So apparently I'm tire shopping

"someassemblyrequired" (someassemblyrequired) 04/04/2019 at 22:24 • Filed to: None

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Glanced at my tires tonight, and it appears that Virginia’s Michigan-sized/themed potholes have finally killed the Michelin Pilot MXM4's that came on the Charger. They’re 235/55R18s, so obviously I’m not spending a grand on direct replacements, plus the MXM4s were not a great tire . Any suggestions? I’m looking at the Hankook Ventus S1 Noble 2's and the Kumho Ecsta PA51's. Anyone running either of those or have some better ideas? Anyone have a good source for tires in VA? Costco is always a gongshow, and Discount Tire is not a thing here. Is Tire Rack the way to go ?

atfsgeoff > someassemblyrequired 04/04/2019 at 22:35

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If potholes are what killed them, is there a possibility of downsizing to 17s and maybe getting a bit more sidewall ?

NKato > someassemblyrequired 04/04/2019 at 22:36

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  Try Cooper Tires’ Zeon RS3 G1 tires. Lower tread wear warranty, but grippy as hell. I’ve yet to see my tires chirp when I get on the throttle quickly.

I got my set for $400. I’m not joking. Alternately, if you want a longer lasting compound at the expense of some grip, CS5's touring tires are worth a try.

As an aside, my tire size i s 235/55R17.

someassemblyrequired > NKato 04/04/2019 at 22:39

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Ok great will check those out, thanks.

someassemblyrequired > atfsgeoff 04/04/2019 at 22:45

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It’s not splitting but big chunks of the tread are coming off. So not sure it’s sidewall height.   Tires have 40K so they’re pretty much at the end of the trail anyways.

G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3 > someassemblyrequired 04/04/2019 at 23:11

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Are DWS06s out of budget?

KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time > someassemblyrequired 04/04/2019 at 23:13

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Do not buy those Hankooks. I had bad experience with them. Read my post

https://oppositelock.kinja.com/muhahahhaah-1830660832?utm_medium=sharefromsite&utm_source=default_copy&utm_campaign=top

Try BF goodrich comp force 2a/s or Continentals.

https://oppositelock.kinja.com/anyone-wanting-tire-recommendations-consumer-reports-h-1829599258?utm_medium=sharefromsite&utm_source=default_copy&utm_campaign=top

someassemblyrequired > KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time 04/04/2019 at 23:25

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Ok scratch those off the list then...  thanks both those posts are super helpful.

gmporschenut also a fan of hondas > KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time 04/04/2019 at 23:38

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Do you know how the Ventus v12s comp are?

AMGtech - now with more recalls! > someassemblyrequired 04/05/2019 at 02:35

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Conti DWS or Michelin AS3+. I run DWS's myself. They're basically magical.

KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time > gmporschenut also a fan of hondas 04/05/2019 at 07:36

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This was the first and last Hankooks I’ve ever used-came when I bought the car . I stick to Michelin Bridgestone or Continental when I have to install new tires.

someassemblyrequired > AMGtech - now with more recalls! 04/05/2019 at 08:02

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Yeah I think the Contis might be the way to go  if I can find a decent price.

someassemblyrequired > G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3 04/05/2019 at 08:25

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Gonna find out, a couple of people have mentioned those

Grindintosecond > someassemblyrequired 04/05/2019 at 09:29

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I’m quite the fan of Cooper lately. on top of being a good tire, made in usa and they might surprise you. check reviews in other places cause they’ re not always on tirerack

BreakMyWallet > someassemblyrequired 04/05/2019 at 09:42

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Tire Rack does really good video and detailed text reviews of tires as they come out. They really liked the General G-Max As-05 (I think it’s 05) for being nice and sporty - main downside was that there’s some tread noise present. They’re made in the USA and currently have a $70 rebate (I, too, am presently tire shopping).

They said the new Kumho uhp all season is more of a mellow tire - if you like a more “relaxed” tire, it might work.

Anyways, even if you don't buy from them, some of the reviews are prob worth checking out to get a feel for the tires that are out there. I'd personally love some Michelin's or Contis, but they're probably more than I want to spend ATM. I think it'll be Generals for me.

AMGtech - now with more recalls! > someassemblyrequired 04/05/2019 at 10:02

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They may be a little more expensive than the other tires you were considering, but you get what you pay for, and they're more than worth every penny.