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Old 04-04-2006, 08:39 PM
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I'm gonna order some rims soon and i was wondering what tire brand is good? I'm getting 245/35/20 in the front and 275/30/20 in the back. Any input on the performance would be great too. thanks
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Michelin last very long, but not as sticky as others.
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Originally Posted by my530i' post='264797' date='Apr 5 2006, 08:52 AM
Michelin last very long, but not as sticky as others.
I'm sorry i heard the exact oposite. PS2s don't last that much but are the best in grip/performance especially in the dry. Best handling+feeling.
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Originally Posted by iceman316' post='264787' date='Apr 5 2006, 05:39 AM
I'm gonna order some rims soon and i was wondering what tire brand is good? I'm getting 245/35/20 in the front and 275/30/20 in the back. Any input on the performance would be great too. thanks
Just put conti sport contacts (2's) on the back of my car 275/35/19 - they look really nice (they have an outward curve to protect the rim that makes the wheel look wider and lower profile).

They also grip much better than my old goodyear F1's - especially in the wet.
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I had Bridgestone S03 for mine, it's pretty noisy but i like it. Sticks to the road really well.

If you want a really good tires and money isn't an issue, get Pirelli Nero..
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I like my Pirellis
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are there any 19" all-season tires?
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Originally Posted by pipper' post='264895' date='Apr 5 2006, 07:20 AM
are there any 19" all-season tires?
check tirerack.com
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Originally Posted by pipper' post='264895' date='Apr 5 2006, 09:20 AM
are there any 19" all-season tires?

yes, Michelin Pilot A/S


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