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Old 12-20-2004, 10:13 AM
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I'm at the stage where I need to replace my rear tyres, I have a 530d with dynamic drive, 18"wheels with Dunlop SP01 Run flats. I find the ride a bit hard and in wet weather the traction light is always flashing, it also feels a bit skippy.
I want to change to a normal tyres, ie not a run flats.

So what tyres have anyone else changed to, and have they made a significant difference to ride and grip

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Old 12-20-2004, 10:52 AM
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Keep us posted Gav - I'm about to have mine replaced & I'm coming to the same conclusion. BTW - how many miles did you manage from yours and where are you living?
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I've got 16,000 miles out of the rears, the fronts are OK but if I'm changing the rears I think the fronts should be the same. I'm leaning towards Pirelli P Zero Rossos allround or Bridgestone SO8s.

I live in Kent.


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Check out this link replacing tires (tyres).
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I've ended up fitting Bridgestone S03s allround, the ride difference is amazing with massively improved grip.

When your run flats wear out, REPLACE THEM WITH NORMAL TYRES.

Gavin
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