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#2 of 216 TIRE RECOMMENDATION ? 2003 Solara SLEv6 by solaraman2003 Jan 22, 2005 (6:26 am)
I have a 2003 SOLARA SLEv6 with 44k miles.   It has the original tires, which are 205/60/R16.   ANY RECOMMENDATIONS on tires?   Cost is NOT a factor. SAFETY and HANDLING are my primary issues. Of course, I'm not looking to spend $200/tire, but I don't want to spend $50/tire either.   I've started looking at the MICHELIN MXV4s, but I'm also confused by how MANY they have.   I realize there is the "H" rating and the "V" rating, etc, but I have a feeling that the "H" rating should be sufficient. Right ?   I DO put on mainly HIGHWAY miles, and I tend to drive FAST (i.e. 60-75 if possible).   I live in the New Joisy and so we have a mixture of weather throughout the year.   Any input would be appreciated. Replies to this message: clocker (Jan 23, 2005 3:25 pm) brownkc (Jan 30, 2005 5:51 pm) handiangi (Aug 27, 2006 10:49 am)
#3 of 216 Re: TIRE RECOMMENDATION ? 2003 Solara SLEv6 [solaraman2003] by clocker Jan 23, 2005 (3:25 pm)
Replying to: solaraman2003 (Jan 22, 2005 6:26 am) About a month ago I purchased Goodyear Tripletred's for my 2003 Camry LE. They're the highest rated passenger all season tires at tirerack.com. They're fairly quiet, and handle well. My '97 and '03 Camry's both seemed to plow when turning. These tires helped reduce the plowing. Reviewers comment it's due to the Tripletred's relatively stiff sidewalls. I almost went for Goodyear's Comfortred tire, but I read where the Tripletred was designed with sport coupes in mind whereas the Comfortred was designed with larger luxury cars in mind. The Comfortred got some negative reviews regarding reduced gas mileage probably due to the extra cushion layer of rubber which gives that tire a very pillowy ride. Some folks also didnt'like the lack of road feel they gave. The Tripletreds are an 80,000 mile tire with a high treadware rating.
#4 of 216 Re: TIRE RECOMMENDATION ? 2003 Solara SLEv6 [solaraman2003] by brownkc Jan 30, 2005 (5:51 pm)
Replying to: solaraman2003 (Jan 22, 2005 6:26 am) Take a look at Tirerack.com. I recently bought a Camry and thought the tires were a little noisy. One of the websites I frequent mentioned tirerack as a great source of information. Think of an Edmunds built strictly around tires...that also sells tires. Not to worry though. It's free and I don't think I even had to register to check the recommended tires for my vehicle.   You can choose the decision guide, and it will give suggestions based on your answers. It also has a forum so you can review other users comments about the tires and maybe add your own.
#5 of 216 Looking for 2001 Camry 15 inch Alloy wheel by camry01 Jun 05, 2005 (9:36 am)
We are looking to replace a wheel for a 2001 Camry. The wheel is a 15 inch wheel and the symbol on the center cap does not look like any Toyota center cap I have ever seen. The wheel has five spokes with what looks like a figure eight or infinity symbol on the center cap. In addition, the rim has a MC insignia in script. Does anybody recognize these wheels? Can you point us in the right direction for a manufacturer or reseller?
#6 of 216 Walmart tires by joescar Jun 22, 2005 (12:19 pm)
I had Walmart Douglas tires on my Mercury Villager and they performed very well. I'm almost due for tires for my 2004 Camry and am interested in hearing from anyone who has used these tires on their Camrys. Are they quiet? How about balance/vibration problems? Did they last as long as advertised? Replies to this message: clocker (Jun 23, 2005 5:47 am)
#7 of 216 Re: Walmart tires [joescar] by clocker Jun 23, 2005 (5:47 am)
Replying to: joescar (Jun 22, 2005 12:19 pm) Around Thanksgiving I purchased 4 Douglas Touring tires at Wal-Mart for my 2003 Camry LE. They were noisier than the original tires, and I noticed a slight vibration in one of the front tires. I had them take them back, and I purchased Goodyear Assurance TripleTreds based upon the ratings on TireRack.com. I really like Tripletreds since they're rather quiet and they handle well. Furthermore, they reduced "plowing" effect in the steering when cornering which is something that's had always bugged me with my '97 and my '03 Camrys.
#8 of 216 17" wheels on 2003 Camry by cam2003 Mar 31, 2004 (12:48 pm)
I just replaced my old wheels (15") to 17" wheels. Make a lot improvements in handling, braking, cornering compared to stock wheels. I would recommend to replace stock tires to better tires. I got 17" alloy rims from IS300 and they fit perfectly on Camry with tire size of 215/50R/17. The diameter of new wheel has 0.1% difference compared to old tire, so I can still use spare tire.
#9 of 216 tires by slov98 Mar 31, 2004 (5:14 pm)
I was thinking of the same upgrade on my 2003, the is300 rims are nice. Are you going to drop the car now? (because of the wheel gap) I think I will just upgrade to 16 inches, I think 17s are bit too much for me for regular driving.
#10 of 216 Wheels and tires by manamal Sep 26, 2004 (4:53 am)
I have an 02 LE with stock (steel wheels) and OEM 15" tires. I am thinking of going to 16 or 17" rims and grippier tires to improve handling. I will keep the old rims, and put winter tires on them. My question is: how much of an improvement in handling will I get between the 15" and the 16" or 17" wheels? And is the 17" worth the cost difference (about $50/tire)?   By the way, 16" wouldbe fitted with r16's 205/16R16 Yohohama Avids, and the 17" would be fitted with 225/50R17's with tires to be determined.   I figure the tires are cheaper than a new car. I do not car about straint line performance, but would like to get some more feel in the corners. I am leaning to the 17" with either Continental ContiTouringContact CV95 or Bridgestone Turanza LS-V tires. (all from tirerack).   Any thoughts/suggestions? Replies to this message: cam2003 (Sep 28, 2004 5:31 am)

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