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#29 of 86 Re: 2006 prius pkg#8 all season tires? [seeko] by elissacl Jan 23, 2008 (2:24 pm)
Replying to: seeko (Nov 05, 2006 7:32 am) I do not see replies to this post (on either Forum) and have the same question: what replacement tires are recommended for Classic Prius? I'm trying to balance traction (which the originals lack in rain and snow) with the gas mileage that I want to attain. I realize there will be a trade-off but would like to minimize it, obviously. Any recommendations are appreciated. Replies to this message: pathstar1 (Jan 24, 2008 8:28 am)
#30 of 86 Replacing a Single Tire on a Prius by pinko Jan 24, 2008 (8:17 am)
One of my rear tires blew out yesterday. Nothing lit up on the dash, since it was pouring rain, I hardly noticed anything, but the tire is toast.   Any suggestions re: replacing just one tire? The current tires are the originals that came with the car, which has 26,000 miles. I think they are Goodyear Integrity. Can I just get another one?   This is my first car, and my first tire issue, so any advice would be helpful. Replies to this message: pathstar1 (Jan 24, 2008 8:40 am) pinko (Jan 24, 2008 9:33 am) pathstar1 (Jan 24, 2008 12:52 pm) 210delray (Jan 25, 2008 8:35 am) and 1 more... waterdr (Feb 03, 2008 7:12 am)
#31 of 86 Re: 2006 prius pkg#8 all season tires? [elissacl] by pathstar1 Jan 24, 2008 (8:28 am)
Replying to: elissacl (Jan 23, 2008 2:24 pm) I put Nokian WR tires on my 2007 Prius and had -NO- loss of fuel economy, but a great increase in traction. They are "true" all season tires. They have the snowflake symbol on the sidewall, meaning you don't usually have to put on chains when it's required on interstate highways. They wear well in the summer, work well in rain, in snow, and on ice. The current version is the WR G2.
#32 of 86 Re: Replacing a Single Tire on a Prius [pinko] by pathstar1 Jan 24, 2008 (8:40 am)
Replying to: pinko (Jan 24, 2008 8:17 am) You have three options. I'll list worst first, best last.   You can get one stock tire to replace the destroyed one. You should ensure it is placed on the rear, and never rotated to the front, as it will be larger in diameter, and will put more wear on the differential if used on the front with a 26,000 mi worn tire. It's not a big issue, just recommended to keep wear at normal levels.   Next best option would be to purchase two tires, and keep them on the same "axle", front or rear. This would allow standard directional tire rotation, front to rear, but never side to side.   Your best option would be four new tires.   Choose based on what you can afford. Safety improves as the option is "better", but all would be acceptable safety wise. Replies to this message: pinko (Jan 24, 2008 9:33 am) pathstar1 (Jan 24, 2008 12:52 pm) 210delray (Jan 25, 2008 8:35 am) waterdr (Feb 03, 2008 7:09 am) waterdr (Feb 03, 2008 7:12 am)
#33 of 86 Re: Replacing a Single Tire on a Prius [pathstar1] by pinko Jan 24, 2008 (9:33 am)
Replying to: pathstar1 (Jan 24, 2008 8:40 am) thanks for the advise. Someone told me that it's possible to "shave" a tire, so that you have the same wear with a new tire (so that it matches). Is this true? Replies to this message: pathstar1 (Jan 24, 2008 12:52 pm) 210delray (Jan 25, 2008 8:35 am) waterdr (Feb 03, 2008 7:09 am) waterdr (Feb 03, 2008 7:12 am)
#34 of 86 Re: Replacing a Single Tire on a Prius [pinko] by pathstar1 Jan 24, 2008 (12:52 pm)
Replying to: pinko (Jan 24, 2008 9:33 am) It's possible, but good luck finding a place to do it. Most just want to sell you a tire/tires, mount, balance, get their money, and get you out the door. The tire shaving machines are pretty specialized. Perhaps if you could find a race shop they might have one (they shave street tires for racing in certain classes).
#35 of 86 Re: Replacing a Single Tire on a Prius [pinko] by 210delray Jan 25, 2008 (8:35 am)
Replying to: pinko (Jan 24, 2008 9:33 am) I can't see the logic in shaving away useful tread life. Replies to this message: waterdr (Feb 03, 2008 7:09 am)
#36 of 86 Re: Replacing a Single Tire on a Prius [210delray] by waterdr Feb 03, 2008 (7:09 am)
Replying to: 210delray (Jan 25, 2008 8:35 am) Tire shaving is for racing applications, not for a street car, let alone a Prius. New tires don't grip as well as worn ones. So, when racing, you "shave" the tire in order to wear it down so it grips better.   Yes, it takes life off the tire. Drag races shave DR's (Drag Radials), for instance.
#37 of 86 Re: Replacing a Single Tire on a Prius [pinko] by waterdr Feb 03, 2008 (7:12 am)
Replying to: pinko (Jan 24, 2008 9:33 am) There is actually some logic to this fi your tires are very expensive. For example, let's say you have 15k on your tires and still have useful life left, but you get a blow-out. At this point, you have the option to replace BOTH, or shave the new one. This might be cost-effective on a $200 tire, but certainly not on a $75.   Tire Rack will shave any tire you buy from them I believe. You just need to tell them how many mm's of tread you want left.
#38 of 86 2007 Prius Needing One Tire- Touring by michaelcozens Feb 13, 2008 (8:31 pm)
I have a 2007 Touring with Bridgestone Tourenza EL 400 Speed rating H 16 inch We had one go flat/road hazard in the tread and needed a new one. No One has these tires! Wound up having a shop order one from Tires.com, other than that these tires are on National Back Order!   What is a good Alternative for these when they wear out? Is the speed rating related to a lower rolling resistance/higher mileage? I paid $141 for this one tire and had quotes from $ 180 from a Firestone Dealer to $220 ffrom a Toyota Dealer ( if they had them)   I suspect that these "expensive tires" are what I'll need to keep on it if I want the mileage to stay reasonable?   Thanks for feedback! Replies to this message: riposte (May 11, 2009 12:37 pm) danabeach (Oct 05, 2009 1:26 pm) snead_c (Oct 06, 2009 2:47 pm)

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