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Thanks for the advice on the C55. So if I get these Michelin P2's should I get the front replaced now as well? The stock Pirelli's up front are fine. It is not so much the desire to save the money (although of course that would be nice), but if I am fated to replace the back twice as often as the front anyway It would be nice to just get the PS2 now on the rear and and then when they wear out replace all four again with a new set of PS2's if I like them. What do you think? Is this a safety or performance problem? I could care less about looks. Thanks!
connor@tirerack.com
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-Kauai (who'd like to drive your AMG Mercedes! ;-)
I see that the Yokohama AVID TRZ is now available through tirerack. I'm looking to replace the stock Bridgestones on my 2005 Sienna XLE LTD. How soon before you can give some feedback about the AVID?
Thanks, LH
I live in the Northeast. Which tire would you recommend for my 01 Maxima SE? (17" wheels). The Bridgestone Turanza LS-V or the Avon Tech M550 A/S?
Thanks,
CDi
Can these tires and rims withstand potholes? We have lots of badly holed roads here in California, and I remember reading one consumer magazines' report that +2 or +3 wheels/tires were severely damaged when driving over such holes.
A general answer would be appreciated.
Also, what KIND of damage occurs? Do both the wheel and/or tire get hosed by nasty bumps?
And can a _forged_ wheel take that kind of punishment?
connor@tirerack.com
Tire & Wheel Specialist
The Tire Rack
877-522-8473 ext 269
When placing an order online or the phone, please reference Connor at ext 269
connor@tirerack.com
Tire & Wheel Specialist
The Tire Rack
877-522-8473 ext 269
When placing an order online or the phone, please reference Connor at ext 269
The rule of thumb is that the shorter the sidewall, the easier it is to damage a wheel. Sometimes the impact only damages the tire in the form of a blister or bubble on the sidewall. In the worst case scenario the impact blows the tire completely. If you do see a blister on any of your tires you should replace the tires ASAP. It will fail soon if you don't. If you are lucky the tire will absorb all of the impact and not damage the wheel.
The only way to keep a wheel in perfect shape....... don't hit anything. Regrettably potholes are common everywhere and accident's happen.
connor@tirerack.com
Tire & Wheel Specialist
The Tire Rack
877-522-8473 ext 269
When placing an order online or the phone, please reference Connor at ext 269
Incidently, are RunFlats better wrt this sort of abuse? I understand they have thicker sidewalls and/or interior supports.
It is question of how fast you will hit the pothole, are edges sharp enough, is it deep enough. Run Flats might not get destroyed but they will let more energy pass to the wheel and suspension. Tires are the cheapest part to replace.
Destroy Run Flat tire and you cannot continue your travel because you have no spare tire.
Krzys
1) they are a stiffer tire and the ride quality will reflect that
2)You have to use a Tire Pressure Monitoring System with the tires. If you don't have one you would need to purchase one.
3)If you are in a situation where you need a replacement right away they are harder to find at your local tire stores.
The Michelin PAX system that Krzyss referred to would not handle a hard impact very well at all. in fact more than likely in the event that you hit an obstacle hard enough to compress the tire you would probably shatter the support ring that is in the tire. this type of hit would more than likely puncture the tire when it was pinched between the obstacle and the support ring rendering it useless.
connor@tirerack.com
Tire & Wheel Specialist
The Tire Rack
877-522-8473 ext 269
When placing an order online or the phone, please reference Connor at ext 269
As an involuntary user of Run Flats (came with new minivan), let me throw several additional real life drawbacks:
1. Run Flats are more prone to punctures. Yes it is easier to puncture more rigid and less pliable tire, than softer and more pliable regular tire (I had four punctures per 42,000 miles)
2. Run Flats are real bad under low temperature slippery conditions (pliability of the tire compound)
3. They tend to be more prone to leak air than regular tires (pliability - good seal issue)
4. I estimate that the cost per mile driven is 5 to 6 times higher than premium passenger tires.
I replaced my Run Flats at 42,000 miles (5/32 of tread left) with Yokohama Avid TRZ and can not be happier.
Steve, Host
Thanks
connor@tirerack.com
Tire & Wheel Specialist
The Tire Rack
877-522-8473 ext 269
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4-225/55R16 Bridgestone BLIZZAK WS-50 - 109.00 ea
4-16X7.5 GM Steel wheel - 42.00 each
The Blizzack WS-50 will offer the best over all ice and snow traction and under normal winter conditions will last the longest.
connor@tirerack.com
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STEVE
I am looking to replace the tires on my recently purchased '02 Passat. (The dealer put the wrong size on, and refuses to change them.)
From reviews on TireRack, I've narrowed my choices to the following, based on price/performance ratio (Pilots, Turanzas, PZero's are too pricey):
1. Conti ExtremeContact
2. Yoko Avid V4S
3. Kumho ASX
The Yokos have the best overall ratings of the thre, and get great overall reviews. But, specific reviews from VW and Passat owners are so-so.
The Contis get mixed reviews from various owners, but are universally loved by Passat owners.
The Kumhos are praised by Jetta and Golf owners, but have no reviews from Passat owners.
Also to consider: The stock size is 205/55-16. I want to go wider with 225/50-16 on my 16x7 VW Alloy rims. (It shouldn't be a problem, as the dealer put on 225/55-16's. No rubbing. But, the profile is too tall, causing an inaccurate speedometer/ody/computer readout. Plus, the Goodrich Traction T/A has a butt ugly sidewall with such a high profile.)
Which tire would you recommend in my situation? Thanks in advance.
In preparation to return my 2002 530i to BMW this coming Tuesday (end of lease), I removed my winter tires this afternoon and put the OEM rubber back on. Last fall when I mounted my winter tires, I remember being in a bit of a rush, and apparently I forgot to mark the wheels so that I would know where they were last mounted. As such, I needed to examine the wheels and tires very closely so as to be able to divine where they came from. Given brake dust and tread wear, that turned out to be a fairly easy bit of detective work, however, it generated a mystery all of its own.
Unlike most performance tires (and even my winter tires), the OEM Michelin Pilot Primacy tires do NOT have a directional marking on the sidewall. Instead, one sidewall is marked with "Outside" while the other is unmarked. Hmmm, I guess that makes sense given that these tires are asymmetrical, however, upon closer inspection, I noticed that the "Inside" portion of the tread has an arced tread pattern for water removal similar to that of most other performance tires that I've had in the past. This is a good thing right? Well, on the right side of the car, the direction of the arced tread groove would in fact channel water away from the center of the contact patch; however, on the left side of the car, the reverse seems to be true, and that doesn’t seem to be too safe, at least to my way of thinking (flawed though it probably is). I'm sure that Michelin took water into consideration given that the Pilot Primacy tires are considered to be reasonably good in wet conditions, I'm just having a difficult time understanding how the left side of the car doesn't start to hydro-plane way before the right side.
Any comments?
Best Regards,
Shipo
Thanks
Dave
The original 2004 CR-V tire (205/70 R15) is 26.6” dia.,8.2” Sect.,6.5” Tread and 783 revs per mile
The 225/60 R16 is the closest to my '04 tire at: 26.6" dia., 8.9" Sect., 7.3" Tread and 783 revs per mile.
I'm sure putting the 225/60 R16's on my '04 CR-V using the '05 CR-V 16" x 6.5" Honda alloys will work out fine, as I have previously posted this question on many forums and ALL CR-V owner's have agreed they had no problem !!
NOW I must make my mind up on what TIRE to purchase ?? I'm deciding between:
BF Goodrich Traction T/A H
Yokohama Avid V4S
Michelin Pilot Sport A/S (with reluctance)
For about 6 months before I sold my 2000 Acura TL I actually had Pilot Sport A/S's on it, but this was after driving a couple of years with Bridgestone SO-3 Pole's and I found these Michelins were terrible, especially in the rain !! I hated every mile ....
I've heard good & bad about the BFG's (T/A H). I wonder how they will be on my CR-V especially since I am a VERY "aggressive" driver.
connor@tirerack.com
Tire & Wheel Specialist
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877-522-8473 ext 269
When placing an order online or the phone, please reference Connor at ext 269
I am replacing tires on my Tacoma Pickup. The tires I have on there now are 235/70R15 and want to replace them with 235/75R15. Is this acceptable? Are there any problem with doing that?
Unfortunately, the Traction T/A's are not the prettiest tires in the world, and may not look that great on the XJS. But, I'd rather buy just one set of tires than two. I'll bet they'd look OK on a big old Volvo wagon, though.
If you are interested in an almost-new set of Traction T/a's in 225/55-16, let me know. Maybe we can make a deal. Then, I can buy two new sets of tires after all!
connor@tirerack.com
Tire & Wheel Specialist
The Tire Rack
877-522-8473 ext 269
When placing an order online or the phone, please reference Connor at ext 269
connor@tirerack.com
Tire & Wheel Specialist
The Tire Rack
877-522-8473 ext 269
When placing an order online or the phone, please reference Connor at ext 269
connor@tirerack.com
Tire & Wheel Specialist
The Tire Rack
877-522-8473 ext 269
When placing an order online or the phone, please reference Connor at ext 269
195/65/15 BF Goodrich Traction T/A HR - 63.00 ea
195/65/15 Yokohama Avid H4S - 62.00
connor@tirerack.com
Tire & Wheel Specialist
The Tire Rack
877-522-8473 ext 269
When placing an order online or the phone, please reference Connor at ext 269
connor@tirerack.com
Tire & Wheel Specialist
The Tire Rack
877-522-8473 ext 269
When placing an order online or the phone, please reference Connor at ext 269
"I am replacing tires on my Tacoma Pickup"
What year, model, and trim level is it? is it 2WD or 4WD. i need to know this beforei can answer you question.
connor@tirerack.com
Tire & Wheel Specialist
The Tire Rack
877-522-8473 ext 269
When placing an order online or the phone, please reference Connor at ext 269
I have a Civic Hybrid with OEM Bridgestone B381 tires (185/70/14's), chosen for the Civic Hybrid, no doubt, due to their low rolling resistance. They are decent tires overall, but do seem a little skittish in rain and start slipping at the mere mention of snow (I do have winter tires). I tend to be gentle with my cars, so great handling isn't required, but I do drive 25-30k miles per year. What would your top two or three recommendations be for a set of tires that have a good blend of ride comfort, fuel economy, wet/dry traction and durability? Thanks in advance!
for 2000 Honda Civic EX Sedan, but I thought about this place first. Is there a better size for my car or am I limited to 185/65-14. Is this a good pick, any recommendations?
I'm trying to decided between the turanza ls-h and goodyear comfortred.
Tire size is 225/55R17. I'm concerned about the comfortred having high rolling resistance since it is supposed to be a soft tire. Gas mileage is important to me. Do you know if there is a substantial drop in MPG with the comfortreds? Do you think this makes the turanza a better choice? Comfort is also important to me but not if it means a huge hit in gas mileage.
My questions are
1. Should I buy 206/60/15 instead of 195/65/15 to improve the handling?
2. Which of the above tires would you recommend?
3. If I went with Bridgestone (current rebate helps) is there a reason for choosing the RE950 instead of the G009?
Thanks.
My vehicle has 40,500 miles and the tires are down to about 2/32 tread. I live in South Florida and I know I need to replace all four of these tires ASAP (today)!!!
Can someone help me suggest a replacement tire? I am looking for tires that are sporty, have superior handling, and are long lasting.
Or I just might consider zero sizing (changing the current tire on my existing wheel) or plus sizing instead. What size tire can I go with on my current wheel and is this recommended?
Where should I buy the tires, cost, etc...? Please help me for I am driving my g/f nuts!!!
Thank you.
1. Bridgestone Turanza LS-T
2. Michelin Harmony
3. Goodyear Assurance TripleTred
Which of these (or others not listed) would you recommend for Chicago area all-season driving? thanks.
connor@tirerack.com
Tire & Wheel Specialist
The Tire Rack
877-522-8473 ext 269
When placing an order online or the phone, please reference Connor at ext 269