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Replacing Stocks with Hankook's... now or later?

Originally Posted by Tresfr I realize the Bridgestones are not the best bang for the buck tire. However, I do not see the Hankooks as an upgrade. They are a

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Old 05-11-2010, 12:47 PM   #1 (permalink)
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I realize the Bridgestones are not the best bang for the buck tire. However, I do not see the Hankooks as an upgrade. They are a better value but I would be surprised if there was not a slight drop in performance. The Hankooks will ride a little smoother and be quiter but they are are performance downgrade.
And why do you say that?
Minus the high heat track situations, the V12 have shown to be on par or better in many fields.
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And why do you say that?
Minus the high heat track situations, the V12 have shown to be on par or better in many fields.
That was also my understanding. I figured at least the reduced tire noise and (slightly?) smoother ride would be enough of a reason.
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