ExtremeContact Sport Coming February 2017
02-16-2017, 01:40 AM
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ExtremeContact Sport Coming February 2017
Apologize if re-post. I am in need of new tires was just going with OEM runflats but now considering others. Does anyone have any input on these?
http://www.continentaltire.com/news/...-february-2017
On Tire Rack
Thanks!
http://www.continentaltire.com/news/...-february-2017
On Tire Rack
Thanks!
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02-16-2017, 08:00 AM
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I have experience with the DWS series and the DW. In fact I just bought the DWs last month as Tire Rack had a close out going. The "old" models are fabulous and I expect the same from the latest.
02-16-2017, 08:52 AM
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Wonder what the wear rating is? I need 200 or above for Ultimate street car challenge. Is it available in our size?
02-16-2017, 01:42 PM
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02-16-2017, 04:34 PM
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I wanted to try those and waited too long. I want to get away from stiff sidewall run flat tires because I think they are more likely to bend the inner part if the rim. Keep us posted on how you like them.
02-16-2017, 04:42 PM
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02-16-2017, 06:12 PM
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I've got DWS on my Mercedes and DW on my Trans Am.
Both are fantastic tires, only issue with the DW is they are pretty narrow. Very European style, but they still look good on my TA
Both are fantastic tires, only issue with the DW is they are pretty narrow. Very European style, but they still look good on my TA
02-16-2017, 06:57 PM
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i actually have these on my z06. very solid tires. been raining a solid amount in california since the beginning of the year and rarely have had any traction issues.
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02-16-2017, 08:32 PM
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02-16-2017, 09:07 PM
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02-17-2017, 07:15 AM
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Yup I saw it, front tires look good, rear tires are a tad narrow but still look good.
They definitely kept the same style as the previous DW which is on my TA and is a wonderfully comfortable driving experience.
My TA used to have such a rough ride, to the point I thought my teeth would fall out. Changed tires, and now it feels like a Benz
They definitely kept the same style as the previous DW which is on my TA and is a wonderfully comfortable driving experience.
My TA used to have such a rough ride, to the point I thought my teeth would fall out. Changed tires, and now it feels like a Benz
02-17-2017, 09:41 AM
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Have these on my Z06 too, traction is pretty good with them, they do run narrow though...the rear contact patch is 11.6 inches for a 335 vs 13 inches for a 335 oem michelin
02-17-2017, 04:02 PM
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Why?
If you're referring to me, I never claimed to have the new one. I do have the old version DW which is a great tire.
I also have the DWS on my daily driver RWD Benz which are amazing in the snow. Not quite pure snow tire performance, but awesome
If you're referring to me, I never claimed to have the new one. I do have the old version DW which is a great tire.
I also have the DWS on my daily driver RWD Benz which are amazing in the snow. Not quite pure snow tire performance, but awesome
06-06-2017, 05:04 PM
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I also have the DWs on my '16 Z06 in stock sizes...love them for my DD. They do appear to be a bit narrower than the stock michelins but the ride smoother, quieter, they don't tram on freeways, and don't crab on u-turns. Treadwear is also waaaay better.