SL/R129: '97 SL600 Tire Help.
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'97 SL600 Tire Help.
Hi Guys,
It's that time again - I need to buy a new set of tires.
I have two sets of wheels for my car and am not sure which set to stick with and mount a new set of tires.
The first set is the stock 16" and the second set is the AMG 5 Spoke 18".
I like the 18"s, but a decent set of tires is a small fortune.
I don't mind paying for a set of good tires but this cars goes thru them like you wouldn't believe!
I went thru a set of new Bridgestone S-03 Pole Position 245/40/18 Front and 275/35/18 rear in less that 3000 miles!
I don't drive it heard, never take of traction control, etc. and it still eats tires .
What tires do you reccomend for longevity, ride comfort, handling, etc.?
Thanks in advance,
Vincent
It's that time again - I need to buy a new set of tires.
I have two sets of wheels for my car and am not sure which set to stick with and mount a new set of tires.
The first set is the stock 16" and the second set is the AMG 5 Spoke 18".
I like the 18"s, but a decent set of tires is a small fortune.
I don't mind paying for a set of good tires but this cars goes thru them like you wouldn't believe!
I went thru a set of new Bridgestone S-03 Pole Position 245/40/18 Front and 275/35/18 rear in less that 3000 miles!
I don't drive it heard, never take of traction control, etc. and it still eats tires .
What tires do you reccomend for longevity, ride comfort, handling, etc.?
Thanks in advance,
Vincent
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Before you waste more money on new tires check the camber/caster not only the tow.
600 are heavy on the front and the lower bushings tend to 'give' with time,if the adjusters are 'maxed',you'll need new lower control arms.
Last edited by TheV12pwr; Dec 21, 2006 at 11:51 PM.
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Something must be wrong with your alignment...
Before you waste more money on new tires check the camber/caster not only the tow.
600 are heavy on the front and the lower bushings tend to 'give' with time,if the adjusters are 'maxed',you'll need new lower control arms.
Before you waste more money on new tires check the camber/caster not only the tow.
600 are heavy on the front and the lower bushings tend to 'give' with time,if the adjusters are 'maxed',you'll need new lower control arms.
