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Looking for tyres recommendation
Posted: Thu Dec 19, 2013 6:37 pm
by tescoking
Hi guys, I ordered some 15x8 wheels for my NB, and I know I need to use 205/50/15 tyres on them, but I am not sure which should I go for, any recommendation? My car is stock, and only use for daily drive. I am looking for something valuable and slightly above economy class tyres.
Re: Looking for tyres recommendation
Posted: Thu Dec 19, 2013 7:00 pm
by Lokiel
Dunlop Direzza Star Specs from tirerack.com in the US.
The Aussie Dollar is lower now than it has been for a while but it's still cheaper than local
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Re: Looking for tyres recommendation
Posted: Thu Dec 19, 2013 7:20 pm
by Regie
KU31.
There are a whole lot of threads on tyre choice here
Re: Looking for tyres recommendation
Posted: Thu Dec 19, 2013 7:22 pm
by M1474
Achilles ATR Sport.
Re: Looking for tyres recommendation
Posted: Thu Dec 19, 2013 10:57 pm
by tescoking
3 replies 3 different answers....
Re: Looking for tyres recommendation
Posted: Thu Dec 19, 2013 11:17 pm
by kenson
We're getting the same rims and I'm looking at either:
1) Bridgestone RE002s
2) Kumho KU36
You can get them online pretty cheap but I've found Kmart Tyres to be on par once you include shipping and fitting to Perth
I'll be going for 205/50/15 on the 8 inch rim.
My main constraints are what class I'll end up in (motorsport) and then money/longevity
Re: Looking for tyres recommendation
Posted: Thu Dec 19, 2013 11:22 pm
by tescoking
I think I will go to kmart or other tyre company for KU31, I don't have the tools for fitting the tyres on the rim.
Re: Looking for tyres recommendation
Posted: Thu Dec 19, 2013 11:29 pm
by kenson
The KU31s are pretty good value. I run them now on the stock 17s.
I didn't want to spend big bucks just before I tried out motorsport - who knows, maybe I wouldn't like it?...
Good in the wet too!
Re: Looking for tyres recommendation
Posted: Fri Dec 20, 2013 1:37 am
by Okibi
Bridgestone RE002s
Re: Looking for tyres recommendation
Posted: Fri Dec 20, 2013 4:00 am
by tescoking
Okibi wrote:Bridgestone RE002s
Oh come on...How can I choose from Coca-cola and Pepsi?
By looking at the price on Kmart wesite, KU31 is the cheapest between all you guys named.
Re: Looking for tyres recommendation
Posted: Fri Dec 20, 2013 8:25 am
by gslender
Go with the Real Thing
Re: Looking for tyres recommendation
Posted: Fri Dec 20, 2013 8:40 am
by hks_kansei
Don't bother with the Starspecs, or the KU36, they're both pretty soft street tyres (sort of a not quite a semi - not quite a road tyre)
If you aren't looking for absolute grip all they'll do is cost more, and wear faster.
I'd suggest the KU31, they're a good all rounder (wet/dry), have decent life, and aren't super expensive.
I've got Toyo Proxes4 on mine, they were great when new, but as they wear down they do get noticably slippery.
Re: Looking for tyres recommendation
Posted: Fri Dec 20, 2013 9:13 am
by tescoking
Great, another vote for KU31
Re: Looking for tyres recommendation
Posted: Fri Dec 20, 2013 9:24 am
by hks_kansei
tescoking wrote:Great, another vote for KU31
They're just a good value tyre.
Reputable brand (Kumho), good price (under $100 for 195/50/15), and do a good job in most situations.
Re: Looking for tyres recommendation
Posted: Fri Dec 20, 2013 6:30 pm
by geofiz
KU31 for street use, you wont be dissapointed.
KU36 is more of a track, semi-sport tyre. It weill keep you in the street car class for motorsport events, but they do wear fairly quickly compared to the KU31.