Another tire question
#1
Melting Slicks
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Another tire question
I have read post after post about tires, but I have kind of an odd request.
I am getting ready to replace the original run flats on my 03.
My main problem with these tires is the noise. I have a hearing problem, and can't even have a conversation with a pasanger at freeway speed.
I am willing to give up the security of the run flats to make the car quite. I don't want to spend over a grand, loose the run flat security and still have loud tires.
So, which ones are really a lot quieter than the run flats? Are they quieter enough to risk a flat tire on the road?
Appreciate all responses.
Thanks
Jay
I am getting ready to replace the original run flats on my 03.
My main problem with these tires is the noise. I have a hearing problem, and can't even have a conversation with a pasanger at freeway speed.
I am willing to give up the security of the run flats to make the car quite. I don't want to spend over a grand, loose the run flat security and still have loud tires.
So, which ones are really a lot quieter than the run flats? Are they quieter enough to risk a flat tire on the road?
Appreciate all responses.
Thanks
Jay
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Le Mans Master
I too have the "road noise" hearing problem on our convertible. I recently installed Nitto's (non runflats) on the car. They were around $700 out the door at America's Discount Tires. My wife remarked as we drove out of the parking lot at their quietness! I bought a good plug kit and a 12V compressor. I also hav AAA and a cell phone. I've not had a catastrophic tire failure in 40 years, just a few slow leaks.. Good luck.
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Originally Posted by Big Jay E
I have read post after post about tires, but I have kind of an odd request.
I am getting ready to replace the original run flats on my 03.
My main problem with these tires is the noise. I have a hearing problem, and can't even have a conversation with a pasanger at freeway speed.
I am willing to give up the security of the run flats to make the car quite. I don't want to spend over a grand, loose the run flat security and still have loud tires.
So, which ones are really a lot quieter than the run flats? Are they quieter enough to risk a flat tire on the road?
Appreciate all responses.
Thanks
Jay
I am getting ready to replace the original run flats on my 03.
My main problem with these tires is the noise. I have a hearing problem, and can't even have a conversation with a pasanger at freeway speed.
I am willing to give up the security of the run flats to make the car quite. I don't want to spend over a grand, loose the run flat security and still have loud tires.
So, which ones are really a lot quieter than the run flats? Are they quieter enough to risk a flat tire on the road?
Appreciate all responses.
Thanks
Jay
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I went with the Kumho ASX tires. the price was $550 delivered for the set of four, and I have been happy with them, they show NO signs of wear after 6k miles so far, and they have been much more quiet then the good year rf's , high speed is very smooth, and they seem to have the same traction, I drive a lot of long trips, but I do no racing. i did get a small 12 volt air compresser and a tire patch kit. I have had no flat tires for many years. but ya never know?? but for another 600 dollars, I will take the chance with non-runflats.
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I agree about the noise. I went from the Goodyear EMT's to Goodyear Supercar F1's and the difference is very noticable. I also have a set of the Firestone Firehawks and they are much quieter and still retain the runflat capability.
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I have the BFG G-Force KDW's in stock sizes. They are very quiet. On the highway (especially if it's the rubberized surface that ADOT is converting all the freeways to - SLOWLY!) there is no noise at all. I have a convertible, and with the top down at 75mph, my wife and I can converse and listen to the stereo without blasting the volume or screaming at each other. Top up is VERY quiet.
Oh, BTW - the KDW's are not runflats, and I did as many others here have done - got myself a tire repair kit and a small 12v compressor.
Oh, BTW - the KDW's are not runflats, and I did as many others here have done - got myself a tire repair kit and a small 12v compressor.
#8
Melting Slicks
I paid 540 bucks for the Falken 451's and couldn't be happier with their performance. Great tire and aggressive tread pattern too! Save your money for other mods.
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Any new tire is going to be quieter than the old hard ones you're replacing. As a tire ages, it's been my experience that they get noisier and noisier.
A rear compartment partition will make a great improvement. Adding sound insulation with help a bunch, as well.
HTH, and have a good one,
Mike
A rear compartment partition will make a great improvement. Adding sound insulation with help a bunch, as well.
HTH, and have a good one,
Mike