this Friday night as interesting and fun as possible while still being educational. I'm looking forward to meeting all of you, having a few cold beverages and snacks and hopefully helping most who attend to leave with a better understanding of tyres.

BTW - Sorry but we won't be selling any tyres on the night :)

Cheers

Mick

BTW - Sorry but we won't be selling any tyres on the night :)

(but we are in the warehouse....so you guys distract him and I'll back the ute up ;))

Anyone who wants to order tyres can always do so via Doof :D

How does it work on Friday, just rock up and park the car and walk inside. Sorry first event at SAU for me can someone give me some quick tips. Sorry if I sound like an idiot and a complete newbie.




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