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Hi Guys,

I know this type of threads have been done to death. But my front's are stuffed, due to exessive camber. I have 235/45/17 on my R33.

Just had a f/r camber/caster kit fitted and need new rubber.

Since its just for the fronts, I don't want to spend a ton of money.

Looking through the existing threads and calling around. This is what I got .

235

Nexxon $110

Kumho Ku31 $150

Nanking NS2 $150

Maxxis MAV1 $129

Dunlop SP3000A $175

Silverstone EX08 ??EV08 $140

Bridgestone Supercat $160

Toyo T1R $200

225

Sumitomo HTR $170

Diamondback $132

Ideally I would like to keep it under $150..

Are Maxxis Tyres any good??

I am so confused. Any suggestions welcome. Need something with good grip and not noisy

ALso I am not sure if should go with 225 or 235s

thanks

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Yawn Mentor

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If you are willing to go over $150 then the Toyo T1R's are a very good choice. The Silverstones are alright too for the money you pay. Some Maxxis tyres are good, but I dunno about that particular model you listed.

Also, I dunno what you're saying about them being only the fronts. Fronts are the ones taking most of the beating when you turn, so if you like taking corners at all I wouldnt skimp on those.

blind_elk Grand Master

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In general, you will find 235s to be cheaper than 225s, because they are a common size - not many cars take a 225.

I would suggest the B/S Supercats. The others may be cheaper, but they are "cheap". And you should not skimp on tyres - they are all that connect you and the car to the road.

Duncan Grand Master

Duncan

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I would go falken 452s like battery said, or the federal 595 if the falkens are too expensive. both are good performing tyres

after you installed the camber kits, did you get a wheel alignment? toe and camber both need to be OK to stop premature tyre wear

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PeNT

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Thanks for the feedback guys. You are right the 235 are easier to get.

I realize the fronts are important, but you are correct, I should place more emphasis on them.

The Toyo's are a bit out of my price range. I noticed not much mention of the Dunlop sp3000A much on the forum. Are these any good. I am a dunlop fan from way back. Don't know about these ones though.

And Yes I did get a full wheel alignment done.

(OO)SKYLINE(OO) Grand Master

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I go the Kumhos, I got them on that the moment and which cost about $230 each. I believe its a silica tyre, not to hard and not to soft in the perfomance range.

I had Nexens on before, nothing special, hard and is the cheap version of Bridgestone when I was told.

But before all that I had Yokohama E1's. Cost about $295 and preffer them for track use.

eddieeeee-ro Proficient

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Nankang Ultrasport NSII. I've got em and they're great. Probably one of the best in a price/performance ratio.

As said 235/45 would be more common and cheaper/easier to get.

LOL!!! have u tried better tyres than those?

nankangs are prob one of the worst tyres ive ever used... no grip in the wet and just as poor in the dry.

if your gonna keep the car/wheels for awhile spend the money and get a decent set for the front... ive got yokohamas a-drive R1's cost me $250 a tyre in 235/40/18 so much grip!

Nav2k Community Regular

Nav2k

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go 2nd hand tyres

a good brand.

i usually pick up michellin's or pirelli's for about $80 a pop in those sizes with 70 or 80% tread on it.

IMO better than buying crap new tyres that dont wear and r like plastic matchbox wheels.

good tyres wear quickly.

Cain Community Regular

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I go the Kumhos, I got them on that the moment and which cost about $230 each. I believe its a silica tyre, not to hard and not to soft in the perfomance range.

I had Nexens on before, nothing special, hard and is the cheap version of Bridgestone when I was told.

But before all that I had Yokohama E1's. Cost about $295 and preffer them for track use.

I have the kumho's on my 300+rwkw 350z and i love them.

Its nice and grippy and i only get a little bit of wheel spin on 2nd gear when flooring it.

and the grip is great, esp for the price.

(OO)SKYLINE(OO) Grand Master

(OO)SKYLINE(OO)

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I have the kumho's on my 300+rwkw 350z and i love them.

Its nice and grippy and i only get a little bit of wheel spin on 2nd gear when flooring it.

and the grip is great, esp for the price.

Yeah Nice!

You got Twin turbos too? Right..? :geek:

Hi Guys,

I decidecd to go with the Kumho's. Don't seem so bad so far. A lot better than what I had. Thankyou for all your opinions/suggestions. Was very helpful.

thanks

Nice choice mate!

All the best.

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