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Replying to: mazdazed (Apr 18, 2009 12:11 pm) Best regards, Shipo |
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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!
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Replying to: mazdrvr (May 18, 2009 10:45 pm) 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.
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Replying to: igozoomzoom (May 19, 2009 1:59 am) 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.
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Replying to: mazdrvr (May 19, 2009 11:53 am) |
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Replying to: mazdrvr (May 19, 2009 11:53 am) Best regards, Shipo
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Replying to: shipo (May 19, 2009 1:53 pm) I didn't know about the 225/50/16 size... I'm actually looking into tires in that size, thanks!
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Replying to: mazdrvr (May 21, 2009 9:18 pm) 1. will there be any issues w/rubbing, etc w/ the 225/50/16? 2. are you satisfied w/ the factory size 205's (handling, etc) or did you go wider? I've been researching different tires, reviews, etc... & my head is spinning from too much info, lol. I want to save some $ but want good performance tires so i'm trying to decide weather its really worth getting the wider tires. (dang, I really wanted those Michelins but they're expensive!)
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Replying to: mazdrvr (May 22, 2009 12:01 am) As for rubbing, I seriously doubt there'll be any issues as I've read about folks going with 235s with no issues (unless they lowered their car as well). Best regards, Shipo |
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I just purchased a new 2009 3i TVE, and I have to say that these are the noisiest tires I've ever heard (17" RSA's). So noisy, in fact, that the car sounds like my old Protege with the shot bearings. Went back to the dealer today. "Noise? Really? Hmm...I don't think I hear anything...why don't you keep it a few more days, and see what you think..." Did anyone else here have an issue with tire/wheel noise right off the bat? Thanks!
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