Going to replace RunFlats...need recommendations!
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From: Ft Myers FL
Going to replace RunFlats...need recommendations!
I have a 2001 6 speed convertible that I need to replace the run flats. Occassionally (3 to 4 times a year) will autocross the car in NCCC stock class (I-SH). So, I have scrubbed the edges of these tires enough that they now howl pretty good. Plus there is not much tread left either.
So, I want to replace them with a non run flat tire that will handle better than these rocks and will ride better as well. Any and all recommendations would be appreciated. The car does not come out in the rain, so only concerned about wet handling if I am caught in a sudden storm.
Thanks
Rich
So, I want to replace them with a non run flat tire that will handle better than these rocks and will ride better as well. Any and all recommendations would be appreciated. The car does not come out in the rain, so only concerned about wet handling if I am caught in a sudden storm.
Thanks
Rich
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Thanks for the information so far! Has anyone have any experience with the Goodyear GS D3s? I am seeing some positive stuff on these tires, but I have not seen anyone actocross with them. Just a reminder, I only autocross a few times a year, so this will not be the key decision maker on the tires.
Thanks
Rich
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Rich
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Anything will ride better than Run flats
I have Avon Tech M500's, I love them. A salesman at the tire rack who also has a C5, talked me into them over the Eagle F1. I've used Avon's on my motorcycles for years, with good results, but was a little skeptical about them for my C5. 4000 miles on them so far and they still look brand new.
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....odel=Tech+M500
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http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....odel=Tech+M500
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Originally Posted by Oldvetter
Goodyear F1GSD3's are generally agreed to be the best all round tire (wet and dry).
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/survey...ay.jsp?type=MP
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Originally Posted by crmvette
I know you like the KDWs and that maybe the way I go, but I am also intrigued by the GY GS D3s. I'll have to see how this works out!
Still not heard from our friends about Florida.
Rich
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St. Jude Donor '06
I wanted the BFG KDs (not kdws) as they have the reputation as being the best dry performance street tire on the market. Problem is that every store over the winter had the right or left rear tire in 295/35/18s back ordered, and they were just not available. Have the KUHMO Ecsta MXs and they are decent but really wanted the KDs.
Does anybody know whether 295.35.18s in BGF KDS are now availabe anywhere, now that the car season has officially begun for most of the Country!!
Does anybody know whether 295.35.18s in BGF KDS are now availabe anywhere, now that the car season has officially begun for most of the Country!!