Beware-run flats
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From: Sydney, Australia
GLC 250d
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From: Central Coast, NSW, Australia
MB GLC250
Suggest you re-read the note from Jax Tyres. They are referring to MOE tyres ( which are a type of RFT) and not MO tyres ( which are not RFT). Yes you would be right, very confusing and a common misunderstanding on this forum. If you need further convincing, just go to a major tyre retailer.
Thanks for the correction.
yep I fell down that rabbit hole...doh!
MO labelled tyres are built to MB specifications
MOE labelled tyres are MB specified tyres with Run on Flat technology.
MO1 labelled tyres are built to AMG specifications.
Simples !! ..No reason why the average punter should get confused.
So, I have assumed the following:
All GLC 220, 250 wagons are supplied with MOE tyres. Same around the world ??
Where it gets confusing is for Coupes and 43 models
Do Coupes get MO specified ??? (they are not Run Flat) ..as those vehicles were supplied with a "slime" inflation kit, at least in Aus.
The same for the rest of the world ???
What are '43 models supplied with ??
cheers
Phil.
Last edited by Citizen613; May 23, 2018 at 04:10 AM.
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From: Sydney, Australia
GLC 250d
Hi All,
Ditched the Bridgestone runflats and went with Hankook K120 255 45 R20 tyres.
So far super happy. Comfortable, quiet, but more importantly I really feel like throwing the car around some corners. Tried this with the Bridgestone originally but it understeered to the point it wasn't that enjoyable, even though I could still push it pretty hard when required. As a bonus they are not crabbing around corners (yet), even in car parks. The Bridgestones at the end of their life were shocking in his respect.
The best way to describe it now is that the tyres finally feel like they are a part of the suspension, not working against it. This is why I call out this whole MOE or MO as BS based on this and previous experiences.
Looking into the Insurance issues I have found nothing that would suggest this isn't OK. From what I can see, you are only required to have a road legal tyre for your car, so long as you satisfy load and size requirements you are OK. This is what is stated in the Mercedes Agility brochure for handing back the car at the end of the lease.
Have a few lawyers at work which I can always chat to but here we are also protected under Australia consumer law.
cheers.
Ditched the Bridgestone runflats and went with Hankook K120 255 45 R20 tyres.
So far super happy. Comfortable, quiet, but more importantly I really feel like throwing the car around some corners. Tried this with the Bridgestone originally but it understeered to the point it wasn't that enjoyable, even though I could still push it pretty hard when required. As a bonus they are not crabbing around corners (yet), even in car parks. The Bridgestones at the end of their life were shocking in his respect.
The best way to describe it now is that the tyres finally feel like they are a part of the suspension, not working against it. This is why I call out this whole MOE or MO as BS based on this and previous experiences.
Looking into the Insurance issues I have found nothing that would suggest this isn't OK. From what I can see, you are only required to have a road legal tyre for your car, so long as you satisfy load and size requirements you are OK. This is what is stated in the Mercedes Agility brochure for handing back the car at the end of the lease.
Have a few lawyers at work which I can always chat to but here we are also protected under Australia consumer law.
cheers.
Last edited by redrover22; Jun 1, 2018 at 09:08 AM.
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GLC 250D
A common experience. People switch to non-RFT because of either the harsh ride (me) or tyre wear, but the big surprise is the greatly improved driveability. There are people here who express complete satisfaction with their RFT, but I wonder what they'd say if they could borrow a set of non-RFT for a few days. When I first got mine, I finally felt that I finally had a luxury car.
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2018 GLC300 4matic SUV
A common experience. People switch to non-RFT because of either the harsh ride (me) or tyre wear, but the big surprise is the greatly improved driveability. There are people here who express complete satisfaction with their RFT, but I wonder what they'd say if they could borrow a set of non-RFT for a few days. When I first got mine, I finally felt that I finally had a luxury car.
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'17 BMW X3, '18 GLC300 4Matic
+1, I'm in the US and replaced my Pirelli Scorpion Verdes with non-RFT Goodyears the other day. The ride is much improved and the handling is still tight. No more jitters/hopping/vibration over potholes, expansion joints, manhole covers, railroad tracks and the like. Seems silly to replace such expensive tires on a car that's just 10 months old with less than 4500 miles, but I'm very glad I did.
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From: Denver, Colorado
2018 GLC300 4matic SUV
I have a 2018 with the optional 19" wheels and 235-55-19 tires. I chose Goodyear Assurance WeatherReadys. I decided on these versus a more performance-oriented tire because they're quieter, have a decent treadlife rating, and are a true all season design with a V speed rating. Like most people I picked up a bottle of sealant and a compressor for the trunk. I'll probably get a jack and spare later if I decide to keep it past the warranty.
Let's face it, replacing a nice set of Pirellis on a new car doesn't make sense. However, IMO the ride was basically ruined by the tires. A year from now I will have enjoyed a year of happy driving and the cost of doing this now will be long forgotten. It helps that I got a bit of a deal at $219 per tire with free installation.
Let's face it, replacing a nice set of Pirellis on a new car doesn't make sense. However, IMO the ride was basically ruined by the tires. A year from now I will have enjoyed a year of happy driving and the cost of doing this now will be long forgotten. It helps that I got a bit of a deal at $219 per tire with free installation.
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From: Virginia
'17 BMW X3, '18 GLC300 4Matic
+1 Thanks for the info on your new tires. I completely understand and agree with your thought process. I have 18” wheels on my ‘18 GLC so, according to some things I’ve read, my ride MAY not be quite as harsh as 19” or 20” wheels. Maybe that will allow me to tough these Pirellis out until they wear out.
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From: Trumbull, CT USA
Mercedes-Ben GLC300 4Matic
+1 Thanks for the info on your new tires. I completely understand and agree with your thought process. I have 18” wheels on my ‘18 GLC so, according to some things I’ve read, my ride MAY not be quite as harsh as 19” or 20” wheels. Maybe that will allow me to tough these Pirellis out until they wear out.
hoping i get decent mileage out of them at least
