For a performance tire, the KDW is an excellent choice if you don't have snow, then go with KDWS. There are many tests showing the KD was one of the
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For a performance tire, the KDW is an excellent choice if you don't have snow, then go with KDWS. There are many tests showing the KD was one of the best dry handling street tires. Internally it was called Killer Dry, but in the field Key Dry. Can't go wrong with the Michelin, but you pay a little more, and honestly the BFG is better - they were designed by the same guys.
Being an ex-tire designer, I only use Michelin, BFG, Bridgestone, or Yokohama for anything street performance related. |
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I always had my eye on Falken Azenis RT-615. But am really curious now after reading some of your comments. I will want a very sporty and agresive street tire that is kind of light. Tread wear is not too much of a concern for me as I rarely drive it. Suggestions for a big time tire rookie? Last edited by Endgame; 01-25-2009 at 09:16 PM. |
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3 tires that are great max performance tires: RE050A PP's, PS2's, & F1 GSD3's. These, ofcourse, are very pricey for 19's though.
The stock Potenzas RE050A's are great but they are also a little loud. I got 26k miles out of mine, which includes a handful of canyon runs, almost 100 drag runs, and daily spirited driving There are many great max performance [& extreme performance] tires out there but not all of them have the right available sizes |
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^^^ They are. I had a set on my 97 Formula Firebird. I figure if you can hear your tires over an LT1, you're tires are loud.
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I'm about at the point I need to replace the tires on my '10 370. Stock 19" Rays. I've had nothing but great experiences with Nitto 555's (solid handling and great treadwear, and a great value for the money), but it appears Nitto doesn't make 555's in both front and rear sizes. Anyone have other opinions for tires of similar quality, treadlife, and bang for buck?
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Does anybody know anything about the Hankooks. I don't track my car, I may do a few mtn. drives but that's all. I want a good tire that won't cost a bundle. Gotta wife back in school getting her masters and can't spend to much was thinking around 1000. Thanks in advance.
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I've been very happy with my Hankook Ventus V12 Evos. Overall good compromise between price, performance and tread wear.
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