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07-12-2006, 09:24 PM
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Need Advice on Tires Please?
Hello all!
When I bought my SVX in early February, the used car dealership agreed to pay for 4 "used but in good shape" tires as part of the deal. I've been able to run the existing tires bald and am now needing the new-used ones. The tire shop has 4 Michelin Energy tires size- 215/55R. My existing tires are 225/55R. (stock 16 inch rims) Since I've heard so much talk about how the SVX seems to run better or worse on particular brands/sizes of tires due to the weight and potential of warped rotors or ? I was just hoping to get a little input on what is being offered to me with these Michelin tires- PS. they look hardly used with no bulges and tread is worn evenly. Thanks for any advice y'all can offer ! Jeannie in Pismo Beach, CA PSS- I won't need to worry about driving in the snow/ice as I'll bet you could've guessed! Thanks!!! Last edited by PismoSVX; 07-12-2006 at 09:34 PM. 
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#2
07-12-2006, 11:39 PM
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I wouldn't put used tires on my car, but that's just me. I don't know anything about the Michelins, but I would make damned sure the tires all have the same tread depth.
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07-13-2006, 10:24 AM
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Sometimes pronounced DUN-LOUD!
In an open cockpit of a Formula I car at full throttle, with 50 other cars on the track with me, and 150,000 screaming fans, I probably wouldn't notice.  Has Dunlop gotten significantly quieter recently? Their use of clamshell molds, as opposed to segmented molds, has not served them well in the past. Dont post quite yet.. I gotta have time to get into my flame suit! .
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#5
07-13-2006, 11:05 AM
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BFGs... Thats what was on my SVX when I first bought it and I loved em,
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#6
07-13-2006, 11:38 AM
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I have sumitomo tires. They are OK tires for the most part. They dont grip as well as I would have hoped. The tread life on them is great though.
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#7
07-14-2006, 07:36 AM
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1. Buy new not used. Your tranny will live longer
2. If you can't afford new tires, maybe you should look at another car. 3. There are cheaper alternatives out there as far as new goes. Try Nitto, Falken, Sumitomo and Mastercraft. Easily under $100 each. www.vulcantire.com sells most of these brands. www.tirerack.com sells Sumitomos. I have Sumis Sxrions on my XT6 and they grip like nothing else I could buy for $60 mounted each. Have nearly 15k on 'em and they still look new plus the sidewall is strong so you don't run down the edge in fast turns.
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07-16-2006, 03:13 AM
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The Dunlops on my car right now GRIP! and since i need new ones soon VERY soon. i think im going to stick with them.
Even thow i a hardcore TOYO fan. Oh well Quote:
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#9
07-16-2006, 01:45 PM
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you want a SUPER NICE TIRE get some michelin pilot sport A/S they are a sweet tire but yeah buying used tires are fine if they are in good shape but the size is off it should be 225/50R16
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#10
07-17-2006, 10:20 AM
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Thank you to everyone for the tips and advice!! I spoke to the tire shop and I was able to get the option of either 4 used or 2 NEW and I think I'll play it safe and get the 2 new ones for free and buy the other two. Since this was part of the deal when I purchased the car last Feb, I want to take advantage of saving a buck when I can.
If y'all are driving down hwy 101 in Central California anytime soon, maybe you'll see me fly past you so be on the look out! Does anyone else have the "problem" of their car almost wanting to hit a cruising speed of about 90mph? For some reason, it just rides better and runs smoother when it's breaking the law! Thanks again! Jeannie
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#11
07-22-2006, 10:27 PM
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Many thanks to all that gave their 2 cents worth on my tire question. I'm going to get the dealership to hook me up with their tire people and get me their deal on 4 new tires and pay the difference out of my own pocket. That way, I'll have no regrets down the road AND I'll get the warranty from the manufacturer too. I'll let you know what brand I end up with.
Thanks again all!! Jeanne in Pismo Beach
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#12
07-29-2006, 07:33 PM
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I got my new tires!
Hello again. I FINALLY was able to get things going with the new tires. The dealership where I purchased the car has it's prefered tire shop who cut him a deal on 4 Riken Raptor Performance tires. I think Riken is owned by BF Goodrich. As soon as I got them on and drove it- wow! What a difference from the old bald ones I'd been limping around on. I just got them so I can't report on how they'll hold up after a few thousand miles, of course, but so far-
Very quiet and very smooth ride. Thanks to all for your advice on this. Jeanne In Pismo Beach
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