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Dear all. I just bought this car from a friend this week. The manuafacturer oringial tire size on this card is 215/60/16 with a V speed rating. I would like to replace all 4 tires (it is time to replace tires anyway) with 225/60/16 with an H speed rating. Costco Tire center staff would do it even if they do not recommend,saying it will feel very different with the slightly bigger/wider tires. Anyone of you have tried this before and have any comments? I love to hear from you before I do anything. Thank you all in advance! a new member.
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I have my 2006 RL going on 2 yrs. I am ready to upgrade the stock tires. I want all weather tires (Boston weather) that are less noisy than the originals. I don't care a lot about tread use, I want a good performing tire that's quiet. Any suggestions?
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Replying to: avatar1 (Sep 28, 2007 7:09 pm) My question: does anyone have high mileage on 2005 or newer RL, and any mechanical/electrical problems, esp. once out of warranty? I am seriously considering an 05 or 06 MB E320 but felt disappointed after reading threads about expensive repairs at 70+k miles. |
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Replying to: nebraskaguy (Jun 27, 2007 11:58 am) |
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can anyone confirm that taller and wider tires would let you to get a smoother/quieter ride? Thanks.
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Replying to: mycar8 (Oct 02, 2007 4:32 pm) Sports cars have low profile tires (small/narrow sidewall) to improve handling. Wider tire may worsen ride. I've found that tire QUALITY is what affects road noise. The tire dealers seem to know the best answer on that. I have found Michelin and Goodyear have been quiet on vehicles I've owned, whereas Pirellis, Bridgestone and Dunlops on those vehicles were loud. Hope that gives you enough info. I've found tirerack.com useful for additional research, then I went to my local/regional tire dealer, got their advice, selected a brand of tires based on a selection from their advice, and bought from them (which only cost a little more but worth the advice they gave me). Happy ever since.
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Replying to: carcrazy37 (Oct 02, 2007 5:53 pm)  JJAcura |
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Replying to: mycar8 (Sep 21, 2007 3:20 pm) I just bought a new set of Yohohama Avid VAS 4's and they are much smoother and quieter than the continentals that were on the car. Not real expensive either at around $100 bucks a tire. I am very impressed with them.
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| There used to be a separate RL message board for Bluetooth compatibility posts. I just wanted to advise everyone that I recently purchased a Sprint Treo 755p and it actually works with the RL Hands Free Link much better than the Treo 650, which is listed as a compatible device. The 755p is still listed as being tested for compatibility, but it works great and there is no screech when you first dial a call, as there is most often with the Treo 650. Also, the battery meter shows with the 755p, unlike the 650. Still enjoying my 2005 with 30,000 miles! Steve | |
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Replying to: houdini1 (Oct 11, 2007 7:15 pm) Have had them inspected and rotated twice at the tire dealer as well as inspected for proper wear at the Acura dealer at oil changes. Better than expected wear and tear. I paid $400.00 plus tax last year. They replaced 4 Continental extreme contact that lasted only 23,000 miles and were cupping and totally out of round. Obviously the worst tire performance I ever experienced in numerous vehicles over the past 45 + years of car ownership.
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