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#21 of 1335 tires for van by jc1973 May 08, 2004 (6:45 pm)
hello i have a 90 ford hightop camper van that will need new tires im looking for something decent not to expensive though i only drive this van 5000 miles a year tire size is 2357515 but currently has 2457015 on it is the oe size good or should i upgrade any info much appriacieted Replies to this message: connortirerack (May 11, 2004 9:30 am)
#22 of 1335 LS430 by edspider1 May 09, 2004 (4:05 pm)
The LS forum seems to like the Tuaranza. My number one requirements in order of importance are all season, lowest noise, softest ride. What would your recommendation be? Replies to this message: connortirerack (May 11, 2004 9:38 am)
#23 of 1335 What tires? by mudflat May 09, 2004 (4:47 pm)
I have a Mazda Protege5. The stock tires are Dunlop P5000M. I'd like to replace them with ones a little quieter and smoother riding but I don't want to compromise handling any more than I have to. We don't have snow here, but it rains a lot both summer and winter. What do you recommend to best meet the above criteria, and what comes closest to matching the Dunlops? Replies to this message: connortirerack (May 11, 2004 10:19 am) wulf007 (Jan 30, 2005 10:44 am) connortirerack (Feb 04, 2005 8:27 am)
#24 of 1335 2003 Mazda MPV LX by bigdadi118 May 09, 2004 (5:40 pm)
OEM Dunlop tires on 16" alloy do make noise and kind of bumpy ride. Below is a post from the MPV forum. Is this the case as described and what kind of tire is recommeded in case of replacement? #7387 of 7387 tomj5 by bottgers May 09, 2004 (6:00 pm) Either you drive on some really smooth roads, or you're just used to a choppy riding vehicle because I certainly wouldn't describe the ride of our PeeVee as "fine." I would describe it more like bone jarring. The reason I believe it's the tires causing the choppy ride is because the suspension seems to handle the larger bumps, but it's the smaller ones, ones that don't get the suspension too involved that it seems to have trouble with. Bumps like the little seams between the pavement slabs. These types of bumps normally get soaked up by the tires......that is tires with sidewalls that aren't too stiff. I've noticed this type of a ride in any vehicle I've ever been in that's had "H" or higher speed rated tires. I'd be willing to bet a pay check that replacing the OEM "H" rated tires with a good set of all season touring tires would make a night and day difference in smoothing out the ride. Of course, you're going to give up a bit of the handling, but I don't spend much time canyon carving with ours. I'd rather have the smooth ride. Replies to this message: connortirerack (May 11, 2004 10:48 am)
#25 of 1335 Uniroyal Tiger Paws by corvette May 09, 2004 (8:20 pm)
Is the tread wear rating of 500 conservative, or does the light weight of the truck cause them to wear slowly? I seem to read a lot of S-10/Sonoma owners hitting the 100,000 mile mark out of these tires if they aren't destroyed by road hazards. Replies to this message: connortirerack (May 11, 2004 12:28 pm)
#26 of 1335 tires for 2002 mazda millinia by jet May 09, 2004 (11:38 pm)
stock size is 215/55/16, will 225/55/16 fit? I like a smoth quiet ride but with good steering response for street driving. have been somewhat dissapointed with the stock mxv's with poor traction in wet I use 38 lbs. front 32 lbs rear with improved handling and even wear. I have been considering kuhmo ecsta kh11's or pirelli P-7's if the larger size fits I would consider yokohama avs db s2 also concidering the sumitomo srixon4 or bfg traction ta's any suggestions for a civilized tire? Replies to this message: connortirerack (May 11, 2004 12:50 pm)
#27 of 1335 Re: Badgerfan - Msg # 13 [capriracer #19] by badgerfan May 10, 2004 (5:27 am)
Replying to: capriracer (May 08, 2004 2:26 am) Thanks for your input. I will keep an eye on the sidewall cracks. I will probably drive them another 8-10K miles and then change them out. I don't particularly want to go with Continentals again anyway, and would be forced to if I got any warranty coverage. The Conti's are not the greatest for wet traction, so I will likely go with something else for replacements in a year.
#28 of 1335 Conner by billyperks May 10, 2004 (12:52 pm)
You are absoulutely correct-it is 2003 tls. I am hearing good reviews about the Falken ZE -512 ZIEX, what is your take on that tire?
#29 of 1335 Reply to post #20 by connortirerack May 10, 2004 (1:44 pm)
Replying to: topspin628 (May 08, 2004 11:58 am) I would need to know which year of LS430 and SC430 you are referring to? If you could let me know i would be more than happy to look at the possiblities for your cars. most people think that all cars with the same name plate are always the same, but i like to check to be sure before i just guess at a year. connortirerack.com Tire & Wheel Specialist The Tire Rack 877-522-8473 ext 269
#30 of 1335 when asking for specific information by connortirerack May 10, 2004 (2:20 pm)
If you are asking for specific infor mation about your vehicle please include the exact year, make, model, and package. The exact model can make a pretty big difference considering they could all have different suspension clearance, different brake component clearance, and different fitment specifications. For some some vehicles i can make educated assumptions about what year it was or the originall equipment that came on a car. but most vehicle made in todays market have several original equipment tire sizes and models as well as different suspension packages that can change the clearance on the tires. I would simply rather be able to guarantee the infomation i am giving you rather than guess at the exact model of vehicle. Also, i am not in the office on saturday or sunday. if you direct a post towards me you may not see a reply until late monday or tuesday but i will get back to you. If you require a more immediate response please email me directly at connortirerack.com or give me a call at 800-428-8355 X269. connortirerack.com Tire & Wheel Specialist The Tire Rack 877-522-8473 ext 269 Replies to this message: volvguy (Sep 19, 2004 10:28 am)