Need HELP ASAP - Replacement Tire choice
04-06-2005, 11:39 AM
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Wow.... I better check my rears then.... I've got 8500 miles now.
My decision is simple, however. I ONLY buy Michelin tires. I don't understand why a high-end company like BMW would settle for less-than-high quality on one of the most important components of a car. Makes no sense to me.
I'm actually looking forward to changing my tires, because that will be my excuse to buy new rims too...
My decision is simple, however. I ONLY buy Michelin tires. I don't understand why a high-end company like BMW would settle for less-than-high quality on one of the most important components of a car. Makes no sense to me.
I'm actually looking forward to changing my tires, because that will be my excuse to buy new rims too...
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At 6000m they paid for new Bridgestones. No noticeable difference in ride and handling other than NO TIRE NOISE 
04-06-2005, 04:24 PM
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Originally Posted by UKAussi' date='Apr 6 2005, 06:42 PM
At 6000m they paid for new Bridgestones. No noticeable difference in ride and handling other than NO TIRE NOISE?
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Thank you! I went ahead and told them to go with the Bridgestones... apparently, when I called DUnlop, they told me that they disagree with BMW and don't believe any of the road noise, or other problems are warranty issues.. so I'd rather not get involved with a company that won't face reality!
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Sorry but the guest comment about 4k mile tires was me. My dealer called me this afternoon and BMW is putting 4 new tires on my car for free. 100% covered. They are also ordering a new V710 cradle but I still doubt that will work. I am very pleased with the new tire deal. I think it is the right thig to do.
04-06-2005, 06:04 PM
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I have a feb 04 build and my dunlops have 15000 miles on them. No noise, very quiet, no uneven wear and I would say I have at least 5000-7000 miles left on them. And Im also very happy with the handling and durability of the tires.
04-06-2005, 06:13 PM
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Originally Posted by wassy' date='Apr 6 2005, 11:13 AM
Ok, so we all know all of my auto issues.? Got a call from the dealer this morning, who I guess got a call from BMW.... my NEW Seals are in, and waiting.? they also have 16.2 for me, yes.. I know, but yes, they DO!? and now, the tires... I am being given a choice, I can wait about 10-15 days MORE (on top of the month I have also waited) for the Bridgestone run-flat replacements, OR, Dunlop has redesigned their DSST 01 run-flats and their is now, as I am told, more support in the area that wore out, causing the tire roar, which I can have Friday or Monday.
Should I try the Dunlops again?? they were great initially!!!? and to tell you the truth, haven't gotten much feedback from this board on the Bridgestone's as to handling. Only that they are quieter.? nothing realyl spectacular about the Bridgestones..
so............can I have some feedback now and opinions?
Should I try the Dunlops again?? they were great initially!!!? and to tell you the truth, haven't gotten much feedback from this board on the Bridgestone's as to handling. Only that they are quieter.? nothing realyl spectacular about the Bridgestones..
so............can I have some feedback now and opinions?
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04-06-2005, 07:07 PM
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Originally Posted by jochet' date='Apr 6 2005, 09:13 PM
[quote name='wassy' date='Apr 6 2005, 11:13 AM']Ok, so we all know all of my auto issues.? Got a call from the dealer this morning, who I guess got a call from BMW.... my NEW Seals are in, and waiting.? they also have 16.2 for me, yes.. I know, but yes, they DO!? and now, the tires... I am being given a choice, I can wait about 10-15 days MORE (on top of the month I have also waited) for the Bridgestone run-flat replacements, OR, Dunlop has redesigned their DSST 01 run-flats and their is now, as I am told, more support in the area that wore out, causing the tire roar, which I can have Friday or Monday.
Should I try the Dunlops again?? they were great initially!!!? and to tell you the truth, haven't gotten much feedback from this board on the Bridgestone's as to handling. Only that they are quieter.? nothing realyl spectacular about the Bridgestones..
so............can I have some feedback now and opinions?
Should I try the Dunlops again?? they were great initially!!!? and to tell you the truth, haven't gotten much feedback from this board on the Bridgestone's as to handling. Only that they are quieter.? nothing realyl spectacular about the Bridgestones..
so............can I have some feedback now and opinions?
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[/quote]build date is 08/04. when you hit about 6000 miles, You will know if you have the good ones or not.. however, technically speaking ,the new dunlops were JUST redesigned, like in the last month or two... so, anything before then, best of luck.
tires are great initially.. great traction, handling, and quiet as a mouse.. then turn 6000 miles, and whoooooa! sounds like you are driving a jacked up 4x4 with knobby tires!
04-06-2005, 08:05 PM
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If any one remembers there was a poll a while back to decide, which was voted the best tyre, and the poll was voted, goodyear eagle F1
they lasted longer they were quiet and a good ride.
hope this helps
they lasted longer they were quiet and a good ride.
hope this helps
04-06-2005, 11:35 PM
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Good to know the new seals are in. I am going to go with the redesigned Dunlops. The first 8000 miles were great. Now they are are bumpy and roar. The thread looks fine. The wear is on the inside. My dealer says he will replace them again if the problem re-occurs.