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Old 01-06-2008, 08:50 PM
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Default Tires for stock 16" rims?

I don't need new tires anytime soon, but eventually I will. Currently have Eagle GS-C's (245/50-ZR16). I recently checked Goodyear and BF Goodrich, only to find just a few decent tires available in that size (275/40-ZR17 isn't any better either).

BF Goodrich G-Force T/A KDW2 (traditional tread), not sure if these are still available.

Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D3 is currently available, but I prefer the looks of the BF Goodrich.

Anyone else having trouble finding good tires for the stock OEM size? Thanks!
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I guess my main concern is if the size 245/50-ZR16 is being phased out, or will that size continue to be available for a long time.
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I'm had falken ze512's and they sucked. Traction was terrible and they wore out really fast. I now have Hankook Ventus HR2's and I like them alot. The wet weather traction is good as I tried a brake test from 45 or 50 full braking and they stayed on the road probably due alot to abs. BTW I am running the 245/50/16's. Hope this helps.
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i also had the falkens, and yes they were terrible. Right now im using bfg geforce sports. they have better traction and im at about 10k, the rears might have 5-7k left in them.
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look into some yoko's for that size, you guys are using the wrong falkens also..
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i had both 512 and 319s? i believe
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http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....1=yes&place=24

Honestly, I like these. Quite, decent traction, and they last pretty well. Oh, and they are affordable.




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