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Originally posted by montypython
Ron, I have the same predicament as you. A week ago I was at the gas station and noticed that the right side front was looking really flat. I put air in it and went straight home. Within two hours it was completely flat. I put the doughnut on and the tire had four nails on the tread/sidewall line. It is unrepairable in my opinion. But I've been wanting to change the tires - Yoko A540's (and do something about the wheels) for a while.
Anyone who has seen the condition of my factory rims knows what I mean, and I have done a lot of research into aftermarket rims. Conclusion is to stay with the OEM rims. I will probably order refinished rims this week.
Oh! yes the tire of choice is Dunlop SP5000. They seem to be the best compromise of high performance and all season available.
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Monte - UPDATE - I'm driving on your tire of choice, the Dunlop SP5000. I think they're fairly quiet, but I have no point of comparison. All I hear is that the Yoko AVS db is quieter than a mouse piss'n on cotton, & snow ain't a big deal in my parts. So, I continue to drive on the tire with the imbedded screw, & inflate the sucker every other day. If I can play this game until the October Snowshoe meet, I'll do it. I notified a local used tire company that I need another semi-worn Dunlop, & call me if one comes in. If I start losing air more rapidly... Well, I'll just tighten the screw! HeHe! Ron.