What are the best Tires???
10-10-2001, 01:35 PM
#1
Burning Brakes
Thread Starter
What are the best Tires???
255/45ZR17 - Front
285/40ZR17 - Rear
96 Vette.
What is the best tire out there?
As far as wear, sound, performance/handling?
I am not concerned with a winter tire (In Texas), so what is the best all around tire?
I have been reading up about Dunlop8000s. They seem inexpensive and good.
Help please,
Andy
285/40ZR17 - Rear
96 Vette.
What is the best tire out there?
As far as wear, sound, performance/handling?
I am not concerned with a winter tire (In Texas), so what is the best all around tire?
I have been reading up about Dunlop8000s. They seem inexpensive and good.
Help please,
Andy
10-10-2001, 01:40 PM
#2
Team Owner
Re: What are the best Tires??? (Andy1983)
I wouldn't put dunlops on a honda civic.
I had them and hated the hell out of 'em
they handle like they're coated in grease
especially compared to the Kumho's I have now
the lifespan of the dunlops was pretty pathetic, too.
however, off the line they hooked REALLY well
The Kumhos are the best tire I've e ver had
i havent tried the SV50's (SP?) but a lot of people here swear by them.
I had them and hated the hell out of 'em
they handle like they're coated in grease
especially compared to the Kumho's I have now
the lifespan of the dunlops was pretty pathetic, too.
however, off the line they hooked REALLY well
The Kumhos are the best tire I've e ver had
i havent tried the SV50's (SP?) but a lot of people here swear by them.
10-10-2001, 01:46 PM
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Team Owner
Re: What are the best Tires??? (Andy1983)
I have been reading up about Dunlop8000s. They seem inexpensive and good.
They are great in both dry and wet. I need new tires right now, and will either be buying another set of those, or KumhoECSTA Supra 712.
p.s.
I have to completely disagree with Smash on the Dunlops. I've autocrossed quite a few times with them, and they handle great. I've gone toe to toe with an NSX, C5s, Lotuses, and more and been right there with them, if not beat them. They stick very well, and give you a great feel for when they will break loose.
[Modified by scorp508, 12:47 PM 10/10/2001]
10-10-2001, 02:02 PM
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Team Owner
Re: What are the best Tires??? (scorp508)
I thought the dunlops handled well too, until I got ahold of these Kumhos. :eek:
Except when I first got them, i noticed they felt "squishy" when I was doing hard cornering. Did you notice that?
Dunlop ride quality and road noise are definately great though.
Except when I first got them, i noticed they felt "squishy" when I was doing hard cornering. Did you notice that?
Dunlop ride quality and road noise are definately great though.
10-10-2001, 02:03 PM
#5
Team Owner
Re: What are the best Tires??? (Smash)
Except when I first got them, i noticed they felt "squishy" when I was doing hard cornering. Did you notice that?
10-10-2001, 02:12 PM
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Team Owner
Re: What are the best Tires??? (scorp508)
Except when I first got them, i noticed they felt "squishy" when I was doing hard cornering. Did you notice that?
Honestly can't say so.
Honestly can't say so.
10-10-2001, 02:14 PM
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Le Mans Master
Re: What are the best Tires??? (Andy1983)
Potenza RE-730's are the best bang for the buck. Had them on my '92, and after the experience, decided that was what we put on the '93 as well when it needed tires a couple months ago. Very good tire overall.
10-10-2001, 02:15 PM
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Le Mans Master
Re: What are the best Tires??? (Andy1983)
I had Firehawks and loved them. Quiet, great in the rain, and did last longer. I would buy them again....
10-10-2001, 02:51 PM
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Re: What are the best Tires??? (Andy1983)
I got Dunlops also. When I bought my car it had new Dunlops on them. They are alright, but if I had a choice, I would definately go with the Bridgestone Potenzas. They are the best tyres. :yesnod:
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10-10-2001, 03:16 PM
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Re: What are the best Tires??? (McShagger)
Got to go with Firestone Firehawk SZ 50 EP.......get em from http://www.tirerack.com
....got em on my 1996 Collector Edition Coupe. :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
....got em on my 1996 Collector Edition Coupe. :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
10-11-2001, 12:58 AM
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Re: What are the best Tires??? (jay17)
Well, I'll chime in on this. I have 275 and 285 SP8000's and think they are a great bang for the buck. Wet or dry, they handle well. They hook up and you can hang it out on the corners. They do not like deep tracks on the freeway though. Better hang on. I am sure that the Bridgestones and Firehawks are probably a better tire, I have heard great things about both. But if $$$ is an issue try the Dunlop's. In the winter I am moving up to different rims and 315's in the rear, by Dunlop. :yesnod: :yesnod:
10-11-2001, 12:58 PM
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Burning Brakes
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Re: What are the best Tires??? (KLLRVET)
Check out this link for the best high performance tires (as rated by thousands).
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/surveyresults/uhp.jsp
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/surveyresults/uhp.jsp
10-11-2001, 01:29 PM
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Re: What are the best Tires??? (Andy1983)
Different tires perform differently on different cars, and drivers have different expectations of them, so it can only be used as a broad scope of comparison
but look hoiw well the Kumhos do
and they are the cheapest.
but look hoiw well the Kumhos do
and they are the cheapest.
10-11-2001, 02:10 PM
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Re: What are the best Tires??? (Smash)
My 86 had the Firestone Firehawk SZ 50 EP's on it..and as soon as the BFG's wear out on my 95.. it's getting the Firestones put on it.. awesome tire...
10-11-2001, 03:43 PM
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Re: What are the best Tires??? (Springer's 95)
I like the Michelin XGT Z4 Pilot's also. Always got decent mileage out of them and they are a great all around tire. Last set of rears didn't last like they should have, and if the next set doesn't do any better, then I might be changing. I'm hoping I just got a bad set.