Getting ready to ditch my FZ4s!

rogueBeaste · #1 07-27-2007, 09:32 PM

My Toyo Proxes FZ4 are driving me to distraction with their noise! They have about 25K on them, and still have some good tread left, but the noise that has developed over the last year or so, is too much. I've rotated them, and the wear is even. My wife used to drive the car for a couple of years, and she simply got used to the noise. (I was happy because it hid the sound of the always failing rear wheel bearings.) Anyway, I've taken it back from her, gotten the bad bearings fixed, and can't deal with the noise anymore, which even drowns out my sound system.

I've read hundreds of postings here about tires, but am still unsure how to roll the dice this time; looking for something that would be a "touring" style, I think, perhaps four season (but not necessarily M+S). I would also consider changing wheels, as I'm tired of my custom 16X7s. I'm willing to spend some money, but I'm not wealthy. (If I were, I'd just get ahold of an M3 or at least, a 330 Ci, or something that's probably not that much more quality/ride than my SVX.)

Anyway, I've had P-7s, Dunlop SPs, and now these. I'm getting about 21, 22 in my driving, and have gotten 28 on longer trips, so I'm interested in not messing up the mileage or the ride quality, either. I've seen a lot about 235/45-17s, and suspect this could be a good alternative. I think I'd prefer a brand-name tire like Goodyear, Michelin, or Bridgestone.

Maybe my budget (at least, what I think now) is about five bills for the tires and a grand for the wheels. My driving style is moderate, and I live in the mid-Atlantic region.

Thanks for any help,

It's Just Eric · #2 07-27-2007, 10:32 PM

I hear Avon tyres makes some very quiet grippy tires for like 99$ each. Not sure on the treadlife though

as for wheels...go with whatever taste suits you.

AlcyoneDaze · #3 07-27-2007, 11:02 PM

This probably doesn't help you, but I have some like-new Yokohama Avid H4's 215/40R17 that i'm looking to get rid of... i didnt gather what size rims your running, but they are good all-season tires, not sporty or anything, but they have good grip and are quiet.

SVX_MY_BABY · #4 07-28-2007, 09:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by It's Just Eric

I hear Avon tyres makes some very quiet grippy tires for like 99$ each. Not sure on the tread life though

as for wheels...go with whatever taste suits you.

Yes, Avon are good. OEM on Aston Martin. Made by Cooper Tire which is one of the last USA owned manufacturers.

I'd also point you to Nokian tires made in Finland. Great product & great customer support. Have a look at the i3 for an all season.
http://www.tirefactory.net/nokian.htm

Kelvin · #5 07-29-2007, 04:44 PM

I've had good luck with Yokohama A550Vs. V speed rated, so crisp handling, AA traction, and they last a really really long time. Plus they're all weather tires. You can get them for around $100 each at sears.

Seraphinwolf · #6 07-29-2007, 04:53 PM

I run Proxxes 4's on mine and they work great. Low noise, great feel, and they have actually the best traction in snow i've ever had. I have 235/40zr/18's and most low profiles are loud reguardless but I don't even hear much on the highway at any speed. They do cost more than the ZF4's. Good luck though.

redsvx · #7 07-29-2007, 08:15 PM

I just installed 245/40/17 Michelin Pilot Sports last week.
Fabulous ride! Great performance!

pavanbabut · #8 07-29-2007, 08:16 PM

I too need some new tires badly. Since I am in calif, I dont need snow tires, but it would be nice to all season tires with good road grip in all conditions (wet/dry), minimum road noise as possible (close to quiet) and not much pricey...

Lookin on tirerack for best sellers for our size, it shows only two best sellers.. Kumho Ecsta ASX and Continental ContiExtremeContact. Anyone had these??Any suggestions....??

-Pavan