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#1269 of 1335 Re: Ask Connor from The Tire Rack [jmills] by connortirerack Nov 03, 2005 (2:54 pm)
Replying to: jmills (Oct 31, 2005 6:19 am) If both sizes are within the vehicle manufacturers recommended fitment range then you would use the vehicle recommended air pressure that is found on the drivers side door. If for what ever reason you are using tire sizes that you think are correct then it is possible that you may need to increase (never decrease) your air pressure to meet the vehicles needed load carrying capacity. However the addition air pressure is determined by a combination of the vehicles specifications, the tires max air inflation pressure, and the tires max load carrying capability. Every situation has it's own answer, But not every situation share the same answer. connortirerack.com Tire & Wheel Specialist The Tire Rack 877-522-8473 ext 269 When placing an order online or the phone, please reference Connor at ext 269
#1271 of 1335 Help by huskers Nov 03, 2005 (6:42 pm)
Conner, Sorry to bother you with a question, but I need the opinion of someone who actually knows what they are talking about. I have a 2000 Gmc 2500 4wd x-cab it come stock with 245/75/16's. They are now worn out and need a new set. I'm looking at Dunlop radial rover r/t from tire rack. If I want to go up in size what can I get under the truck on the stock wheels to increase height? I've seen all sorts of things 255/85/16 265/75/16 ???? I'm very confused. i have a 36ft trailer I also haul and four kids that I want to be safe with my decision. I do alot of hunting and need better tires to get me to and from. Like I said I'm sorry to bother you But I'm stuck. Thank You for your time, Replies to this message: connortirerack (Nov 07, 2005 5:07 pm)
#1273 of 1335 Re: Avon Tech M550 A/S [msu79gt82] by connortirerack Nov 04, 2005 (10:04 am)
Replying to: msu79gt82 (Oct 31, 2005 8:45 am) We can only post reviews that we have. If people do not reply to our tire survey request then we will not have anything to post. Between the two you have listed i would actually say the Avon Tech M550 A/S is a little better. They are definitely quieter and will also offer a little better snow traction. connortirerack.com Tire & Wheel Specialist The Tire Rack 877-522-8473 ext 269 When placing an order online or the phone, please reference Connor at ext 269
#1274 of 1335 Re: Directional or asymmetric tires? [frootloops16] by connortirerack Nov 04, 2005 (10:56 am)
Replying to: frootloops16 (Nov 01, 2005 9:41 am) It really comes down to a give and take scenario. A directional tread design will offer better wet traction. An asymmetrical tire will give better dry traction and dry handling. Please keep in mind that the above information is speculative and the final comparative outcome is dependant on the specific tires that you are trying to compare. connortirerack.com Tire & Wheel Specialist The Tire Rack 877-522-8473 ext 269 When placing an order online or the phone, please reference Connor at ext 269 Replies to this message: frootloops16 (Nov 04, 2005 2:35 pm) connortirerack (Nov 07, 2005 5:11 pm)
#1275 of 1335 Re: Directional or asymmetric tires? [connortirerack] by frootloops16 Nov 04, 2005 (2:35 pm)
Replying to: connortirerack (Nov 04, 2005 10:56 am) Well, I was looking at BFGoodrich's Traction T/A T and Goodyear's Assurance TripleTred in a 185/70-14. Several local tire people I've talked to said not to go with a directional tire because it just won't wear as well as a asymmetric plus your not going to have as good of a ride with a directional. I find it hard to believe what they are saying... but then again they are "Professionals". Froot Loops Replies to this message: connortirerack (Nov 07, 2005 5:11 pm)
#1276 of 1335 Tires for 04 EX V6 Honda Accord Sedan by ken972 Nov 04, 2005 (2:50 pm)
HI Connor, looking for tires to replace the oem 205/60R 16's MXV4 S8's. The best seem to be the Bridgestone Turanza LS H or V. V's came on the car but Im not sure they are needed. Would the LSH and LSV provide the same type of ride? Or is there a difference apart from the speed rating? Im looking for more traction and maybe a more comfortable ride..but I do enjoy the cornering that the V's may provide. I wonder if the Bridgestone V's happen to give a more comfy ride then the michelin V's? Thanks for your time, Im a long time Tire Rack guy. Ken Replies to this message: ken972 (Nov 04, 2005 5:05 pm) connortirerack (Nov 07, 2005 5:23 pm) marianp (Nov 28, 2005 9:09 am)
#1277 of 1335 Re: Tires for 04 EX V6 Honda Accord Sedan [ken972] by ken972 Nov 04, 2005 (5:05 pm)
Replying to: ken972 (Nov 04, 2005 2:50 pm) Also..would it be ok to put 225/55R/16's on the car to improve overall performance?
#1278 of 1335 Tires for 01 LX Honda Accord Sedan & 00 CE Toyota Corolla by arvinm Nov 06, 2005 (1:44 pm)
Hi Connor, we currently have 49-50K miles on both of these cars. Please make your best recommendations for replacement tires in each case (I have seen Bridgestone Potenza RE950, Yokohama AVID H4S and BFGoodrich Traction T/A H as the best sellers for Accord on your site). We may also considering trading in these cars over the next 2-3 years. Replies to this message: connortirerack (Nov 07, 2005 5:28 pm)