Cheap new Kumho KU31's

JBT · Postby **JBT** » Sat Sep 15, 2012 8:54 am

I have two sets of KU36 for the MX-5 and two different sizes and batches of KU31 on the other car. All 12 tyres have Made In Korea on them.

Black_Penguin · Postby **Black_Penguin** » Sat Sep 15, 2012 1:27 pm

My 31's are from Vietnam.

Hjt · Postby **Hjt** » Sat Sep 15, 2012 1:54 pm

Vietnam and Korea thanks.

I didn't remember both but new they came from two places.

Insurgence · Postby **Insurgence** » Sat Sep 15, 2012 2:05 pm

Thanks OP for posting.

Was looking at this mob earlier but wasn't sure... Glad to hear it worked out all OK for you!

Have the KU31s on mx5 and want to fit to all my cars. lol.

Silvia · Postby **Silvia** » Sun Sep 16, 2012 10:16 am

KU 39's to be fitted Monday @Bob Jane

sailaholic · Postby **sailaholic** » Sun Sep 16, 2012 10:41 am

Did you wear the old ones out Silva or just thought they needed changing

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Silvia · Postby **Silvia** » Sun Sep 16, 2012 11:42 am

It came with 7yr. old B'Stone 205 45 16's from the 75yr old guy who sold it. I had them checked out and because they had been underground and under a cover they passed as ok. A year later the rears are 2/3 down so time to replace them. Was going for KU31 but got talked into the newer KU39 for $35 more each . They seem better for wet grip . When you've had AWD it's hard to go back to sliding in the wet.
...but not sure I did the right thing as I hear there's nothing wrong with the KU31!
BTW Ozzy tyres don't have this size in either.

project.r.racing · Postby **project.r.racing** » Sun Sep 16, 2012 3:18 pm

KU31 would have to one of the best wet tyres on the market. So if the KU39 are much better. Then WOW!!!

Cruisin Newy · Postby **Cruisin Newy** » Mon Sep 17, 2012 11:46 am

Hi all,

I had fitted on saturday a set of KU31 195/50/15/82V to my MX5. first real test out on sunday on club run and totally different car to drive. Not saying bad or good, but after having Goodyear F1 D3s on and getting low i did have a quieter ride but felt so different to the old. It was like driving all over the place and just suppose they need to wear in if thats correct to say. I also felt got a good deal at local Bob Jane centre for under $100 each tyre, but also did buy 2 sets as my daughters Rio uses same size tyre.

Also will be putting later on the for sale area the old D3s and some BJ Zenon 27 suitable for someone that wants track tyres.

Silvia · Postby **Silvia** » Mon Sep 17, 2012 12:10 pm

"It was like driving all over the place...."
Sounds like you need a good 4 wheel alignment before the new tyres wear in a bad way - that will protect your investment while making the car feel stable.

Dweezle · Postby **Dweezle** » Sat Sep 22, 2012 12:28 pm

If anyone needs a set of KU31's get them today.
OZZYTYES, enter "extra15" in the code section and you will get a set of 4 delivered for $282 to your doorstep.

I ordered a set yesterday and was happy with the $330.

Wish i had of waited 12 hours now :evil:

Insurgence · Postby **Insurgence** » Sat Sep 22, 2012 10:14 pm

Thanks Dweezle

Have ordered!!

timk · Postby **timk** » Tue Sep 25, 2012 9:35 pm

Not sure about the NA but on the NB8A you need a load index of 82, and these are listed as 81. Just be careful.

sailaholic · Postby **sailaholic** » Tue Sep 25, 2012 9:51 pm

Interesting! Just ordered a set for dads 323. Wondering what it needs...

So have all ku31's been under rated? Or do the come in different ratings?

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