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IMO, you would be much better off buying four of something else. The Mohave R/S gets very poor ratings at epinions.
Kid on'board - if you are doing a fairly low speed (30-40 mph), on dry pavement, makes no difference as you should be well within the tolerances of any tire - no skidding, either end. At a higher speed, or on a low friction surface, you will lose the end with less traction first - so you might avoid hitting him head on, but that lose tail end could just run over him...
Slamming on brakes. Try this in a pickup with an empty bed, see what happens: You slam on brakes, weight transfer happens, and the tail end wants to come around... only thing keeping it where it should be is the grip of those tires.
For most people, in most situations, it is easier to control a sliding front end, than it is to control a sliding rear end. This is why auto manufacturers dial in some degree of understeer (sliding front) rather than oversteer (sliding rear)
I offer this for what it's worth --- their advice is usually well researched.
by someone else. A local mechanic talked about trying to listen to their presentation at a media talk show conference. He was refused entrance to their talk during the trade show at the door because he was a mechanic. He said they have someone else looking up answers while they do those silly talk bits about dumb, unrelated stuff after a caller asks their question.
2014 Malibu 2LT, 2015 Cruze 2LT,
Don't find experiencial in dictionary--not sure what you mean. However the Mazonni brothers are showmen.
2014 Malibu 2LT, 2015 Cruze 2LT,
And for what it's worth I'm glad I don't live in the same state as Jipster.
Experiential knowledge is knowledge gained through experience as opposed to a priori (before experience) knowledge.
Thanks for reminding me that spell check is crucial. I hope the rest of the message was clear.
Either way I put new tires on back with tires with 50%? tread X-Ones on the front. But I drove always aware of the difference, but on snow and especially slushy snow it works better for me, repeat, for me. :P
BUT I now have Symmetrys with about 40% tread and I'll probably replace all four before the snow flies after reading all this.
2014 Malibu 2LT, 2015 Cruze 2LT,
I have a 2001 Honda Accord EX-V6. Mileage is 44K. The tires(original Michelin Energy MXV4 Plus - P205/65R 15 92V) are completely worn out. At the present time my budget is very limited, however I don't want to sacrifice on safety and reliability. I've done quick research and came up with the following list of options:
1. Kumho Ecsta ASX (VR) - $375 installed
(Discount Tire)
2. Continental ContiExtreme Contact (VR) - $356 installed
(Kauffman Tire)
3. Futura Touring HR or VR - $311 or $362 installed
(Pep Boys)
In addition to safety and reliability, my requirements include good traction in dry and wet conditions, but not necessarily in snow or ice. I don't drive faster than 90 mph or aggressively. Driving mode: city/highway mix.
What do you recommend me to choose and why? Maybe you'd have other options. I have to make decision very soon, so quick replies are much appreciated.
Thanks!
Secondly, where do you live? If you live in a snowy climate, I'd give the nod to the CECs over the ASX, simply because they're one of the best all-season performance tires in the snow/slush. If snow isn't a concern, you'd do well with either if them IMO.
The other concern would be how much hassle you are willing to put up with - how convenient, how long a wait etc... and of course, there is the potential sales pitch for other services - we got you in with the low price, now how 'bout some balljoints? LOLOL
I'm considering following your lead and get Versados 235/50/17 for my 05 Avalon XLS with stock wheels. I imagine that you may have put about 15,000 miles on your Versados by now. Can I ask you for a last-minute update or any advice before I place my order?
Thanks,
havalong
FJB323
1) It is extremely unlikely to have 4 tires that are separated.
2) Low profile tires are more prone to this type of cracking, especially if the inflation pressure isn't up to snuff.
While these cracks look just plain dangerous, they are, in fact, relatively benign. The worst that will happen is the outside rubber will peel off, but the casing will stay intact.
Nevertheless, the cracks are a reason for adjustment and the Bridgestone folks should not give you any resistance.
Have also heard good things about the Toyo Versados also. My current goodyear RS-A's on my Civic aren't the best in the wet stuff with a bit over 10k miles and will probably swap them out before they reach 20k.
Any suggestions for superior rain tires would be greatly appreciated.
The Sandman
First time here, usually hanging around in the Infiniti G35 forums.
I'm in the process of ordering a Winter Tire/Wheel package from Tire Rack.
During Checkout, it gives the option to enter a "Referral Number", which in turn discounts the final price a little bit.
Anyone have any ideas on where I may be able to get my hands on one of these?
Thanks!!
before it would burst. The real danger would be driving on a serverely underinflated tire. Just something to think about the next time you forget that tire gauge.
This is offered in light of your observation, the overwhelming majority of so called tire problems are due to so called under inflation.
Truthfully, despite good faith intentions, I have recently let the interval for one vehicle go to 7 months. Luckily, I am in the habit of running the oem so called high speed T/P recommendation at 35#s. When I checked the TP after 7 mo it had gone to 30 psi, which coincidently is the normal oem recommendation.
Over-inflation to the point of sudden static explosion (while stationary at the air pump, for example) is not really a problem, as you pointed out. It becomes more of an issue under rolling conditions, since a severely over-inflated tire will really affect the way the vehicle handles, and the way the car reacts in emergency maneuvers. I also suspect (but have no data to back it up) that the over-inflated tire would be more susceptible to bursting upon significant impact, like hitting a ridge in the roadway at speed.
2014 Malibu 2LT, 2015 Cruze 2LT,
There is a reason why the tire sidewall has a maximum pressure written there.
But I have to admit, that in the context of the question Click and Clack were answering, the comment was useful.
A few psi above what the vehicle manufacture specifies is OK, but I think anything more than 5 psi is not only not much of a benefit - It is also unsafe.
Are we talking about cold pressures here? I routinely run 4 over cold and then when tires heat up (not much on the rears) at higher speed the pressure goes up more. With higher inflation I can tell lower temps on the fronts plus I like the better driving feel on the particular car and tires I have. I don't recommend it for others without their experimenting.
2014 Malibu 2LT, 2015 Cruze 2LT,
Who makes a WSW that doesn't yellow out for a 205X70X14 size?
Advice appreciated.
The only time I, or anyone else involved with tires for a living, refer to tire pressure, we always are referring to cold pressures - unless pressure buildup is specifically mentioned.
I have 3 thoughts on your yellowing WSW problem.
1) Watch the age of your tires. Rubber degrades over time and even though the outside of the tire may not show it, the inside rubber knows how old it is. This is indepepent of how many miles are on the tire. Even unused tires may be unfit for service - like a spare.
The limit seems to be 10 years, but in hot climates - AZ, CA, NM, NV, TX, and FL, the limit seems to be 6 years - and, of course, if you don't live in the "great white north" US - meaning MN, WI, etc. - you should use something in between.
2) You are going to have increasing trouble finding 14" tires. They are rapidly exiting the market place. You may find Coker Tire a good resource in the future.
3) The problem with WSW's is that there is a delicate balance between making white rubber flexible (which yellows) and making it white (which tends to cracks and / or flake off).
Some tire dressings tend to make this situation worse as they dissolve the rubber and release the oil suspended in the black rubber, allowing it to migrate into the white rubber.
Care should be taken when selecting a tire dressing. Use ones that contain antioxidants and anitozodants (AO's, for short) and reject ones that dissolve rubber. A quick test is if the treated rubber rubs off on your finger, quit using that dressing.
Hope this helps.
Perhaps the tires were old stock when I got them, however, there is no flaking off when cleaning.
The WSW on our other car are Michelin X's with 80,000 miles and they clean up just fine.
This is a shoulda, coulda, woulda situation where I should have replaced the 14's on the Mustang with another set of Michelins.
Again, thank you for your reply.
The tire looks VERY low but after attempting to inflate it at a gas station, both my pen-type pressure gauge and the air pump gauge had it at about 40psi....with no real visible difference.
My friend tells me that the green caps on my tire stems mean that they were inflated with Nitrogen. Is that true and if so, could that have to do with my weird acting tire?
Any help would be appreciated. I'n not too excited about screwing up a brand new Michelin tire. Thanks!!
Try moving that wheel to a different position on the vehicle and see if it looks the same.
I didnt feel like reading through all 316 pages of advice so i figured this would work. Right now my truck is a 1987 toyota pickup 4wd. And it has 35-12.50-r15 tires on it with a 5'' lift. I would like to take the lift off and put stock tires on it. What i was wondering was, what size rims i would need to buy, and what size tires would look okay.