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Cuffy -> RE: What to do ??????? (5/5/2008 10:09:29 AM)
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I have the Goodyear LS2's and so far they seem decent. They are expensive though if paying regular price. Check TireRack.com, they have the LS2's on sale for $111 each right now.
I have Pirelli P6's on my other car and like them. They have pretty good wet traction and seem to be wearing about as expected (25/30K miles) for a performance tire. They are also quieter than the OEM Goodyear Eagls RSA's they replaced and I paid about half of what the Goodyears cost (even thru TireRack). I'd probably buy them again for the price i paid ($92/tire).
Michelin's are always rated well, but cost 20% more than other brands. Yokohama's are pretty good too. Bridgestone's are hit or miss especially on SUV/Truck tires.
I always try to research a lot and get as many opinions as possible on a make/brand before deciding. Ask yourself these questions:
1. What type of weather am i driving in?
2. How many miles am i putting on the tires?
3. How much do i want to spend?
4. How soon do i plan to replace them?
When it comes down to it, the safety features in our 'landers are quite good (VSC/AWD/BFD/ABS/TC). A decent tire will keep you on the road unless you're driving way outside what conditions call for. If you don't have much snow to deal with look for something with better wet traction and less snow tread. This will give a smoother ride. If you don't need "V" speed rated tires stay away from them. "H" rated tires are speed rated enough.
Speaking from personal experience i'd use TireRack as a resource. They have much better prices than stand alone tire stores. Even if you don't buy from them check the ratings and read the user reviews. Some are contradictory but you'll get an idea of their gripes/complaints and whether they are valid or not.
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