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Hey guys...

Just wanted to ask a question.. Im thinking about buying some 18" rims here in Japan (whilst im still here) to take back to Australia, but just wondering how much 18" Tyres go for roughly back home..

I'm thinking around 245/40-18 and 255 or 265/40-18.

Just wondering what the going rate is for cheapy tyres and maybe some decent rubber (non race stuff).

Can anyone gives us an idea?

Thanks!

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Thanks for some of the replys, but could you guys post up what brands your running too? Prices and size is good, but as i mentioned im not looking for the cheapest tyres. Rather spend a wee more and get some nicer rubber.

And markimak, did you steal the tyres for that much? Whats the story there?

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id go nankangs over falkens any day of the week

my falkens had way less grip

Thats a bit of a broad statement don't you think? I've had Nangkangs before, they are a good budget tyre and would probably last you a lifetime. The Falken 326's although have never used them, seems majority of the feedback on this forum seems to indicate they are worse than crap. Currently have the Falken FK452s on which are awesome for a mid range performance tyre for everyday driving, definately better than the kangs...

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I haven't been at home for a while but if i remember the last time i had some federals on the back (255/40/17) and they were good enough. Well atleast better than the more expensive falkens i replaced them with.. Go figure.

So i would rather not make the same mistake again...

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well they are a steal lol..

pm me and ill give u the number of the place. yeh they second hand.. but for RE01s cant complain. THEY STILL AQUAPLANE IN THE RAIN lol :D

cant remember the place. but

last time i was ther i was looking for 17s for the GTR and had prices going from $65-90 depending on brand. they r second hand but good still..

send me a pm mate.

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Poida - depends what you call 'nice rubber'.

My 205/55/16 fronts used to be $225 each, which were nice. (Bridgestone S03) Have a look at replacement cost for the factory tyres on an a 350Z Track or similar (factory 18's)

To get the good stuff, you'll be spending a lot more. Should be able to pick up some decent mid range stuff without spending $$$$$ though.

Theres a classic saying with tyres (and other things)

Cheap

Longetivity

Grip

Pick 2. (or in the S03 case, only 1)

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