Best run flat tire
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From: 96598
Best run flat tire
I've tried doing a search. I would be looking for the smoothest and
quietest ride. But no non run flats, dont want to deal with a flat.
cornering and the perfomance traits are not an issue
quietest ride. But no non run flats, dont want to deal with a flat.
cornering and the perfomance traits are not an issue
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From: I finished a Marathon, did you? Michigan
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I am in a similar situation. I have to stick with runflats. When I do replace them, I will be going to Michelin Pilot Sport ZP(zero pressure). I believe there are many other members that have them, so they will be better to help with noise and traction. Good Luck 
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From: pasadena in the great state of TEXAS
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just got a set of michelins last week to replace the goodyears on our '02 coupe. they seem to ride better and are alot quieter. 
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Originally Posted by dataporter
Michelin Zero Pressures When I shopped and bought them Costco had the best price (took a couple days to get them)
When I shopped and bought them Costco had the best price (took a couple days to get them)
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From: 96598
the Goodyears have are the org. Just turned 19K. Look good
but just about 6 years old. Hard to believe had the 01 that long.
Guy at discount tire said they usually see about 30K but age it
might not hurt to go ahead replace them
but just about 6 years old. Hard to believe had the 01 that long.
Guy at discount tire said they usually see about 30K but age it
might not hurt to go ahead replace them
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From: NOVA
Originally Posted by vetteguy02
Michelin run flats are far superior to the Goodyear for noise and smoothest of ride. Both the Goodyear and the Michelin can be repaired. Firestone is one that cannot be repaired.
Make sure when you have a runflat or any tire repaired, the dealer is patching the tire, not plugging it. Plugging the tire will ruin it.
The Pilot Sport A/S ZP's will work better than the other tires in cold weather due to different rubber compounds. Also, I believe they have a warranty that covers damage up to 12 months? and 25%? tread if the tire cannot be repaired.
Unfortunately, the treadwear ratings are some what meaningless. They are not useful to compare tires from different manufacturers.
Regards,
Tony
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Originally Posted by Westwopper
Make sure when you have a runflat or any tire repaired, the dealer is patching the tire, not plugging it. Plugging the tire will ruin it.
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From: NOVA
Originally Posted by JMc
How so?
1) the interior of the tire cannont be inspected for damage unless it is taken off the rim. If a nail goes in and "j" hooks, there can be damage to the innerliner that you won't know about. Since the inner liner of the tire acts as the tube (it is made of butyl), any damage to it can allow air to escape. Air escaping from the inside out is not good because it can cause seperations in the tire as it tries to escape. It will typically go to the weakest point, which due to flexing is most commonly the sidewall area. While I have not seen this in a car tire in a commercial tire with high airpressure, this is very common to see if a repair is done wrong or a bead is torn when mounting the tire.
2) The next problem is the plug itself will act like a wick. This will draw moisture into the tire. Moisture will help rust the belt package of your tire potentially leading to failure.
This may not happen every time, but you are not driving a Neon, your driving a 400hp car with pretty ridiculous performance potential. Plugs should be used if that is the only option to get home....
Tony
