Tire Advice

Matt_UKTX · 03-07-2006, 12:16 AM

I'm trying to decide what tires to get for my new rims and was hoping to get some help.

I'm looking for a tire with the best ride comfort and noise comfort, and good handling. I don't push my car to the limits, so I'm not sure if I really need a Max Performance Summer Tire. I'm in Houston, where there is no snow, but plenty of rain...

I had considered the Pirelli PZero Nero M+S, as well as the Goodyear F1 GS-D3. I know everyone loves the Goodyear tire, but I'm not sure if it's overkill for my needs. I also has lower noise/ride comfort scores in TireRack's tests than the Pirelli and several other tires.

Any advice would be much appreciated.

I'm also going for a staggered set up - 18x8 in front and 18x9 in the rear. Should I go with 235/265 or 245/275?

Thanks,
Matt

HRC · 03-07-2006, 12:21 AM

Matt, the F1's are GREAT in the wet! Having rubber this good is never overkill! Having really good tires on stock rims is better than okay tires on good/really good rims. I think they are pretty damn quite and comfortable myself! They really are the best tire for the money IMO.

For size, I think you should go for 235's in front and 265's in the rear.

Danny

Matt_UKTX · 03-07-2006, 12:26 AM

Thanks Danny... I had pretty much decided on the F1's until I looked at the scores on TireRack. In the tests, they were lower than the Pirelli's.

03-07-2006, 08:24 AM

235/265

Pretender · 03-07-2006, 02:35 PM

Yep, 235/265 for sure.

03-07-2006, 02:56 PM

my 275's just came in.. looks like 2 steamrollers

abdyel · 03-07-2006, 02:59 PM

I really like those good news that means that my tires are almost on it's way

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03-07-2006, 03:12 PM

yes luis.. gooooooood newwwwws

N1 · 03-07-2006, 04:29 PM

how many flats can we have in 3 or 4 years? I switch tires in 25.000 km and i dont make bad roads because my car isnt a jeep. I dont expect a flat but if it happens ok 80 km for 200 km its next stop. Then assistance of automobile club. They are very convinced the future is runflats as several brands had already emergency wheel, so i think its inevitable. I like 19 or 20 but the risk is to high and i have 17 on my 320.

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Matt_UKTX Second Lieutenant 23 Rep 297 Posts Drives: 2012 X5 35d Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Houston, TX iTrader: (0)	Tire Advice I'm trying to decide what tires to get for my new rims and was hoping to get some help. I'm looking for a tire with the best ride comfort and noise comfort, and good handling. I don't push my car to the limits, so I'm not sure if I really need a Max Performance Summer Tire. I'm in Houston, where there is no snow, but plenty of rain... I had considered the Pirelli PZero Nero M+S, as well as the Goodyear F1 GS-D3. I know everyone loves the Goodyear tire, but I'm not sure if it's overkill for my needs. I also has lower noise/ride comfort scores in TireRack's tests than the Pirelli and several other tires. Any advice would be much appreciated. I'm also going for a staggered set up - 18x8 in front and 18x9 in the rear. Should I go with 235/265 or 245/275? Thanks, Matt
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HRC MAUI BUILT 485 Rep 7,781 Posts Drives: 2006 330i MT Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: NORCAL iTrader: (10) Garage List 2002 E46 325i [0.00] 2012 E70 35i [0.00]	Matt, the F1's are GREAT in the wet! Having rubber this good is never overkill! Having really good tires on stock rims is better than okay tires on good/really good rims. I think they are pretty damn quite and comfortable myself! They really are the best tire for the money IMO. For size, I think you should go for 235's in front and 265's in the rear. Danny __________________ Arctic/Blk Leather/Alum.Trim/MT/ZSP/Sunshades/Blk Lines/M3 Illuminated Knob/Alcantara Performance Wheel/M-E-Brake Handle/Euro Fog Switch/Koni Yellows/H&R Sport Springs/19" VMR V718's w/PS2 Tires/M-Tech Body Kit/Carbon Fiber Spoiler/Bimmian Interior Bulbs/OEM Eye Glass Tray/SSK/Alcantara Boot/Split Armrest/OEM Dual Rear Power Outlets/Rear Ashtray Delete/OEM Alum. Pedals/Osram 6000K/Brex Rings/LED Side Markers/BMS Power Box
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03-07-2006, 12:26 AM	#3
Matt_UKTX Second Lieutenant 23 Rep 297 Posts Drives: 2012 X5 35d Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Houston, TX iTrader: (0)	Thanks Danny... I had pretty much decided on the F1's until I looked at the scores on TireRack. In the tests, they were lower than the Pirelli's.
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03-07-2006, 08:24 AM	#4
DTDREW Guest 0 Rep n/a Posts Drives:	235/265
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Pretender Colonel 150 Rep 2,419 Posts Drives: 06 330i, 07 328i, 16 X1, >17M2 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Bay Area, CA iTrader: (1) Garage List 06 330i [0.00]	Yep, 235/265 for sure.
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DTDREW Guest 0 Rep n/a Posts Drives:	my 275's just came in.. looks like 2 steamrollers
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abdyel BIG PAPI 10 Rep 189 Posts Drives: Proud of my 325i Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: germany iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 325I [0.00]	I really like those good news that means that my tires are almost on it's way LOL __________________ 325i sport/ premium/ cold weather package/ IDrive/ Xenon/ H&R springs/ breyton spoiler/ breyton front lip/ silver CF trims/ black line tail lights/5% tints/ and much more to come
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N1 Second Lieutenant 15 Rep 272 Posts Drives: BMW 320d M Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: EU iTrader: (0)	how many flats can we have in 3 or 4 years? I switch tires in 25.000 km and i dont make bad roads because my car isnt a jeep. I dont expect a flat but if it happens ok 80 km for 200 km its next stop. Then assistance of automobile club. They are very convinced the future is runflats as several brands had already emergency wheel, so i think its inevitable. I like 19 or 20 but the risk is to high and i have 17 on my 320. Attached Images
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