Run flats
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Run flats
So after searching I haven't gotten a consensus on to get them or not. Been reading the ride is better but I'm concerned about not having run flats, is there something I should consider ? I am considering the Conti DWS and getting this (in case of a flat) http://www.tirerack.com/accessories/detail.jsp?ID=38
Thoughts ?
99 C5.
Thoughts ?
99 C5.
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You can get a portable 12v compressor and tire plug kit for less than $60 AND it won't ruin your $100 a piece TPMS like the above ContiComfortKit will.
I don't have run flats, but I also have AAA.
I don't have run flats, but I also have AAA.
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I like the security that runflats give, but I like the ride, handling and performance that non-runflats give even more. When it comes down to it, you just have to make the decision as to what is more important to you. For non-runflats, you can always carry a plug kit, a small air compressor, a small jack and if needed, a cell phone and/or emergency road service on your car insurance.
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There is good to both worlds. I choose non-run-flats because they are expensive for one. For two, I am about performance and run-flats are heavy and generally do not perform well. AAA and a cell phone has never let me down.
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Run flats
We went back and forth on the non run-flats vs the run-flats. Last week we went with Hankok V-12's, non run-flats. We wanted QUIET and that's what we got. Made an incredible difference in the joy of driving this car (2000 RED vert) especially with the top up.
We have the manditory pump, plugs, AAA and cell phone but the bottom line was that we added up the number of times that we actually got a flat tire in any of our cars through the years, and run-flats just didn't make the cut. Yes, we could hit a big chunk of metal in the road and explode the tire and the plugs won't work but for our driving, the hard ride didn't make any sense. Bob...
We have the manditory pump, plugs, AAA and cell phone but the bottom line was that we added up the number of times that we actually got a flat tire in any of our cars through the years, and run-flats just didn't make the cut. Yes, we could hit a big chunk of metal in the road and explode the tire and the plugs won't work but for our driving, the hard ride didn't make any sense. Bob...
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Keith, how many flats have you had in the last 5 years? I don't mean slow leaks, I mean full blow out? How many have you had in the last 10 years? 20 years?
If you have a flat (blow out) every year then keep the run flats. Me, I haven't had a flat (blow out) in 39 years of driving. I switched from run flats to non run flats a month or two ago and its the best thing I ever did.
If you have a flat (blow out) every year then keep the run flats. Me, I haven't had a flat (blow out) in 39 years of driving. I switched from run flats to non run flats a month or two ago and its the best thing I ever did.
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We went back and forth on the non run-flats vs the run-flats. Last week we went with Hankok V-12's, non run-flats. We wanted QUIET and that's what we got. Made an incredible difference in the joy of driving this car (2000 RED vert) especially with the top up.
We have the manditory pump, plugs, AAA and cell phone but the bottom line was that we added up the number of times that we actually got a flat tire in any of our cars through the years, and run-flats just didn't make the cut. Yes, we could hit a big chunk of metal in the road and explode the tire and the plugs won't work but for our driving, the hard ride didn't make any sense. Bob...
We have the manditory pump, plugs, AAA and cell phone but the bottom line was that we added up the number of times that we actually got a flat tire in any of our cars through the years, and run-flats just didn't make the cut. Yes, we could hit a big chunk of metal in the road and explode the tire and the plugs won't work but for our driving, the hard ride didn't make any sense. Bob...
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I was the same way....finally pulled the trigger on Nitto NT555 (non runflat) and just carry a small compressor and repair kit.
Like phrankw said - - even if you pick up a nail or something thats usually a slow leak and with the TPMS and compressor you would probably be able to get home or to a repair shop...
Like phrankw said - - even if you pick up a nail or something thats usually a slow leak and with the TPMS and compressor you would probably be able to get home or to a repair shop...
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Best is peace of mind !
That is why I bought the Pilot Sports PS/2 ZP's. I too have AAA, but I don't want to have to sit and wait in a marginal or hostile area waiting on a tow truck. I'd rather just keep moving and get the tire fixed later on.