New tire suggestions
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New tire suggestions
Anyone have an opinion to share about new tires for my 04 C5?
Oddly, the drivers side rear is toast while passenger is at 50%. Only 12k miles on the car. But at 8 - 9 yes old, I figured I'd replace them. Seeking opinions on brands, run-flats or no, and longevity.
Thanks!!!
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Oddly, the drivers side rear is toast while passenger is at 50%. Only 12k miles on the car. But at 8 - 9 yes old, I figured I'd replace them. Seeking opinions on brands, run-flats or no, and longevity.
Thanks!!!
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Thats very strange only 1 rear tire is worn. Maybe a red flag you have a issue in the diff?
I have Bridgestone Potenza 760 Non Run Flats and I really like them.
I have Bridgestone Potenza 760 Non Run Flats and I really like them.
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I'm running the Hankook Ventus V12 EVOs on mine - like them a lot and they are priced very competitively.
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I'm running Kumho tires all around for my daily drivers. They aren't super expensive but have very good grip and handling for the amount of gravel and sand on the roads where I live.
I have not had a chance to take it to a track yet to see how they corner. (I bet it handles like a Vette
)
I have not had a chance to take it to a track yet to see how they corner. (I bet it handles like a Vette
)
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Don't blame you Jim for choosing any of the runflats. Many are great tires! I have run many tires. My car had E1GY when I bought it. Horrible noise and traction. Bought some Falken FK452 Non Runflats after the good was gone from the GYRF for only a few thousand miles. Loved them. Quiet, great traction. Then bought my current wheels wrapped with Nitto 555R's from a CF Member so I shelved and kept the Falkens. I did get 30K plus from the Nitto tires , great mileage, but I was never happy with them compared the the Falkens.
Tme for new tires and my "old" FK452 Falkens, stored out of sunlight and temp controlled are going back on!
Can't wait to have them back on. 150 plus more rwhp, 175 more rwtq. Since then.
Just get a plug kit, compressor, a AAA memership, a Sig Pro , Visa with a $50K limit, bottle of good whiskey and a cell phone if you have a flat!
OP, really how often are you stranded?
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Runflats:
Weigh more than 6 lbs each more than non-runflats
Harsher ride
Much harder to remove and mount - not all tire shops have the tires or equipment to handle them
Costly
Non-runflats:
Lighter, so creates a more responsive suspension and better ride
Can be mounted and dismounted, everywhere
Less expensive
Weigh more than 6 lbs each more than non-runflats
Harsher ride
Much harder to remove and mount - not all tire shops have the tires or equipment to handle them
Costly
Non-runflats:
Lighter, so creates a more responsive suspension and better ride
Can be mounted and dismounted, everywhere
Less expensive
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Don't blame you Jim for choosing any of the runflats. Many are great tires! I have run many tires. My car had E1GY when I bought it. Horrible noise and traction. Bought some Falken FK452 Non Runflats after the good was gone from the GYRF for only a few thousand miles. Loved them. Quiet, great traction. Then bought my current wheels wrapped with Nitto 555R's from a CF Member so I shelved and kept the Falkens. I did get 30K plus from the Nitto tires , great mileage, but I was never happy with them compared the the Falkens.
Tme for new tires and my "old" FK452 Falkens, stored out of sunlight and temp controlled are going back on!
Can't wait to have them back on. 150 plus more rwhp, 175 more rwtq. Since then.
Just get a plug kit, compressor, a AAA memership, a Sig Pro , Visa with a $50K limit, bottle of good whiskey and a cell phone if you have a flat!
OP, really how often are you stranded?
Tme for new tires and my "old" FK452 Falkens, stored out of sunlight and temp controlled are going back on!
Can't wait to have them back on. 150 plus more rwhp, 175 more rwtq. Since then.
Just get a plug kit, compressor, a AAA memership, a Sig Pro , Visa with a $50K limit, bottle of good whiskey and a cell phone if you have a flat!
OP, really how often are you stranded?
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Has anyone any experience with the Michelin Pilot Sport A/S Plus Run Flats? I got a quote for a new set all the around with all the road hazard / adtl fees for $1100 OTD. Half what the local goodyear store wanted for a new set of RF Eagle F1's....
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Just spoke with a C6 owner who swears by the BFG - G-Force T/A's KDW - 2 s....same price range as the other tires being recommended. Any feedback on these? Cool looking tread...non-run flats
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I just purchased these tires for my 2004 with 24000 miles after much research. They are being shipped and I should have them Tuesday. The feedback from people that have purchased the AS/ZP has been 5star positive. My friend just put them on his C5 and could not believe the improvement in traction, handling, quiet ride. I have had the best luck with Michelin tires and would put them at the top of your list.
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I too run the Kumhos all around on our daily driver. 5,000 miles so far. Look's like they are wearing fine and low road noise. I have yet to disengage the traction control and do a real burn out but what tires for these cars cost I might not. Anyway I think they are a real good tire for the price.
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If you are looking for the Hankooks, Onlinetires.com is listing the Hankooks today at $108 each for the front and $184 for the rear. This is up slightly from when I bought them there about a month ago, but I would still consider that to be a great price. Still get a set for under $600 plus shipping.
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If you go to Tire Rack's web site and search for installers and prices in your area, you will find who in your local area is available. All the ones I talked to didn't car whether the tires came from Tire Rack or not.
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