bbrun

I have to replace orig Goodyear's(16000 mi). Do you recommend RF's or NRF's?

rrichar2591

There are a lot of threads that discuss this. In short there is no one answer. It depends on your type of driving and how much your bothered by the current run flats you have.You can gain some quiet and comfort by going the non run flat route but you may give up some peace of mind knowing you have run flats in an emergency. Each person weights those factors differently. I chose to stay with run flats for now but I'm not sure I will stay with them next time around. Good luck with what you decide.

memmer

NRFs
Fred

Vetteman Jack

If you want the security of runflats, then I would recommend the Michelins. I personally ditched my Goodyears and went with non-runflats. Better handling, better ride and less noise. I would recommend the Hankook Ventus V12 EVO tires for non-runflats.

CQRT

Personal preference that for most people is driven by either cost (RF are generally twice the price) or the security of knowing you can drive when a tire loses all pressure.

There's a "search" feature on the upper right of every "landing page" (C5 Generaly, parts, etc) that you can use to learn more.

As you'd guess, it's an often discussed topic (also, tire brand, shicks, brakes, gas, etc). Enter the search word "tires", or "run flats" or even the tire brand and you'll spend the rest of the day reading.

Welcome to the forum.

kalayaan12

The Goodyears on my 1998 made it to 36,000 miles and I finally traded up to the Michelin run-flats.

Huge improvement all around - they're quiet and handle great, plus I don't have to worry about getting stranded if I get a flat someplace.

I did have an alignment shop "flatten out" the camber on the fronts in order to help eliminate the wear on the inside of the tires - which is why I had to replace the Goodyears when I did.

If it weren't for that, they probably would have made it to 40,000 miles easily - but they were noisy and had a harsh ride. From what I've heard, you could replace the Goodyears with almost anything and see an improvement!


Jeff

JR-01

Like others have said. It's your personal preference. If you are satisfied with the performance of runflats, need the security of being able to drive 50 miles on a flat tire and are willing to pay extra then go with runflats. If you don't like the performance and the extra cost and for you a flat tire is no big deal then get non runflats.

I just put on new Bridgestone Potenzas and love them so far. Great ride, zero road noise and great price.
I carry a can of sealer, plug kit, jack and compressor.

NukeC5

I always say the same thing to this question, ditch the run flats and have a AAA membership. You get 4 tows a year and the price of the membership costs less than a single tow would anyway. Then you get a better ride, less weight, better handling if you push the car, and cheaper costing tires.

smiley callender

I have just bought new nitio's nrf 555 series tire no noise handles great
. I also carry tire repair stuff, plug kit compressor ect. C5 1999. Quick car

jrose7004

That is a question that only you can answer.

stu12dozen

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