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267 messages, Last post on Nov 13, 2009 at 3:04 PM

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#217 of 267 Re: good budget 17" tires? [sonnyrocker] by shipo Apr 16, 2009 (12:57 pm)
Replying to: sonnyrocker (Apr 16, 2009 12:40 pm) I have the same car as you and I have to say that first off, there is no such a thing as a "budget" tire sold in the 205/50 R17 size. That said, if I was looking for a low cost tire in this size, the following three tires get pretty good reviews, are low cost (relatively speaking) and would make my short list (in order of which I'd most likely buy): $104 -- Dunlop SP Sport Signature $119 -- Kumho Ecsta LX Platinum $113 -- Bridgestone Potenza G 019 Grid Best regards, Shipo Replies to this message: sonnyrocker (Apr 16, 2009 1:11 pm)
#218 of 267 Re: good budget 17" tires? [shipo] by sonnyrocker Apr 16, 2009 (1:11 pm)
Replying to: shipo (Apr 16, 2009 12:57 pm) Thanks, Shipo. I usually replace 2 tires at a time, its easier on the wallet.
#219 of 267 Re: good budget 17" tires? [sonnyrocker] by igozoomzoom Apr 16, 2009 (6:39 pm)
Replying to: sonnyrocker (Apr 16, 2009 12:40 pm) The stock 17" Goodyears barely made it to 30k on my '06 MZ3. I replaced them with Dunlop SP Sport Signatures and have almost 40k on them with no complaints. It still handles great, but the ride is a little better than Goodyears. They're MUCH better in rain than the stock tires, too! I bought them from my local Goodyear store and paid $420 OTD for the set of four. They come with a 60k treadwear warranty, too!
#220 of 267 Re: good budget 17" tires? [sonnyrocker] by mazdazed Apr 16, 2009 (6:43 pm)
Replying to: sonnyrocker (Apr 16, 2009 12:40 pm) Check the pricing and reviews on the General Altimax HP's. I am planning to replace the Goodyears on my 09 ITV with those when the time comes. The best tire for the $ I have found so far. Replies to this message: shipo (Apr 16, 2009 8:15 pm) mazdazed (Apr 18, 2009 12:11 pm) shipo (Apr 18, 2009 1:15 pm)
#221 of 267 Re: good budget 17" tires? [mazdazed] by shipo Apr 16, 2009 (8:15 pm)
Replying to: mazdazed (Apr 16, 2009 6:43 pm) The problem is that the General Altimax HP is not available in the 205/50 R17 size. Best regards, Shipo Replies to this message: mazdazed (Apr 18, 2009 12:11 pm) shipo (Apr 18, 2009 1:15 pm)
#222 of 267 Re: good budget 17" tires? [shipo] by mazdazed Apr 18, 2009 (12:11 pm)
Replying to: shipo (Apr 16, 2009 8:15 pm) One more reason for me to switch to 16" wheels. The 16's will still handle plenty good for me and will ride better. Hopefully quieter too. The tires will also cost less. I tried to get the dealer to offer my 17's as a swap with someone buying a 3 with 16's but no takers. Replies to this message: shipo (Apr 18, 2009 1:15 pm)
#223 of 267 Re: good budget 17" tires? [mazdazed] by shipo Apr 18, 2009 (1:15 pm)
Replying to: mazdazed (Apr 18, 2009 12:11 pm) For cost of new 16" wheels I'm thinking it's just cheaper to put on good seventeens and be done with it. Best regards, Shipo
#224 of 267 tire feedback... by mazdrvr May 18, 2009 (10:45 pm)
I'm about to replace my Toyo tires (crappy in my opinion) and I have narrowed my selection down to 3 choices and would like to hear any feedback/advice from you guys (pros & cons, reduced mpg, etc). I have a 3s sedan w/16's and going to go replace w/ 215 55 16. I'm not an aggressive driver but like good cornering & want good traction (for when it does rain here in the desert as well as for windy conditions). 1. Michelin Pilot Exalto A/S 2. Goodyear Eagle GT 3. Yokohama YK520 Thanks in advance! Replies to this message: igozoomzoom (May 19, 2009 1:59 am) mazdrvr (May 19, 2009 11:53 am) autonomous (May 19, 2009 1:39 pm) shipo (May 19, 2009 1:53 pm) and 3 more... silvermzda3 (Jun 23, 2009 9:53 am)
#225 of 267 Re: tire feedback... [mazdrvr] by igozoomzoom May 19, 2009 (1:59 am)
Replying to: mazdrvr (May 18, 2009 10:45 pm) Have you considered the Dunlop SP Sport Signature? The original Goodyear Eagles were shot on my '06 MZ3 (17") at less than 30k. The Dunlops were quite a bit less expensive than replacement Goodyear Eagles ($450 vs. $800). It's been almost 40k since I got them and I'm very pleased. Handling is almost as good as with the OEM Eagles, but ride quality, wet-weather traction and road noise are all significantly better! BTW, the 16" s has 205/55/16 standard...are you sure you want to go up to a 215? It'll throw speedometer calibration off by 1mph or so...just FYI. Replies to this message: mazdrvr (May 19, 2009 11:53 am) autonomous (May 19, 2009 1:39 pm) shipo (May 19, 2009 1:53 pm) mazdrvr (May 21, 2009 9:18 pm) and 2 more... silvermzda3 (Jun 23, 2009 9:53 am)
#226 of 267 Re: tire feedback... [igozoomzoom] by mazdrvr May 19, 2009 (11:53 am)
Replying to: igozoomzoom (May 19, 2009 1:59 am) Never thought about the speedometer calibration part... so it will be increased by 1 mi? Will it affect my mpg? **did you guys just stick with the 205 width? I guess the 1/2" on the 215 might not make the biggest difference; I was thinking of better road grip & I like the look of a wider tire. Replies to this message: autonomous (May 19, 2009 1:39 pm) shipo (May 19, 2009 1:53 pm) mazdrvr (May 21, 2009 9:18 pm) mazdrvr (May 22, 2009 12:01 am) and 1 more... silvermzda3 (Jun 23, 2009 9:53 am)

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