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What tires should I use?, For some spirited street driving |
purple |
Aug 13 2007, 02:21 PM
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Pigeon feeders attract me Group: Members Posts: 938 Joined: 24-July 07 From: Houston, TX Member No.: 7,942 Region Association: None |
Hey Guys,
As I'm nearing completion of my fuel system resto on my teener...I'm faced with the choice of tires, as the first stop for me is going to be discount tire for a balancing; as the car shimmies when I get around 65 mph, then a trip to gashead motorworks for an alignment, as it pulls to the right. I was thinking, since I'm at DT, mayhaps I should put some new shoes on there. I HATE the tires on the teener, they are 185 65 R15's from god knows who...they say HR metric. They have ZERO grip and I've almost spun the car twice because of their utter lack of traction...and my utter lack of skill (IMG:style_emoticons/default/owned.gif) I'd like some recommendations from you guys...I was thinking of some Falken Azenis in 205 50 r 15's, but I've found on here that they are so small the engine is really revved up on the highway, and I would like to take the car to galveston a few times, and screaming engines on the highway would get annoying, as houston highway speeds are in the 80's. Any recommendations for me that DONT involve flares, 5 lugs, or prayers to Ra, god of the sun? Having a somewhat accurate speedo would be nice... I'm running stock 15X5.5 Mahle's with a 2 inch drop. This car is unlikely to see a whole lot of track time until I put my dual 40's on it... |
thomasotten |
Aug 13 2007, 09:29 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,553 Joined: 16-November 03 From: San Antonio, Texas Member No.: 1,349 |
It seems you save quite a bit of money buying the tires from Tirerack. For instance, the price I was quoted for the Fuzions was 58.99 from the local Firestone. Compare that with $44.00 each from Tirerack plus about $10 shipping per tire and you come out ahead. Then knock off the "road hazard" they always try to sell you. Anyone ever have any trouble getting the tire shops to mount tires you bought somewhere else?
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Demick |
Aug 13 2007, 10:48 PM
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Ernie made me do it! Group: Benefactors Posts: 2,312 Joined: 6-February 03 From: Pleasanton, CA Member No.: 257 |
It seems you save quite a bit of money buying the tires from Tirerack. For instance, the price I was quoted for the Fuzions was 58.99 from the local Firestone. Compare that with $44.00 each from Tirerack plus about $10 shipping per tire and you come out ahead. Then knock off the "road hazard" they always try to sell you. Anyone ever have any trouble getting the tire shops to mount tires you bought somewhere else? You're only saving $5 per tire. Hardly worth the trouble. But you can still get the same deal - most big shops will match the price. So just go in and tell them the tire rack price, and they will usually match it (including shipping of course). Also, tire prices and other costs are always negotiable. The tire guys will try to get as much as they can. If they match the tire price, then they will try to charge you more for stems, balancing, installation, etc. If you bring in tires that you ordered, they will usually charge you more for mounting and balancing than if you bought the tire from them. But it definitely pays to do your homework. I usually go in and do the pricematch thing. I think that's the best way to get a good deal. Also, check www.discounttiredirect.com to see if they have the tire you want. They seem to have very good prices. Shipping is included. And right now they will give an extra $25 off a set of 4 tires. That's probably a better deal than the shops will match, so that might be worth doing a mail order. Demick |
woobn8r |
Aug 14 2007, 11:23 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 607 Joined: 7-January 07 From: Newmarket, Ontario, Canada Member No.: 7,435 Region Association: None |
It seems you save quite a bit of money buying the tires from Tirerack. For instance, the price I was quoted for the Fuzions was 58.99 from the local Firestone. Compare that with $44.00 each from Tirerack plus about $10 shipping per tire and you come out ahead. Then knock off the "road hazard" they always try to sell you. Anyone ever have any trouble getting the tire shops to mount tires you bought somewhere else? You're only saving $5 per tire. Hardly worth the trouble. But you can still get the same deal - most big shops will match the price. So just go in and tell them the tire rack price, and they will usually match it (including shipping of course). Also, tire prices and other costs are always negotiable. The tire guys will try to get as much as they can. If they match the tire price, then they will try to charge you more for stems, balancing, installation, etc. If you bring in tires that you ordered, they will usually charge you more for mounting and balancing than if you bought the tire from them. But it definitely pays to do your homework. I usually go in and do the pricematch thing. I think that's the best way to get a good deal. Also, check www.discounttiredirect.com to see if they have the tire you want. They seem to have very good prices. Shipping is included. And right now they will give an extra $25 off a set of 4 tires. That's probably a better deal than the shops will match, so that might be worth doing a mail order. Demick If the tire shop scratched you rim while mounting the tires would you expect him to refinish/replace your rim...If the tire is out of round (or defective) and the car shakes who will fix your problem? From the dealers end the risk at $10-15 an install is not worth it. Most dealers prices are higher as they include install, balance a new valve and warranty the workmanship. Tire Rack does not have the expense or exposure to liability that the dealer does....I don't blame them for not installing what others sell. |
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