Ok, now I get a headache every time i drive
06-30-2003, 10:41 AM
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Ok, now I get a headache every time i drive
I need the quietest softest riding tire in size 215/45 R17. I want something that stays quiet even after 10k miles, I am fed up with my bridgestone RE040 tires. They ride stiff now, are so loud, and start to squeal on corners. With over 50% tread left I am ready to throw them away. Would like to still have good handling but quiet and soft ride are priority!
07-01-2003, 11:09 AM
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Originally posted by Harris
Ummm....seems like I still cannot convince you to get T1-S?
Ummm....seems like I still cannot convince you to get T1-S?
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07-01-2003, 12:45 PM
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Originally posted by KWiK
If you didn't need such a narrow tire, I would say get the Yokohama AVS dB. It is a very quiet tire.
If you didn't need such a narrow tire, I would say get the Yokohama AVS dB. It is a very quiet tire.
07-01-2003, 02:51 PM
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depends on the weather
you are doing yourself a dis-service if you fail to check out the Firehawk SZ50 EP from Firestone ... it would be my 1st recommendation
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07-01-2003, 03:29 PM
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Originally posted by Luke@tirerack
you are doing yourself a dis-service if you fail to check out the Firehawk SZ50 EP from Firestone ... it would be my 1st recommendation
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you are doing yourself a dis-service if you fail to check out the Firehawk SZ50 EP from Firestone ... it would be my 1st recommendation
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07-02-2003, 01:37 PM
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tirerack doesn't sell it and I have no idea where i can buy it. Don't think it is available in 215/45 R17 either. James, I always hear bad things about the conti sports.
tirerack doesn't sell it and I have no idea where i can buy it. Don't think it is available in 215/45 R17 either. James, I always hear bad things about the conti sports.
07-02-2003, 09:10 PM
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Originally posted by Harris
T1-S does have both 215/45/17 and 225/45/17, check in here: http://www.toyo.com/tires/tire_specsheet.cfm?id=2 I can get them for you if you want.
T1-S does have both 215/45/17 and 225/45/17, check in here: http://www.toyo.com/tires/tire_specsheet.cfm?id=2 I can get them for you if you want.
07-03-2003, 09:07 AM
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Originally posted by AlBoston
tirerack doesn't sell it and I have no idea where i can buy it. Don't think it is available in 215/45 R17 either.
tirerack doesn't sell it and I have no idea where i can buy it. Don't think it is available in 215/45 R17 either.
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07-03-2003, 02:35 PM
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Originally posted by AlBoston
sure! quote me some prices. do u think i should get the 225 over the 215? Wider tread and taller sidewall (better grip and better ride? or is this completely wrong)
sure! quote me some prices. do u think i should get the 225 over the 215? Wider tread and taller sidewall (better grip and better ride? or is this completely wrong)
07-03-2003, 03:13 PM
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Originally posted by Harris
If you are not going to change anything to your car, i.e. suspension, wheels, you may just stick with 215. A bit cheaper too. I need your e-mail address or would you mind send me an e-mail?
If you are not going to change anything to your car, i.e. suspension, wheels, you may just stick with 215. A bit cheaper too. I need your e-mail address or would you mind send me an e-mail?
07-06-2003, 11:59 AM
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Both the Firehawk SZ50 EP and the Yokohama AVS dB are very quite tires, and very soft riding. Had both on my Lincoln Mark VIII. Both were much more quiet than any other tire I have used, and I went through 4 different tire brands on that car.
I much prefered the Firehawk SZ50 EP because it is a much more responsive tire (sporty) than the Yokohama AVS dB. Both remained quite through entire tire life, 18-20,000 with the Firestones. Only at 15,000 with the Yokohama and there is 35% tread left. Still quiet.
I have learned to accept Luke's recommendations, he has never steered me wrong.
You will love the Firehawk SZ50 EP, get the 225's.
I much prefered the Firehawk SZ50 EP because it is a much more responsive tire (sporty) than the Yokohama AVS dB. Both remained quite through entire tire life, 18-20,000 with the Firestones. Only at 15,000 with the Yokohama and there is 35% tread left. Still quiet.
I have learned to accept Luke's recommendations, he has never steered me wrong.
You will love the Firehawk SZ50 EP, get the 225's.
