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kevin111 · July 2004

Sorry Conner if I did not let you answer this. Please correct me if I am wrong.

I guess considering the message board we are in, go to the tire rack link on the left of this page to check out wheels for your car that would fit and reviews on tires. There should be plenty. The M. Pilot Sport PS2s are great, as are the Brigstone S-03s (though not as good in wet). The Goodyear F1-D3s are great (wet and dry).

I assume the wheels you are talking about are the spoke-mesh type that BBS is famous for? Since I have been looking myself, for around $200 a wheel that are relatively light, the Enkeis below are good. There are some no-name brands, like ACE and Rota that are relatively light as well that have the same pattern. These wheels can be found over the web

RPM2s
http://www.enkei.com/HPSpecPAGES/rpm2Specs.html

For tires, it is very hard to beat tirerack.

connortirerack · July 2004

the Pilot Sport A/S would still have better dry and wet traction than the AVS S/T. the Michelin pilot sport is simply a better tread design and tread compound. The AVS S/T is a "sport truck" tire and will also have a stiffer side wall and a more rounded shoulder which also makes the contact patch smaller. The Michelin has a squared off shoulder which means even though it is the same outside dimensions the contact patch will still be larger.

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connortirerack · July 2004

It is true the the larger the rim diameter and the shorter the sidewall the easier they will be to dent or bend on potholes, curbs and speed bumps. You will also feel the road imperfection more with the larger wheels. i really can't make recommedation on wheels because of the fact it really comes down to your personal tast and style. it would be impossible for me to tell you what your are going to like. competition wheels are another story. you would really need to wiegh out what is more important to you, ease of maintenance and comfort VS. looks and performance. i have sold hundred of 22, 23, and 24" packages for full size and i think i have only heard a few people complain about rougher rides. the biggest problem is damage to the wheels from curbs and potholes. i have listed all of the sizes that will fit you Yukon from 20-24".

285/50-20
295/45-20
305/45-20
305/50-20
295/45-22
305/40-22
305/45-22
305/35-23
305/40-23T
305/35-24T

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connortirerack · July 2004

the only lightwieght wheel i have for 200.00 or less would be the Kosei K1-TS which wiegh in at 14 lbs and cost 199.00 each. The best traction to i could recommend would be the 225/45/17 michelin pilot sport PS2 which are currently priced at 166.00 each. these not only offer great traction levels but they can also be rotated for longer tread life.
As for snow tires, the Blizzack LM22 is going to offer the best over all snow and ice traction. the are available in a size 205/55/16 for 126.00. this would be my best recommendations using the information you gave in your post.

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knapp3 · July 2004

Okay, I have a 95 Ford Club Wagon that takes 235/75R15 XL tires. I've narrowed the choice to Michelin LTX M/S, Yokohama Geolander G051, Goodrich Long Trail T/A. Since the van sees a lot of long highway trips, I prefer a good quiet ride and long tread wear over performance or handling. Are these the best choices? I'm not interested in using a LT tire. Have that on now. With the higher air pressures, the ride can be too buoyant. Thanks.

connortirerack · July 2004

If mileage is the most important factor to you i would recommend using the Michelin LTX MS. these are rated at 65,000 miles and are currently priced at 112.00 each plus shipping. i believe they would be the best suited to mee the requirements you listed in your post.

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jscott13 · July 2004

I am looking for quiet and comfort. I have a 2000 Toyota Avalon. What tire provides the least road noise and best ride, regardless of price?

Thank you.

greenbean · July 2004

My truck is a 4wd Z71 package. I'm not sure if this matters but I have flowmaster exhaust as well. Everything else is stock.

grantchstr · July 2004

I have done 38,000 miles so my original tires are getting long in the tooth, especially as I live in CT and have snow in winter to worry about.
What are my best options for new tires? Is Nokia any good?

blueiedgod · July 2004

Connor, I asked you on the phone as to the rotation of the slots, and you advised to go with the stamped "R" for right and "L" for left for installation for the slotted and dimpled EBC rotors with Green stuff pads. The setup makes low level noise when brake are applied at speeds above 45 mph. It was difficult to explain on the phone, so here are the pictures with the wheel rotation noted. The inside of the slot makes the contact with the pad first, and the outside of the slot makes the contact last.

Rotation: >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>&- gt;

and the other side is:
Rotation: <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<&- lt;<

For some reason I think the "R" and "L" markings on the box were wrong.
Thank you

micweb · July 2004

I have already replace the stock Neon SXT springs with firmer R/T model springs. Now its time to replace the dampers.

My first choice was the KYB GR2's. I understand they are considerably firmer than the Neon SXT OEM dampers, just a little firmer than the dampers that come with the upgrade R/T model. Is that true?

Now you have the Koni "inserts." Konis are better, right? That's the popular take on things. But these are "inserts" not full struts. Doesn't that mean there is less room for the actual damper (the stock housing, then the second housing around the insert, vs. a full replacement like the GR2 which doesn't have two wallings of housings).

OK, if you tell me the Konis are better even though they are inserts, and not more prone to heat buildup even though there will now be two sets of tubes/walls - well, the front and rear are both supposed to be adjustable - does that mean a knob on the top of the housing? This is easier to visualize in the front, under the hood, but what about the rear struts? I thought the rear strut housings were in the trunk, covered by some type of trunk liner material.

How much does it cost to professionally install inserts? Does the adjustment knob make it a tougher install? Is this an easy job for a typical tire and brake and suspension shop? I notice that Sears actually installs inserts for some vehicles where there isn't a full strut application.

Finally, are there any "preset" postions on the adjustment knobs, like soft, medium, and firm, or do you have to "tune it" by feel? I remember one person on the Neon or some other board mentioned taking to firmest position at each corner, then backing it off at each corner two full turns? Is that how its done, or is that "snake oil"? Thanks in advance!

micweb · July 2004

Assuming I just want to duplicate R/T handling in my Neon SXT, not autocross -

Are the Koni inserts better than KYB GR2's if they are both set to the same approximate "firmness" or comfort level? Do Koni's intrinsically perform better, give better control at the same ride harsness level?

motownusa · July 2004

My 99 Corolla needs new tires. The Goodyear Integrity that came with the car was ok certainly not the best when it came to road noise. The mechanics at my Toyota dealer tells me that Michelin is the best tire out there it terms of quietness but they are very pricey. The price quote I got was $465 with a 70,000 mile pro-rated (what does that mean?) warranty. Is it worth spending this much money on 4 tires or are there less expensive alternative? Quietness is very important for me.

micweb · July 2004

...and is that the installed and balanced price?

connortirerack · July 2004

this year and model of avalon could have come with either 15 or 16" tires. my best recommendation using the information you provided would be the Bridgestone Turanza LS-H in either size. i have listed both sizes below for your review. In my experience with touring all season tire i would have to say that this tire would offer the best over all ride quality and comfort levels as well as still giving great wet and dry traction.

P205/65R15 Bridgestone TURANZA LS-H - 100.00 each
P205/60R16 Bridgestone TURANZA LS-H - 107.00 each

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connortirerack · July 2004

The largest tire i could recommend for your truck would be a 275/70/16. this will fit the vehicle with out any modifications. As long as you have the 7" wide wheels that should be on a Z71 package these will also fit your stock wheels. This is within the manufacturers guidelines and specifications which means your speedometer should be within a half a mile an hour of being correct at 55 mph.

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connortirerack · July 2004

what year S60 do you have. this vehicle had different tire/wheel option for different years even on the base package.

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motownusa · July 2004

Oops I don't remember. But the tires I am looking at is 185/65/R14. That's what Toyota recommends for the 99 Corolla. The price includes everything; cost of labor and balance + tax. I wish you could bargain on tires like you can on cars

connortirerack · July 2004

Which shock would be better would be dependant on what your placs are for the car. If you are using the car for track purposes than the Koni would definitely be better. if you are looking for a factory replacement for the OE shocks the the Koni's are a little over kill. the Koni are a better shocks for performance purposes even though the are slightly smaller in outside dimensions. the Koni's have an adjustable valve rate so that you can not only fine tune the how the vehicle handle around courner but give you the ability to stiffen the shock at the track and then soften it when you are done racing and using them on the street. the KYB GR2 are basically an OE replacement shock that will give the same ride and handling as the shocks that came fromthe factory.
Alot of garages will not install cartridge inserts because of the fact they basically have to destroy your factory shocks/struts to place the Koni insert into the old strut housing. they simply don't want the liability. If you are mechanically inclined you can do this on your own with standard tools. basically remove the strut as if you were doing a direct replacement. when the strut is off the car following the instructions about were the cut the old shock body. remove the struts internal parts and drain the oil from the old shock body and place the Koni insert into the old shock body. reinstall the new assembly exactly as the old one was taken out. i have installe dthis type of koni insert on a few occassions and it is not that difficult it just takes a little more time.
the koni's are adjustable through the fender in the engine compartment and in the trunk. if you pull back the carpeting in the trunk at the top of the fender you will see the top post of the rear strut.

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micweb · July 2004

For that size, it sounds expensive; keep in mind Michelin makes some entry level (cheap) tires.

When I had a Toyota Echo, which I believe took a similar size, I ordered Bridgestone 950 tires from the Tire Rack in a "plus zero" size, 195x60x14, and there was a great improvement in handling. The total cost for tires, shipping, and installation through an "approved installer" was less than what your dealer is quoting you for the Michelins. Dealers are notoriously expensive for tires, relative to other sources.

"Plus zero" means the diameter is close enough so you don't have a significant speedometer error (the tire is wider - 195 - so you have to drop the aspect ratio from 65 to 60).

Tire rack has recommended installers and I found them easy to deal with; you just get your tires drop shipped there and the local installer puts them on and disposes of your old tires. So you don't have to haul tires around.

You can browse the tirerack.com website for stock size replacements and the "plus zero" options.

If you REALLY want to save money, I have tried the Kumho HP4 716's, and they are good performers at a great price. Tire rack has them too.

The only thing that I have learned recently about installation, is to ask the installer to match the high/low spots on the wheel/tire; this is done by matching the spot on the tire to the spot inside your steel wheel, or if you have an aluminum wheel, to the valve stem (usually drilled at the high spot). I notice this seems to be as good as using Hunter Road Force balancing.

micweb · July 2004

Connor, thanks for the input. The customer service line at KYB indicated the GR2's are set up, in terms of damping, like the stiffer shocks on the R/T version of the Neon. Therefore they indicated some handling improvement when placed on my "touring" suspension SXT model; I've already replaced the springs (with factory R/T springs, not Eibachs which I have found too harsh on another car).

The Koni's sound good, though. When you say the adjustment on the damping is through the fender well on the front, does that mean you have to take out the fender liner and go in next to the tire? I was envisioning the adjustment knob being on top of the strut mount, accessible by popping the hood and going to the strut tower. Is that wrong?

I don't want track use, but I'd like to come close to duplicating the ACR and R/T handling qualities on my humble SXT....

connortirerack · July 2004

I checked with EBC and they said that the low level humming your hearing is cuased by air passing through slots in the rotor as they slide past the brake pads. according to the tech i spoke with there is no way to get rid of the sound.

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blueiedgod · July 2004

Thank you for the reply, Connor. I just took my car to the freeway for the first time after installing the rotors, and if I apply brakes at speeds above 65 mph, it shakes as if the rotors were warped. I feel no pedal vibration at lower speeds. I followed EBC's break in procedures and torqued everything with a fairly recently calibrated torque wrench. Do you have any possible solution before I call for RMA?
Thanks.

connortirerack · July 2004

Unless you are going using the dealership for a warranty issue i would never recommend going to an automotive dealership for anything. the price will always be marked up 300-400%. you could probably find the exact same tire at your local michelin shop for quite a bit less. As to whether michelin is the best tire out there, that would depend on which michelin you are refering to. every manufacturer has there high and lows. There are some michelins i would say are outstanding and others that i wouldn't give away. If you are looking for a good low cost tire i would recommend the P185/65HR14 KUMHO ECSTA HP4 716 (38.00), However, if you are looking for the best recommendation then i would suggest the P185/65R14 Bridgestone TURANZA LS-T (67.00). the Brtidgestone will last longer as well as give a quieter, softer ride.

Just a comment on the what "micweb" posted about Plus zero sizing. He was only partially correct about what it means. every amnufacturer allows a 3% plus or minus in sizing from the predifined tire size. the original equipment tire may not even be that exact tire size it could be larger or smaller. the correct definition of plus zero is "Plus Zero sizing retains the vehicle's original rim diameter and uses a wider tire with an equivalent overall diameter and load capacity that fits the vehicle manufacturers fitment specifications." Plus Zero sizes will be lower profile than the original size. For example, the traditional Plus Zero replacements for the 205/55R16 size are the
225/50R16 and 245/45R16 sizes. Wider wheels may be required to complement
the wider tire sizes.

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connortirerack · July 2004

i forwarded your post to a brake tech and this is the reply i recieved. it is copied directly from his response:

"On certain vehicles, some turbulant low frequency noise may be heard at high speed braking. However, the vibration is a diffrent problem all together and is not related to the noise problem. Vibration this soon after the installation would suggest improper installation (i.e. debris under rotor mounting surface). I suspect that the vibration will get worse over the next 1000 miles or so until it is doing it all the time. This is caused by the caliper not touching the rotors at the proper angle, creating uneven wear across the disc and leading to a disc thickness variation (and that will give you a vibration). The only reason he is feeling the vibration at high speed right now is that the disc is heating up unevenly, causing the pads to skip across the disc. Eventually it will wear in those areas and permenantly ruin the rotors. the cust should take the vehicle to a professional brake shop and have the parts taken apart, cleaned and put back together to ensure proper installation.
One last thought, have customer check to see if there are dark spots on the rotors. This may suggest the pads are not bedding properly, which would cause the pads to skip and create the problems listed above."

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krzyss · July 2004

Any takers for question:
"Is Nokia any good?"

I answered it twice and both responses were deleted. I understand that this is Connor's board but then the question should be "moved/suggested to be moved" to tires forum so answers would not be deleted.

Krzys - trying to help others

blueiedgod · July 2004

Connor, thank you for the detailed reply. I am not so concerned with the noise, but the vibrations are a big concern to me. I did clean the hub with wire brush and cleaned the rotor with brake cleaner to remove any contaminants prior to installation. I always wear nitrile gloves when I am working on the car. While working on the brakes, I replaced gloves often with clean ones to avoid contaminating the rotor and pads. I am just perplexed by the vibrations so soon in the life of the rotor. I have installed brakes before, but these are my first "perfomance" brakes.
the cust should take the vehicle to a professional brake shop and have the parts taken apart, cleaned and put back together to ensure proper installation. I am sorry, Connor, but the shops listed on Tirerack.com as "professional" installers in my area, are not any more professional than I am. In fact, half the time the workers at brakes centers of america have no clue what they are saying, besides scaring people into more costly repair bill. Yes, they do it for a living, but the people they employ are not someone who I would trust such an important component as brakes with.

I will take the rotors off and reinstall after turning them 180°,as per EBC procedure. If that does not help, I will have to persue RMA route. I have no way or measuring run out on slotted and dimpled rotors, as per EBC protocol, the dial would get cought in the slots and dimples.
Thanks for your help.

connortirerack · July 2004

I apologize for not replying to this sooner, i must have missed the post. in all of the testing that we have done with winter tires we have never found a reason we needed to carry them. in testing the Nokia's against the Bridgestone Blizzak's, Dunlop Winter Sport's, and Michelin Pilot winter line the Nokia's just didn't perform any better. Plus they are much harder to find on a commercial scale. The powers tht bee at the tire have simply decided it was not worth carrying the Nokia tire line for the reasons listed above plus several others. i am not sure if this directly answers your question but hopefully it helps.

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connortirerack · July 2004

This is just a general infiormational post. When you are looking on the Tire Rack installer program list keep in mind that list is recommending shops for tire and wheel installation specifically. we do not certify training or quality of work on any other type of mechanical service. i do not recommend using that list to find a garage for mechanical serice. i would suggest finding a garage that is certified to work on your type of vehicle and hires trained and certified mechanics rather than the everyday guy that has a wrench set. it is true that there are shops out there that will try and upsell you to the very end. if you are like me you get tired of hearing it which is why i don't do this with my customers. i would recommend trying to find a quality mechanics garage rather than using the midas and mieneke type shops because they tend to be more sales oriented rather than addressing the specific problem with your car.
I will use my Porsche 944 as an example. I am ASE certified and worked and or managed several garaged in my area but there are some things i just have no desire to do my self. there is a local garage he that works specifically on european vehicles. if you looked at the out side of the garage you would probably say "no way". this is the only mechanic in northern Indiana that is certified by Porsche, Jaguar, BMW, Audi, VW, and Ferrari. at any given time you will normally see 3-4 Porsche's or Jaguars sitting outside his shop 2 stall shop. sometimes it just takes going and talking to the shop owners to learn about the place.

As always i hope this helps.

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yipper003 · July 2004

Connor-
Thanks for coming on here and answering questions. My question for you is in regards to the 205/50/17s that come standard on the Mazda3s Hatch. I believe the OEMs are Goodyear Eagles. How long (miles) can I expect these tires to last? I've never had a car with "low-profile" tires before. I'm used to tires lasting 40K-60K miles. What are my options in terms of new tires in order to get the most miles possible? I'm not a real racy type driver. I drive safely and for what I use the car will be putting on a lot of highway/interstate miles.

Thanks for your response.

five0_4tluv · July 2004

i'm looking at putting some new wheels/tires on my truck. i'm looking at 20". i have fender flares so i'm looking to fill out the wheel well as close the outside of the flare as possible (without rubbing etc) i also want as much sidewall as possible to make the ride fairly smooth. any suggestions?

connortirerack · July 2004

The OE P205/50R17 Goodyear Eagle RS-A (165.00 each) will normally run around 25-30,000 miles. these are Performance all season tires that i would say are average at best. If you are looking for a longer wearing tire i would recommend using a touring all season tire. the tire i would suggest would be the P215/50R17 Continental PREMIER CONTACT (105.00 each). they are rated at 80,000 miles and offer an excellent ride quality. this is an "H" rated tire rather than the "V" rating that you have currently have. they will also be quieter and softer than the Goodyears on the car.

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mike0000 · July 2004

Hi Conner,

What are your top two or three recommendations for all season tires for a 2000 Altima GLE? Currently considering Bridgestone Turanza LS-H or Goodyear Assurance ComforTred, but thought you might have a better suggestion.

Thanks!

silvercoupe · July 2004

I had pretty much decided on the Bridgestone Turanza LST until I visited 2 local tire stores. They both led me to the Michelin Harmony for a smoother and quieter ride. Your thoughts, Conner?

desertrat5 · July 2004

Hi Connor

My perception of the Goodyear RS-A 235/55-17 OEM tires on my Bonnie is that they ride like they are filled with concrete and are terribly noisy. Can you recommend a replacement that will ride better as well as be quieter without giving up good traction and heat resistance. The highways do get warm here in Arizona and people drive fast even tho the temperature is 120.

oregonboy · July 2004

I have a 1996 Tacoma ex-cab V6 with original equipment wheels 14x6" and 215/70R14 tires. I have a line on a set of new 2003 Mustang wheels which are 16x7.5" and are a perfect match for bolt spacing.

The offset on the original wheels is 35 and on the Mustang wheels is 30. I tried a bare wheel on the right front and there appeared to be no clearance problems, and the track is increased less than an inch (on each side).

I want a tire that is quiet, good handling and straight tracking, with a good ride and excellent wet and dry traction. I also want them to last forever and be really cheap, but I can hardly expect that

Based on what I have read, I believe a Bridgestone Turanza LS-H would be my first choice. Alternatives?

I'm unsure of what size tire to buy. The Tacoma S-Runner uses 235/55-16, but I thought a 60 series might offer a better ride. I wouldn't mind going slightly over stock diameter (maybe 3%) if it didn't create clearance issues. Also, I would prefer NOT to give up load capacity. The original tires are rated for 1554 lbs. @ 35 psi.

So, in a nutshell:
Are the Mustang wheels going to work?
What make/model tire do you recommend?
What size tire do you recommend?

Thanks - James

connortirerack · July 2004

The largest size i could recommend in 16" would be a 265/75/16. Regrettably i am limited to the manufacturer specifications due to liability reasons. plus i have no idea how wide your fender flares are. If you have a size you are interested in give me a call and i will run the dimensions for you to try and help you out.

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connortirerack · July 2004

My best recommendation would actually be the Bridgestone Turanza LS-H (108.00 each). these would offer the best over all ride quality and comfort. the second best recommendation would be the 205/55R16 Michelin Energy MXV4 PLUS (119.00 each). i would say this is the closest tire in overall ratign to the Bridgstone LS-H in this size.

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connortirerack · July 2004

My first thought is that they are wrong. between the two tires i would still say you should go with the Bridgestone Turanza LS-T.

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connortirerack · July 2004

I would say the best overall recommendation would be the 235/55ZR17 Michelin Pilot Sport AS (194.00 each). they would offer the best over all traction and handling but they do tend to be a little more expensive. these offer excellent traction and handling in both dry and wet. the have an "A" rating in temperature so they will with stand high ambient and road tempuratures.

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connortirerack · July 2004

Are the Mustang wheels going to work?
-I can't say. The only way i could give you and honest "YES" or "NO" is if it is a wheel i carry. that way i have a complete set of specs to work with bolt circle and offset are just the tip of the ice berg. i prefer not to guess not only for liabilty reasons but also because if i am wrong i would hate to damage you truck. Keep in mind most car wheels are built with a lower load capacity than a truck wheel. As an example the Ford SVT wheel will fit on the ford explorer but i wouldn't sell them for it because they do not carry a high enough load capacity.

What make/model tire do you recommend?
If the Bridgestone Turanza LS-H is available in the size you need i would say stay with it.

What size tire do you recommend?
you didn't include whether the truck was 2WD or 4WD so i don't know how much fender clearance you have. as always, liability laws keep me from guessing.

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oregonboy · July 2004

It's a Toyota Tacoma LX Extanded cab V6 5-spd: 2wd (original tire size 215/70-14)

So what would you recommend in a 16" wheel (brand, width and offset) and what sizes might be appropriate?

thanks - James

jeffreylevin · July 2004

Connor,

What is your recommendation for an All Season replacement tires for a 2004 Acura TL. Thank you.

jackman · July 2004

Hi Connor,
Do you know if the standard all-season tires on the g35 coupe run okay in the winter? If not, are there all-season tires that you would recommend.
Thanks!

five0_4tluv · July 2004

fair enough... what about this? could the knock-offs from my tahoe (265/70R16) be put on my jeep GC (currently 225/75R16) i need new skins on it and my tahoe tires only have 18k on them..

as far as the tahoe. i was thinking 20x8.5/9 with 295/50 or 305/50 i think those give me the closest sidewall compared to stock.

thanks

connortirerack · July 2004

What year is it????

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connortirerack · July 2004

The best all season tire i would recommend in a 235/45/17 which should be your original equipment size would be as listed below from best to worst. all three are excellent tires and perform well in the dry.The Pirelli will give you the best ice and snow traction, the bridgestone will give you the best overall ride quality and wet traction, and the Yokohama is the quietest. personally if you are looking at these for snow traction then i would recommend using a snow tire and take advantage of the vehicles performance level with summer only tires. i replied to the direct email you sent to Connor@tirerack.com this morning about snow tires. so you should have that in your email tonight.

1) 235/45R17 PIIRELLI P-ZERO NERO MS ---- 122.00
2) 235/45R17 BRIDGESTONE POTENZA RE950 -- 171.00
3) 235/45R17 YOKOHAMA AVS DB S2 --------- 145.00

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connortirerack · July 2004

there were actually several different brands of tires that cam on the G35 coupes depending on what year, transmission type, whether you had the run flat option, and whether you had the 17 or 18" package. i would need to know which tire you are refering to before i could say.

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877-522-8473 ext 269
When placing an order online or the phone, please reference Connor at ext 269

shelbyp1 · August 2004

Experienced a blowout on the highway. 1999 Toyota Avalon. One Michelin MVX4 Plus P205/65R15 AND one rim destroyed. All four Michelins have about 35,000 miles on them. Should I replace all of them + buy one rim, or should I just get one tire + rim for now. Also, if buying just one, is it Okay to buy a different brand? I was told by a tire salesman that the three good remaining tires have about 6 months of life left. Thanks.

krzyss · August 2004

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