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spryor 06-06-2013 03:31 AM

Run-flat tires
 
Hi Everyone,

I am in the process of replacing all four tires on my 2010 Nissan 370Z Roadster Touring.

I would like to replace my current OEM set with run-flat tires. What brand name and model do you all recommend?

Any assistance will be greatly appreciated.

Thank you,

spryor

Chan Chee Hoe 06-06-2013 06:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spryor (Post 2350266)
Hi Everyone,

I am in the process of replacing all four tires on my 2010 Nissan 370Z Roadster Touring.

I would like to replace my current OEM set with run-flat tires. What brand name and model do you all recommend?

Any assistance will be greatly appreciated.

Thank you,

spryor

No,don't put "Run-flat" tyres,it is very heavy,can cause the car runs slower,drinks more fuel,also the ride will be even harsher due to stiff sidewall,also more expensive,that's why many BMW owners change to normal 'tubeless' tires..when their 'Run-flat' are due to change.

God-Speed 06-06-2013 08:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Chan Chee Hoe (Post 2350378)
No,don't put "Run-flat" tyres,it is very heavy,can cause the car runs slower,drinks more fuel,also the ride will be even harsher due to stiff sidewall,also more expensive,that's why many BMW owners change to normal 'tubeless' tires..when their 'Run-flat' are due to change.

This is all true. Most Corvette owner go with different tires when the time comes up for new ones. Not all places that change tires and wheels can or will work on them. This is coming from experience from the several Corvettes that I have owned in the Past.

scottIN 06-06-2013 08:54 AM

Yeah, dude, don't do run flats. My wife has them on her Mini Countryman (with a lot more sidewall) and the ride is harsher than the Z. They beat the crap out of you. I can't wait until she wears the damn things out and gets regular tires. I can't imagine them on the Z - you might as well just mount some rocks on there.

*Besides, I'm pretty sure you have to have wheels that are designed for run-flats. You can put regular tires on run flat wheels, but not the other way around.

diddy535 06-06-2013 08:58 AM

Just pick up a $5 plug kit from a local auto parts store. That's the only real benefit and you'd still plug run flats anyway.

fonzo179 06-06-2013 09:09 AM

Run-flats, eh? Couple of warrants out there maybe? US Marshalls on your heels?
Run-flats aren't the answer.
Jet Pack.
That is the answer.

2011 Nismo#91 06-06-2013 11:00 AM

If the issue is you don't have a spare to switch to if you get a flat, you be best off getting a battery powered inflator and a repair kit to get you home.

Run flats will cost you a lot more and be uncomfortable the whole time you have them.

kenchan 06-06-2013 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by 2011 Nismo#91 (Post 2350734)
If the issue is you don't have a spare to switch to if you get a flat, you be best off getting a battery powered inflator and a blow up doll to get you home.

wat?? :icon08:

spryor 06-06-2013 01:44 PM

Thank you for your advise
 
All,

I really appreciate your advise on whether or not to purchase run-flat tires. I will certainly stay away from them and purchase regular OEM Bridgestones, if still available for our vehicles.

Again, thank you all.

spryor

Tazicon 06-06-2013 02:18 PM

They are but there are better tires for cheaper......

YamahaR6 06-06-2013 02:39 PM

May I ask, "Why stick with OEM tires?".

kenchan 06-06-2013 02:54 PM

i think it was a joke....

kenchan 06-06-2013 02:56 PM

afterall he drives a nissan versa... :ugh2:

JARblue 06-06-2013 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by spryor (Post 2351111)
All,

I really appreciate your advise on whether or not to purchase run-flat tires. I will certainly stay away from them and purchase regular OEM Bridgestones, if still available for our vehicles.

Again, thank you all.

spryor

the bridgestone s-04 are dirt cheap on tire rack right now :tiphat:

kenchan 06-06-2013 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue (Post 2351204)
the bridgestone s-04 are dirt cheap on tire rack right now :tiphat:

that would be my choice definitely. :tup:


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