bye bye run flats..............

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Apr 20, 2006 | 08:47 PM

YBNORML

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bye bye run flats..............

Bought some Toyos today and what a difference! MUCH smoother and QUIETER! Was a little nervous dumping the run flats but I'm glad I did.
I'll NEVER go back!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Apr 20, 2006 | 08:51 PM

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Did you give the good ole' runcraps the final goodbye according to the forum's tradition?

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Apr 20, 2006 | 08:56 PM

HERK

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hello flat bed.

Apr 20, 2006 | 09:08 PM

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Now just get a flat repair kit, like the Z06s

Apr 20, 2006 | 09:48 PM

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... MUCH smoother and QUIETER! ...

Enjoy

Apr 20, 2006 | 11:44 PM

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You can't scare me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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hello flat bed.

Apr 20, 2006 | 11:50 PM

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hello flat bed.

...and goodbye bump steer, insane noise, harsh ride... I'll take the tradeoff.

Apr 21, 2006 | 01:31 AM

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Whatcha got there? Magnesium rims? Tires look good on there. Keeping my runflats, when the time comes, but congrats on being happy with your decision.

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Apr 21, 2006 | 02:03 AM

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Did you give the good ole' runcraps the final goodbye according to the forum's tradition?

Apr 21, 2006 | 06:41 AM

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It is amazing the difference in the ride, handling, etc, between runflats and non-runflats. I don't regret making the switch either.

Apr 21, 2006 | 07:09 AM

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It is amazing the difference in the ride, handling, etc, between runflats and non-runflats. I don't regret making the switch either.

Amen brother! I couldn't believe the difference.... Like a different car!

Apr 21, 2006 | 07:15 AM

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hello flat bed.

Apr 21, 2006 | 06:25 PM

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Sure did.

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Apr 21, 2006 | 06:27 PM

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Thanks, they're brushed aluminum.

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Whatcha got there? Magnesium rims? Tires look good on there. Keeping my runflats, when the time comes, but congrats on being happy with your decision.

Apr 21, 2006 | 06:32 PM

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damnit guys, I hate my run-flats! Someone wanna lend me $800??

Apr 21, 2006 | 07:01 PM

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Apr 21, 2006 | 07:25 PM

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One of the best things I've ever done. Love those Toyos !!!

Apr 21, 2006 | 07:28 PM

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what size and model did you get

where did you get them... how much for the set?

Apr 22, 2006 | 01:33 PM

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where did you get them... how much for the set?

I replaced the run flats and kept the stock wheels.

They're called "TOYO PROXES R"

245/45 ZR 17's on the front

275/40 ZR 18's on the rear

$776.00 out the door (mounted, balanced to 140 mph and inc. tax)

I bought them Radial Tire in Silver Spring MD. They came HIGHLY recommended. I don't know if they ship or not, you may want to call them.

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