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#238 of 300 Re: 2007 G35 sport Kumho [doug113x] by raizelgs Aug 06, 2008 (6:02 am)
Replying to: doug113x (Aug 05, 2008 11:20 am) I have had a set of Kumho Ecsta's on my 2005 Coupe with Sport tuned suspension and 19" wheels. The tires are much quieter then the OEM Bridgestones and handling is apparently no different.   I do not push the car hard, just a 50 mile commute each day. I have had the tires since April and have had no issues. They were significantly cheaper than Bridgestones or Goodyears. Replies to this message: doug113x (Aug 06, 2008 1:34 pm) tszhfung (Aug 06, 2008 10:15 pm) pandagirll1 (Aug 08, 2008 2:57 pm)
#239 of 300 Re: 2007 G35 sport Kumho [raizelgs] by doug113x Aug 06, 2008 (1:34 pm)
Replying to: raizelgs (Aug 06, 2008 6:02 am) Thanks to both the replies on the kumos. It's good to know that the tire noise is less than the OEM and that the performance difference is minor. Truth be told the only time I really get to do any fun driving is on the on and off ramps. Looking forward to the feed back after the 70 mile trip.   Thanks again, Doug Replies to this message: tszhfung (Aug 06, 2008 10:15 pm) pandagirll1 (Aug 08, 2008 2:57 pm)
#240 of 300 Re: 2007 G35 sport Kumho [doug113x] by tszhfung Aug 06, 2008 (10:15 pm)
Replying to: doug113x (Aug 06, 2008 1:34 pm) Two days of driving and 150 miles afterwards with the Kumho, the tires are MUCH quieter than the OEM, even when the OEMs were new. Ride is much improved and handling difference is there but minor by my definition. The turn-in is not as sharp and precise as the OEM and you loose a little bit of the steering feel while turning. On the other hand, you do not feel every little rock and pebble through the steering wheel either. It reminds me why bought this car in the first place, I wanted a luxury sedan, and it rides like one now.   If you want a sports sedan, I suspect the Goodyear F1 may be more sporty than the Kumho. But for me, the Kumho being $150 cheaper for the whole set and treadwear being better (rating of 600 vs 420), I am thrilled with my purchase of Kumho so far.   Let see how they perform after a couple thousand miles. Replies to this message: pandagirll1 (Aug 08, 2008 2:57 pm)
#241 of 300 Re: 2007 G35 sport Kumho [tszhfung] by pandagirll1 Aug 08, 2008 (2:57 pm)
Replying to: tszhfung (Aug 06, 2008 10:15 pm) You should check out this site, it might help you guys with your car problems. [= Heres the link: http://www.2carpros.com/forum/infiniti-g35-repair-question-vf498.html   Good luck!
#242 of 300 Re: 2007 G35 sport Kumho [doug113x] by blackmax1 Oct 30, 2008 (7:30 am)
Replying to: doug113x (Jul 30, 2008 8:49 am) After much deliberation, I'll be replacing the stock RE050As on my 07 G35S today with GY Eagle F1 A/S. The car is leased and I expect to give it up in 2 years for something new, so I didn't want to buy a dedicated winter tire/wheel package and then not be able to use them 2 years from now, if my next car didn't fit them or if tire technology changed and better tires came along. My major concern with the GY Eagles is noise and balancing--Tire Rack customer reviews paint a pretty ugly picture of how loud the tires can get, though at 17K miles, I am finding the RE050As to be far from quiet (much louder than they were when the car was new). After a minor rain storm in 39 degree weather this week, I came to understand how dangerous these summer tires would be in anything worse. Will let you know how the F1s perform, though from what I've read, they uniformly start out good, then get noisy even though performance remains. Kumho reviews are quite good--but going from a max performance summer tire to a grand tourer seems like giving up a lot in the performance department, which I don't want to do....
#243 of 300 all-season tires by gamboozled Nov 05, 2008 (4:27 pm)
I need to replace my 215/55/17 tires (on an '03 G35 sedan). Based on reviews, my top choices are (all all-seasons in tirerack.com order): 1) Bridgestone Potenza RE960AS Pole Position 2) Yokohama ADVAN S.4. 3) BFGoodrich g-Force Super Sport A/S 4) Michelin Pilot Sport A/S Plus These all come in 225/50/17 which seems to be a good replacement size. #s 1, 2, + 4 are $168-176. #3 is $129. (all fine) For warranties: #1's is 40K, #4's is 45K. All are rated highly by owners and in field tests. I would greatly appreciate any help in deciding between these tires. (#3 is cheaper, but I don't mind paying more if the others are worth it.) Thank you. Joe Replies to this message: pscheid (Nov 07, 2008 7:21 am) font9a (Nov 13, 2008 10:42 pm) pscheid (Nov 14, 2008 4:47 am) font9a (Nov 13, 2008 10:34 pm)
#244 of 300 New tires for 05 G35X by denise48 Nov 06, 2008 (8:36 am)
Help! I am just starting to shop around and not sure what is good for this car. Because its getting close to the holidays I really don't want to spend a lot of money. I have been quoted anywhere from $99/ tire which is Kelley brand (not sure how good they are), to 198. I believe is Bridgestone. I have Bridgestones on it right now. The size is P21555R17. Any input would be appreciated. Thanks, Denise
#246 of 300 Tire Dealer Damged My Rims!!!!! by pscheid Nov 06, 2008 (9:37 am)
The good news was that I got a great price on a tire package from the largest regional tire distributor in the NE. The bad news is they damaged 3 rims on my 04 Coupe with the performance 18' wheel/tire option.   After discussing this with the tire dealership manager, he committed to fixing the issue (scrapes and gouges, no bends or breaks), but with the wheel guy he uses in these instances whom I don't know from Adam. So I decided to get an arms length opinion and dropped by the Infinity Collision shop. The head guy looked at the rims and ironically an insurance adjuster from my auto carrier was there as well. Replacements: $880 each. Refurbished: $350 each. Was told the issue isn't so much the repair, but getting a quality repair that will last AND the rim colors and finish to match the remaining original on the car, tough to do and a commonly known dilemma. After the tire dealer gets a peek at the quote I got.......   I now anticipate a war that will drag on if I rightly insist on the Infinity approach versus the tire dealer's rim guy.   Has anyone had an issue with either the wheel refinish going South after a repair or a color/finish match? I drive cars cradle to grave, so I need another half dozen years out of the car. And I drive year round in the NE US, complete with road salts.   I need to make a decision soon. Any advice or opinions would be greatly appreciated. Replies to this message: raizelgs (Nov 06, 2008 1:06 pm) pscheid (Nov 07, 2008 4:34 am) raizelgs (Nov 07, 2008 6:48 am)
#247 of 300 Re: Tire Dealer Damged My Rims!!!!! [pscheid] by raizelgs Nov 06, 2008 (1:06 pm)
Replying to: pscheid (Nov 06, 2008 9:37 am) I had one instance where I damaged a rim (19") on my 05 coupe. I hit the curb near a drive-up bank. My dealer gave me a card for a guy that he uses, and he came to my work. He charged me $50 for the repair (grinding the edge smooth and repainting), and it has been fine   If you get someone who knows what he is doing, a repair should be OK. On the other hand, since you didn't do the damage, why settle? In my case I had no one to blame but me. Good luck. Replies to this message: pscheid (Nov 07, 2008 4:34 am) raizelgs (Nov 07, 2008 6:48 am)

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