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tooohip 02-22-2011 05:45 PM

Hankook Ventus V12 evo
 
I'm considering replacing my RE-11's with these: Hankook Ventus V12 evo K110

I believe I saw a few posts here with folks using them. Anyone in the Mid-A have them on? They are a good $130 less than the RE-11's per tire and right now, that would help me a lot in terms of getting something on the car to drive it.

Also, does anyone have any recommended installers in the Columbia/Baltimore area? Tire Rack pointed me to these guys: Installer Details

They seem to have good reviews. I would prefer first hand recommendations from those that have had tires installed on a lowered car though if possible.

Thanks!

m4a1mustang 02-22-2011 05:47 PM

Lance I had the V12s on my Z when I sold it. Let's just say there is going to be a HUGE decrease in performance over your RE11s. If you are willing to live with that they aren't a bad tire. ;)

tooohip 02-22-2011 05:52 PM

So it might be a bit slippery in comparison? I could probably live with that for now. Heck I kind of like a loose rear (put that in there for Shadoquad), LOL!

m4a1mustang 02-22-2011 06:03 PM

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Originally Posted by tooohip (Post 953166)
So it might be a bit slippery in comparison? I could probably live with that for now. Heck I kind of like a loose rear (put that in there for Shadoquad), LOL!

Yeah, definitely. You'll have significantly less grip and significantly more sidewall flex. The car will feel completely different.

The only pluses will be better tire wear and better rain traction.

tooohip 02-22-2011 06:37 PM

Thanks Steve. I might try the Continental Extreme Contact DW's. Yeah, I'll have RE-11's in the front for a while with them. Could make things interesting, LOL!

hazzazi 02-22-2011 07:11 PM

hey lance, i currently have the hankook v12's, your more than welcome to try driving my car to see how they feel, but compared to the one's i had priod (the advan), they kinda suck on dry, but do much better on the wet. at first i didn't like them very much, but i got used to it after a while. to be honest tho, i don't think i'll buy them again the next time i need to change my tires, unless i'm short on $$.

good luck

tooohip 02-22-2011 07:22 PM

Sounds good 911! I'll take you up on that offer soon. ;-) I see the Conti Dw's are back ordered now. Boo hoo!

4r3s 02-23-2011 06:55 AM

My dad uses Neubauer's, and I've had work done there on previous cars I've owned. Pretty sure they've been in business for my entire life if not longer, about 30 yrs. Overall I think they do quality work but can be pricey at times. I was thinking of using them to get my tires mounted on my new wheels when the time comes. Where ever you do go, leave us some feedback on how the shop did. Like I said before I am going to need to do this soon as well.

GM_Traitor3.5 02-23-2011 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by tooohip (Post 953257)
Thanks Steve. I might try the Continental Extreme Contact DW's. Yeah, I'll have RE-11's in the front for a while with them. Could make things interesting, LOL!

I know the Conti Extreme Contact DWS tires get great reviews for a high-perf all season. The reviews I've read on the DW tire seem to be just as good. Knowing your driving style and how you prefer a "loose" rear end (cough Shado... cough...) the Ventus might be a good choice for you :roflpuke2:

kniwolf 02-23-2011 08:04 AM

I ended up going with the ContiExtreme Contact DWS's and had Sheehy Nissan of Annapolis do the mounting + balancing for $25 a tire. I had heard some horror stories of a few local shops scratching the hell out of rims, so I figured the dealership would be the best bet. The DWS is one hell of a tire though, I am very happy with them so far.

GM_Traitor3.5 02-23-2011 08:12 AM

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Originally Posted by kniwolf (Post 953931)
I ended up going with the ContiExtreme Contact DWS's and had Sheehy Nissan of Annapolis do the mounting + balancing for $25 a tire. I had heard some horror stories of a few local shops scratching the hell out of rims, so I figured the dealership would be the best bet. The DWS is one hell of a tire though, I am very happy with them so far.

Glad to hear those Conti DWS tires are working out for you man. I can't wait to get my stock RS-A's off and the DWS tires on!

Mounting and balancing for only $25 a wheel? That is cheap!

FuszNissan 02-23-2011 12:46 PM

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Originally Posted by tooohip (Post 953143)
I'm considering replacing my RE-11's with these: Hankook Ventus V12 evo K110

I believe I saw a few posts here with folks using them. Anyone in the Mid-A have them on? They are a good $130 less than the RE-11's per tire and right now, that would help me a lot in terms of getting something on the car to drive it.

Also, does anyone have any recommended installers in the Columbia/Baltimore area? Tire Rack pointed me to these guys: Installer Details

They seem to have good reviews. I would prefer first hand recommendations from those that have had tires installed on a lowered car though if possible.

Thanks!

Lance, I have had both.

You will like the Hankooks, but they won't be as nice riding ,and will have less rip then the RE11's. But you will be saving a lot of money too.
(Just don't expect the same performance)

tooohip 02-23-2011 01:22 PM

Thanks Fuzz!

Oh, I see a couple recommendations for Radial Tire in Silver Spring over at the 350 site.

Radial Tire Company

I might drive my Z up to Neubauer's thought first to see if they can get it on their alignment rack.

Jessobear 02-23-2011 03:52 PM

You may want to try Walmart. Seriously. My understanding is that Walmart has the newest Hunter tire machines that have rim protectors and make it virtually impossible for the tech to scratch your wheel.

I've had tires mounted by Radial Tire and they didn't mess up my wheels, but these were for a Saab with 235/45-17 tires. I've heard some mixed reviews of them otherwise. You could also try Ye Olde Wheel Shop in Elkridge. I know the owner's son and a bunch of people I know have had tires installed there.

Cmike2780 02-23-2011 04:03 PM

Walmart???:ugh2:

Just look for a place that has a leverless/touch less mounting machine and guarantees their work. Let them know first hand that you don't want a single scratch on the rims and watch them install the tires. Tire Rack usually list whether a shop has a leverless/touchless or not.

tooohip 02-23-2011 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Jessobear (Post 954784)
You may want to try Walmart. Seriously. My understanding is that Walmart has the newest Hunter tire machines that have rim protectors and make it virtually impossible for the tech to scratch your wheel.

I've had tires mounted by Radial Tire and they didn't mess up my wheels, but these were for a Saab with 235/45-17 tires. I've heard some mixed reviews of them otherwise. You could also try Ye Olde Wheel Shop in Elkridge. I know the owner's son and a bunch of people I know have had tires installed there.

Thanks Man! I've also heard of Ye Old Wheel Shop. Thanks for the info!

Jessobear 02-23-2011 09:23 PM

I looked on Tire Rack. There's a place called Quality Discount Tire in Kensington. Great reviews and they have a touchless machine.

m4a1mustang 02-23-2011 10:28 PM

I make sure to curb all my wheels before it's time to replace the tires so I don't need to worry about this touchless nonsense. :D

Jessobear 02-24-2011 06:44 AM

By the way, if you're looking for an alignment, I highly recommend York Automotive in Mt. Airy. The guys who own the shop are big into racing and I know a lot of people who go there for autocross alignments. They'll do the alignment with you sitting in the car for the correct weight distribution and they'll dial it in to exactly what you want.

I'm going to be there tomorrow to get my KW Variant 1's installed along with corner weighting and alignment.

tooohip 03-03-2011 11:52 AM

okay so there's a local shop that will sell me the RE-11's 98Y rated verses tite racks 102Y rated. Is there a big difference?

FuszNissan 03-03-2011 11:56 AM

Yes.


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So I was playing with this girl that's a A cup and another that was a D cup, is there a difference.

m4a1mustang 03-03-2011 11:57 AM

The load rating on the 102 is 18xx lbs per tire, the 98 is 16xx lbs per tire.

2theextreme 03-03-2011 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by tooohip (Post 967487)
okay so there's a local shop that will sell me the RE-11's 98Y rated verses tite racks 102Y rated. Is there a big difference?

102 supports up to 1,874 pounds......98 supports up to 1,653. 221 pounds more with the 102's. That's the only difference I could find.

tooohip 03-03-2011 12:31 PM

Yeah the load rating. I just took another look at the tires on the car and it says 98W

Hummm.... Sounds like 98 will be fine though if that's what I was running.

m4a1mustang 03-03-2011 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by tooohip (Post 967584)
Yeah the load rating. I just took another look at the tires on the car and it says 98W

Hummm.... Sounds like 98 will be fine though if that's what I was running.

Yep. FWIW the OEM potenzas have a 94 front 96 rear load rating I believe.

tooohip 03-03-2011 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang (Post 967594)
Yep. FWIW the OEM potenzas have a 94 front 96 rear load rating I believe.

Cool thanks! Radial Tire in Silver Spring can get them for $350/ea. (305/30/19) plus $20/tire for the mounting and balancing. Should have them on next week so I can make the cruise.

FuszNissan 03-03-2011 12:44 PM

$350.00 I would talk em down a little.......shhh!!!

tooohip 03-03-2011 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by FuszNissan (Post 967631)
$350.00 I would talk em down a little.......shhh!!!

I'll do my bestest! ;-)

b1adesofcha0s 03-03-2011 02:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tooohip (Post 967626)
Cool thanks! Radial Tire in Silver Spring can get them for $350/ea. (305/30/19) plus $20/tire for the mounting and balancing. Should have them on next week so I can make the cruise.

I remember tire rack had them for ~$300 each when I was looking at them, I guess it was a special sale or something.

tooohip 03-03-2011 03:11 PM

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Originally Posted by b1adesofcha0s (Post 967863)
I remember tire rack had them for ~$300 each when I was looking at them, I guess it was a special sale or something.

For 305's?

$370: Bridgestone Potenza RE-11

b1adesofcha0s 03-03-2011 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by tooohip (Post 967909)
For 305's?

$370: Bridgestone Potenza RE-11

Nvm that price was for 285's which are for $285.


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