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Feb 24, 2005 | 08:24 PM

BallerDave

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Lets talk Tires.......

Ok this is what i have on the car:
I paid $123 per tire @ Discount Tire
I got 22,736 miles on the tires so far. About 15 times down the track
Liberal on the turns but conservative everyday driving.

Ecsta Supra 712
Price: $116.00 each (discount tire)
Race inspired, ultra-high performance for the street
275/40ZR-17 98W B
Specifications:
Treadwear: 280
Traction: A
Temperature: A
Speed Rating: ZR

I have not been too impressed with these tires but no real complaints either.
Im looking for tires with allot more tread life and all weather. More miles for the money, I'm not worried about traction just longer life.
I have been lookin at the following 2 types of tires:

Ecsta ASX
Price: $125.00 each (discount tire)
Premium ultra-high performance with all-season capability. Z-speed rated.
275/40R-17 98W BSW
Specifications:
Treadwear: 420
Traction: A
Temperature: A
Speed Rating: ZR

Ventus HRII H405
Price: $81.00 each (edgeracing.com)
High performance value. H-speed rating.
275/40R-17 98H DSB
Specifications:
Treadwear: 340
Traction: A
Temperature: A
Speed Rating: HR

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Feb 24, 2005 | 08:33 PM

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had the same kumhos on my car. hated em. they didnt feel right in turns and sharp parking manuevers. they had a wobble to em as all cheaper tires do. so i went with the bfg g-force 275/40/17 & 315/35/17. the way they handled vs the kumho was a big improvement. ya get what you pay for.

Feb 24, 2005 | 08:58 PM

AAron

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um dont get those cheap ones they look crappy. the ASX have long treadwear which is nice for a daily driver.

oh and whats up Dave

Feb 25, 2005 | 09:28 AM

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ya i wold have to go sith the asx as well. for one reason it's cold were u are u may need the all season.

Feb 25, 2005 | 09:30 AM

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I am really enjoying my Bridgestone Fuzions... great price, great tire.

Feb 25, 2005 | 09:34 AM

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I second that. The Fuzion ZRi's are the best all around tire I've had. The fact that you can buy them for a little more than $100 is a huge bonus.

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