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Post by Delhux on Apr 11, 2002 2:47:07 GMT -5
I want to pick up a set of Cobra R style rims, preferably in polished aluminum. I've seen a set by "Detroit Wheels" on www.whalentire.com for $159/piece. Those are 17x9 rims, I would go for that size or 17x8. If I get the 17x9's, I'd also get some 255/45/17 tires. So if anyone has some good leads on any items like this, I'd appreciate a "head-ups". Thanks, -Dave |
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Post by Jackal on Apr 12, 2002 4:01:11 GMT -5
TireRack is the place where I always see the best prices for tires. Awesome all-season tires are Pirelli P7000 SuperSports. They're a tiny bit noisier than stock, but it's only noticable when you have the windows up and have the stereo off. I also hear incredible things about Michelin Pilot A/S, that they are all-season that perform like summer tires, but they're more pricey. At last check, Pirelli was like $165 each, and Michelin was around $240 each.
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Post by slyex on Apr 12, 2002 17:02:24 GMT -5
The michelins are hands down better, and they are quiet. But as you stated, they are pretty pricey. MY .02
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Post by Mustang5L5 on Apr 12, 2002 17:19:06 GMT -5
I just bought a set of Kumho Excsta Supra 712's 245/45/17's for $100 each off www.tirerack.com. For all 4 tires it cost me about $450 with shipping. I used to have Pirelli P7000 Supersports on my 16" rims. I loved these tires and would have gone with them but they were $180 in 17" sizes. Since i switched to the Kumhos, i noticed they are about even in handing and wet traction. Another ODD thing i notice is they are a bit softer than the pirellis in sidewall rigidity. The 17" rims ride softer than my 16" used to but it is stiffer in the turns. It doesn't make sense to me, but i don't mine. Dave, how about some '98 Cobra rims? They look like the Cobra R's but are a lot cheaper. I think I saw them for $125 each in silver and they come 17 X 8 |
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Post by Delhux on Apr 12, 2002 21:41:14 GMT -5
I just bought some 17x9 Cobra R rims for about $137/piece. Now i just need to get some 255/45/17 rubber.
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Post by Mustang5L5 on Apr 13, 2002 23:50:16 GMT -5
 www.tirerack.com/tires/kumho/ku_712.jsp255/40/17 $107 each It's what i have. Shipping is cheap and these tires are very good for the price. I used to have Pirelli P7000's before and these tires are just as good and maybe even a tad better. |
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Post by slyex on Apr 14, 2002 10:14:32 GMT -5
I've got them on my civic as do a lot of others and everybody has good things to say about them. Very good tire for the money.
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Post by 99VenomSVT on Apr 16, 2002 8:43:04 GMT -5
I just put a set of Bridgestone Protenza RE730's on the Mustang. By far they are the best tire I have had, Dont let anyone tell you they are loud on the street because they are not. I will post a picture after I scan them. Heres some info of tires off of the Tire Rack www.tirerack.com/tires/surveyresults/uhp.jsp |
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Post by slyex on Apr 16, 2002 19:05:38 GMT -5
A lot of people said they get very loud about half way through their tread life.
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Post by Slowhawk on Jun 18, 2002 11:34:50 GMT -5
255's  Why not put 275 40-17's on there?Those will stick ;D |
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Post by Delhux on Jun 19, 2002 1:20:15 GMT -5
I did get 275/40's. If you were ever anywhere near a meet, you probably would've known this.  |
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Post by Slowhawk on Jun 19, 2002 22:24:07 GMT -5
I did get 275/40's. If you were ever anywhere near a meet, you probably would've known this. My Bad  And stop making meets that I can't attend  ;D |
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Why not put 275 40-17's on there?Those will stick ;D
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