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Old Sep 21, 2021 | 10:08 PM
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I'm running pirelli run flats now but need replacements. They were good tires but should I switch it up? Whats some other alternatives you would suggest?
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Old Sep 21, 2021 | 10:50 PM
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Do you prefer run flats if not get some Michelin pilot sport 4s, if you want a little better tread life then as3+ or as4...
Continental also does make good summer tires if you like the brand
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Old Sep 22, 2021 | 09:32 AM
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Same, if you're looking for non run flats, Michelin Pilot Sport AS4's is my vote.
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Old Sep 22, 2021 | 11:31 AM
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What is the size in question ?
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Old Sep 22, 2021 | 12:57 PM
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225/40r front 255/35r

I'll take run flats or not, just weighing options. Thanks I'll check out the michelins


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Old Sep 22, 2021 | 01:39 PM
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S204 C250 CDI Sport
19" ?
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Old Sep 22, 2021 | 02:11 PM
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Old Sep 22, 2021 | 03:33 PM
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Pirelli pz4 on 19”. Fantastic Tyre so far!
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Old Sep 22, 2021 | 04:47 PM
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Old Sep 22, 2021 | 09:17 PM
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I went from Conti run-flats to Conti ExtremeContact All Seasons non-rf's (19") last spring and the difference was like night & day; less jolting, more stable grip, smoother and quieter inside. I've put over 40K miles on similar Contis on my Cayenne.
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Old Sep 23, 2021 | 03:51 PM
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thats two for the conti dws06, ive known about this tire back in my lexus days, seems like the most affordable option without compromising quality
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Old Sep 23, 2021 | 05:41 PM
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thats two for the conti dws06, ive known about this tire back in my lexus days, seems like the most affordable option without compromising quality
Unfortunately no DWS06 for 225 45 R18 in XL rating. 😔
​​​​​Now i have 4 AS4s waiting to be installed.
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Old Sep 24, 2021 | 02:36 AM
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I'm running pirelli run flats now but need replacements. They were good tires but should I switch it up? Whats some other alternatives you would suggest?
I have had pirelli cinturato p7, bridgestone driveguards, and michelin contprocontacts. For my use (performance all season) ive found that the michelins are the best in both road noise and handling but the pirellis are slightly better in the wet and light snow. Personally was not a fan of the bridgestones and had one blow out on me. Have never tried any non run flat tires because of the lack of a spare.

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Old Sep 24, 2021 | 02:24 PM
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i forgot my lack of spare, looks like pirelli run flats for me
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Old Sep 24, 2021 | 07:22 PM
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Continental DWS06 Plus non-runflats, going on my car next week. Have had OEM Michelin Primacy 3's and they are like driving on bricks. I also ordered an OEM donut spare and jack kit for the trunk. Jack kit goes in lower compartment, spare kept under the horizontal floor net (Coupe).
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Old Sep 25, 2021 | 12:34 PM
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Replacing the stock Conti GX run flats with Michelin PS4S in either stock size or 225/50/17

What does the factory donut look like and does it come in a bag of some sort or is there actually a spot for it in the coupe? Obviously the PHEV doesn’t have room for it so I’d have to leave it in the trunk or just get a fix a flat plus compressor
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Old Sep 25, 2021 | 08:09 PM
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Here is a link to one of many online parts sites for the 205 spare: https://www.mbpartsource.com/oem-par...JjaCBSZXN1bHRz
You would also want a jack kit: 205-580-01-00 Vehicle Tool Kit
I think you can purchase a bag separately. My C238 will not fit the spare under the trunk tray. I have a flat net that anchors at all four corners of the trunk. I'll tuck the spare under that and put the jack kit under the tray.

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Old Sep 27, 2021 | 10:15 AM
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Old Oct 17, 2021 | 04:30 PM
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thinking about the dws06, my only concern is no spare if anything happens and my mercedes roadside assistance expired with my warranty couple months go.

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thinking about the dws06, my only concern is no spare if anything happens and my mercedes roadside assistance expired with my warranty couple months go.
Get AAA
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Old Nov 1, 2021 | 12:52 PM
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What kind of mileage are you getting out your run flats? Im surprised after a year of having the car (approx 15k miles) I need tires. They weren't new when I bought the car just slightly used.
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Old Nov 1, 2021 | 01:28 PM
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Pretty sure the Conti All Season RFTs on mine are original. 26500 miles, the rears are down to 4.5mm and the fronts are still at 6mm but the outer edges are weirdly worn.

I'm pleased with the longevity!
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Anybody have pictures with the Conti DWS06 on their car, post it
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Old Nov 1, 2021 | 05:50 PM
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Originally Posted by dwpc
I went from Conti run-flats to Conti ExtremeContact All Seasons non-rf's (19") last spring and the difference was like night & day; less jolting, more stable grip, smoother and quieter inside. I've put over 40K miles on similar Contis on my Cayenne.
did you buy a spare or no spare
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