Run Flats ?
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From: Chicago, Midway IL
Thank,s so far for all the info ,can the Michelin Sports or Kumho be repaired after a flat or not, there seems to be some people say only goodyears can be repaired,I,m leaning toward michelen ZP but if the kuhmo can be plugged maybe i,ll look into them, and just out of curiousity for all the people that don,t use run flats what do you do if you get a flat try fixing it on the side with a tire plug kit(that would suck)
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From: Norfolk VA
Originally Posted by 99magredcoupe
I think it is important to note that according to TireRack.com, the Michelin Pilot Sports are the only tire rated for winter weather driving or performance in cold temperatures. All of the other runflat tires Firestone, Kumho, Goodyear are considered "SUMMER" tires and have NO WINTER RATING. This is an important item for me as I use the car all year long in NJ. I wonder how much this matters during the winter. Anyone out there that can vouch for better cold weather performance of the Michelin Tires over the others...
I also think that the 200 mile zero pressure rating on the Goodyears compared to 50 miles on the other is important too. My .02
I also think that the 200 mile zero pressure rating on the Goodyears compared to 50 miles on the other is important too. My .02
the down side to all-season tires is that they are a jack of all trades, master of none tire. not as good in the snow as a winter tire and not as good in good weather as a summer tire. Everything is a trade off unless you want have 10 sets of wheels and tires for every different condition.
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Originally Posted by jmliles
I don't know what the fuss is about runflats. I've driven on both and have absolutely no complaints against runflats with regards to noise or ride stiffness. I like them and I'll stick with them for a while 
It all eventually boils down to personal preference.
It all eventually boils down to personal preference.
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From: The Hood
Why do you need no pressure performance.
Roadside assistance is a cell call away.
My Kuhmo's ride so much better and I can hear my Bose system for the 1st time since I bought my car.
Run flats suck.
Roadside assistance is a cell call away.
My Kuhmo's ride so much better and I can hear my Bose system for the 1st time since I bought my car.
Run flats suck.
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From: The Hood
Originally Posted by speedydog5
Thank,s so far for all the info ,can the Michelin Sports or Kumho be repaired after a flat or not, there seems to be some people say only goodyears can be repaired,I,m leaning toward michelen ZP but if the kuhmo can be plugged maybe i,ll look into them, and just out of curiousity for all the people that don,t use run flats what do you do if you get a flat try fixing it on the side with a tire plug kit(that would suck)
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From: Banner Elk NC
St. Jude Donor '05
Originally Posted by Jserman
Are the Sport ZP's that good???
I will be replacing my GY's and I was going to go with the Michelin Sports or Kumho for street.. the problem is I do some occasional runs on the street and I want to make sure the traction is there if I need it.. and my GY's are not doing it...
I will be replacing my GY's and I was going to go with the Michelin Sports or Kumho for street.. the problem is I do some occasional runs on the street and I want to make sure the traction is there if I need it.. and my GY's are not doing it...
Michelin Sports=Increadable grip.
They are expensive but what the heck so much is riding on your tires.
On the other hand if price is an issue i would go with the Kumho's over the GY's anyday. just my .02 cents 
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Just replaced my Firestone Firehawks w/ Kuhmo ECSTA MX (run flats) from the Tire Rack. I couldn't be happier with the performance and the price. Zuti Good luck with your search. Whatever you choose you'll be happy, most tires these days are decent. I remember, my old '69 big block came with polyester G78 15s... Good old days... I don't think so!!
Good luck with your search. Whatever you choose you'll be happy, most tires these days are decent. I remember, my old '69 big block came with polyester G78 15s... Good old days... I don't think so!!
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From: Norfolk VA
Originally Posted by kenb538
Just replace the original GY on 2001 with Kumho. Initial impression at a 40% discount to the GY's, these are excellent tires, great traction, less noise and better ride. I dont know about wear, time will tell
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From: Galloway Twp. NJ
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Originally Posted by flash134
That is not true check out the link, I have the Michelin Pilot Sport A/s ZP and for street driving they offer several advantages to the GY original equipment,
1. Smoother Ride
2. Better cornering abilility
3. Makes you scratch your head, thinking why they ever put GY's on this car
4. excellent wet weather handeling
5. Better rim protection from curb rash
6. Difficult to spin tire with traction control on.
7. Michelin has proven itself with F-1 road racing, not driveing in boreing circles. but REAL RACING!
http://michelinman.com/difference/in...opressure.html
1. Smoother Ride
2. Better cornering abilility
3. Makes you scratch your head, thinking why they ever put GY's on this car
4. excellent wet weather handeling
5. Better rim protection from curb rash
6. Difficult to spin tire with traction control on.
7. Michelin has proven itself with F-1 road racing, not driveing in boreing circles. but REAL RACING!
http://michelinman.com/difference/in...opressure.html
you're right!
the michelins are the other exception, and I was really considering them.
but, based on price, I'M still going with non runflats.
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From: Banner Elk NC
St. Jude Donor '05
Originally Posted by RPOZ4Z
you're right!
the michelins are the other exception, and I was really considering them.
but, based on price, I'M still going with non runflats.
the michelins are the other exception, and I was really considering them.
but, based on price, I'M still going with non runflats.
If you search around you can get a set for $1100.00 +/- a few bucks. When mine wear out I may replace them with non-runflats. Have to see how these last 