tyre selection

[Guest Boxhead]

ive been using the search feature, and well, i have found stuff on tyres, but most of it is what tyrs do you use for drags etc.

Basically i want to know what are good all round tyres, as in not the cheapest malaysian specials, but as most of us cant afford the ultimate in stree legal drag tyres etc.

for stock 16's for r32 and r33, what are the best performance for yoru dollar, as in around $600-$750 a set of 16's...

also what price did you get them for if you got a set...

thanks guys

[skyline33]

have you thought of getting good second hand tyres

[Guest Boxhead]

Originally posted by skyline33

have you thought of getting good second hand tyres

yeh i will do that one day, but as my car is soon to be complied, i thought i may aswell just get decent tyres for compliance, rather then buy el cheapos for that, then buy some good second hand tyres.

[SS8_Gohan]

are the Dunlop FM901's a bit too good for what u want?? I've heard heaps of goods things about those.

And some sort of Falken tyres i think...i've never really looked into it as i've only got a pulsar with like 2inch hubcaps, so tyres have never really been an issue

[Guest Boxhead]

Originally posted by SS8_Gohan

are the Dunlop FM901's a bit too good for what u want?? I've heard heaps of goods things about those.

And some sort of Falken tyres i think...i've never really looked into it as i've only got a pulsar with like 2inch hubcaps, so tyres have never really been an issue

i could be wrong, but when i was in a tyre shop with a mate, the guy was telling me these are not made anymore, and the new top of the range the ss01 or whatever they are , were made to replace, and i think with my budget i could have 2 :S

[Guest DON91E]

bridgestone POTENZA's??

the were the standard tire on the S15, i like em, i reckon they have been the best tire i have actually USED yet...

Also the SO1's or SO2's or wateva there called dunno who makes em ccan't remember...they were the standard tires on the S2000

Donnie

[Guest Boxhead]

Originally posted by DON91E

bridgestone POTENZA's??

the were the standard tire on the S15, i like em, i reckon they have been the best tire i have actually USED yet...

Also the SO1's or SO2's or wateva there called dunno who makes em ccan't remember...they were the standard tires on the S2000

Donnie

yeh but how much do these cost?

thats what im really looking for. cost and also how you rate them..

its one thing havin a salesman telling you how good they are

[GTS-t VSPEC]

DON91E/Boxhead,

There are many types of Potenza's ranging from hard compound throught to the very soft and sticky R rated tyres. The R rated tyres will only last 5-10,000 km's, so for daily driving aren't very practical if money is an issue.

There are many good tyres available from the top manufacturers. I use Toyo TPG's, have used Falken's and Grid II's. The Toyo's are the best, by far, but also cost the most, the Falkens are good, the Grid II's have a very hard compound so last ages but have a lack of grip.

Each tyre shop you go to will have there favourite top of the line tyre, where thay make a large markup on, so don't be too pursauded by there opinion.

I like the Toyo's as they give grip with moderate road wear, but for racing/drags then I'll be using the Potenza R's.

See'ya:burnout:

[Guest Boxhead]

Originally posted by GTS-t VSPEC

DON91E/Boxhead,

There are many types of Potenza's ranging from hard compound throught to the very soft and sticky R rated tyres. The R rated tyres will only last 5-10,000 km's, so for daily driving aren't very practical if money is an issue.

There are many good tyres available from the top manufacturers. I use Toyo TPG's, have used Falken's and Grid II's. The Toyo's are the best, by far, but also cost the most, the Falkens are good, the Grid II's have a very hard compound so last ages but have a lack of grip.

Each tyre shop you go to will have there favourite top of the line tyre, where thay make a large markup on, so don't be too pursauded by there opinion.  

I like the Toyo's as they give grip with moderate road wear, but for racing/drags then I'll be using the Potenza R's.

See'ya:burnout:

once again i see no mention of actual prices.

but thanks for the tips..

im liking the toyo's, but have to go aruond window shopping and asking for prices i guess, but with my car still in japan. it makes it hard.

[GTS-t VSPEC]

Boxhead,

It is difficult to put prices on tyres as I run 235/45/17's and 255/35/17's. My friend also owns a tyre store so I get it discounted from the retail price. It is definately worth going to a few places as the price difference can be quite alot.

See'ya:burnout:

[fatz]

fulken grb 2's

cheap as shit last forever and have adequate grip

[Sumo]

I got a set of Nankang 245/R17's on my R33, cost me $200 each.... They are ok when your on a budget after you've just bought a car

Cheers

Sumo

[slip]

901's would be good for you boxhead.

G Grids are ok.

Dont get 2nd hand. If you can lose it under power in a non turbo auto, you should really invest in good tyres. speak to LOTS of tyre shops.

215/50 R16's = good size if it has stock wheels.

[Guest Boxhead]

Originally posted by slip

901's would be good for you boxhead.

G Grids are ok.

Dont get 2nd hand.  If you can lose it under power in a non turbo auto, you should really invest in good tyres.  speak to LOTS of tyre shops.

215/50 R16's = good size if it has stock wheels.

yeh, im liking 901's but i will have to investegate into the price side of things a bit more..

to me tyre shops is about selling, not advice, hence i asked on here

i put that crash down to my stupidity on a wet and greasy road, not tyre choice or power or lack of power in the car.

[Jay95R33]

901's get the thumbs up from me.

They made a big difference to grip from the old crapamoto ones I had before.

Mine were $200 a piece for 225/50/16's, but that was just before the price went up

[Guest Boxhead]

what have you guys heard about goodyr eagle f1's???

i had them on the na r32...

but i was reading an auto speed article. which said for 16s they cost $305 each...

for the 15's on the na they were $440 for all 4 :S

will have to investegate on monday

[slip]

investigate some higher end yokohama's also. 539's are good in the wet but not as good in the dry, see how much it is for the next best thing in their range.

[Red Sky II]

Originally posted by Sumo

I got a set of Nankang 245/R17's on my R33, cost me $200 each.... They are ok when your on a budget after you've just bought a car

Cheers

Sumo

Hey Sumo, be wary of the Nankangs. They are okay when new but once tread gets to about half way they go off really badly. I had some on a Celica and they were terrible, no grip at all once the new tread started wearing. Being FWD the understeer was shocking - dry or wet it didn't matter.

I have Simex on the R33 but too early to tell how they are although again whilst new they are great. Go with others suggestions on the forum if it isn't too late to change your mind. The Simex I got are 235/45/17 and were $200ea.

Cheers

[GTS-t VSPEC]

I agree with Red Sky II, the Nangkangs I had on the back of my Skyline turned to shit after 50% tread, they are cheap for a reason. It is worth the money to get something good, you'll have heaps more traction and much better in the wet.

See'ya:burnout:

[Sumo]

Ahhh thanks for the warning dudes, but its too late now.... They are already on the car Thats alright, they will make some good burnout tyres once they wear

Cheers

Sumo