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captaincabinets
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KU36 and KU27 205/50 15

Postby captaincabinets » Fri Oct 28, 2016 5:01 pm

Finally bought some tyres. Thanks to all who have helped me with advice here.

I was going for a balance of grip, longevity, and comfort. I had decided on the KU27 since they get very good reviews, have huge tread wear (500-600), and are on 15% off at ITT. However I'd learned from research here that you should check how old they are. This saved me from a 4.9 year old set of Hankook v12s and from a set of 3 year old KU27s. Since I don't put that many k's on my 5, it didn't make sense to get a high tread wear tyre when it'll be basically expired in 2 years.

So I've bought a set of KU36s made in 49 2015. Better grip than the 27's, and they look better too. I had heard that they're noisy but with my exhaust I think that should be moot anyway.

They are on sale here for ~$116 each if anyone else wants some. I figure 15% off might be handy to those looking for pairs rather than 3 for 4 deals.
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/281636158110

Thanks again for the advice all.

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