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Notes from the quote desk.

Auction buying tips, tire inspection checklists, and commercial sourcing notes.

Equipment notes

Reading Ritchie Bros and IronPlanet listings carefully

Location, inspection windows, fees, and pickup constraints can change the real cost. Read note →

Commercial sourcing

Quote-based sourcing keeps unusual tire requests flexible and realistic. Read note →

Tire inspection

Photos, size markings, tread condition, sidewall condition, and application all matter. Read note →

Auction buying tips

Auction links, max purchase price, location, and pickup notes make the first quote sharper. Read note →