Just got Dunlop SP Sport 5000's (today)
03-04-2002, 04:08 PM
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Just got Dunlop SP Sport 5000's (today)
Aside from blowing almost a grand on 4 tires (with roadhazard) and an (lifetime) alignment, I am liking the tires so far.
I noticed right away that the car was "quieter" and the roads don't seem to be as harsh. Handling seems to be excellent--but I couldn't do much on the backroads and in traffic.
The wheels look a little funny to me because the tires stick out more than the wheels (good for curbs).
The guy who did my alignment said that the toe was WAY off (and why I saw such a dramatic slope to the tires when I rotated them last time).
Hopefully I can get up to highway speed on my way home to see how the tires really are.
Thanks to all of you who have contributed to my decision (to buy these over just getting the OEM tires from the dealer).
I noticed right away that the car was "quieter" and the roads don't seem to be as harsh. Handling seems to be excellent--but I couldn't do much on the backroads and in traffic.
The wheels look a little funny to me because the tires stick out more than the wheels (good for curbs).
The guy who did my alignment said that the toe was WAY off (and why I saw such a dramatic slope to the tires when I rotated them last time).
Hopefully I can get up to highway speed on my way home to see how the tires really are.
Thanks to all of you who have contributed to my decision (to buy these over just getting the OEM tires from the dealer).
03-05-2002, 07:05 AM
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Re: DUNLOP SP 5000 tires
Originally posted by CLS899
Sundance-Gold,
What size tires did you get? I hear the Dunliop SP 5000 are good tires. Good Luck!
Sundance-Gold,
What size tires did you get? I hear the Dunliop SP 5000 are good tires. Good Luck!
03-05-2002, 07:13 AM
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I think he opens at 8 o'clock. What does Tire Rack want for these tires? Charlie usually charges what Tire Rack charges, but includes: new valve, mounting, balancing and disposal of the old tires. Good luck! Maris
I think he opens at 8 o'clock. What does Tire Rack want for these tires? Charlie usually charges what Tire Rack charges, but includes: new valve, mounting, balancing and disposal of the old tires. Good luck! Maris
03-05-2002, 07:30 AM
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Re: Charlie
Originally posted by CLS899
Good morning Scooter,
I think he opens at 8 o'clock. What does Tire Rack want for these tires? Charlie usually charges what Tire Rack charges, but includes: new valve, mounting, balancing and disposal of the old tires. Good luck! Maris
Good morning Scooter,
I think he opens at 8 o'clock. What does Tire Rack want for these tires? Charlie usually charges what Tire Rack charges, but includes: new valve, mounting, balancing and disposal of the old tires. Good luck! Maris
03-05-2002, 08:37 AM
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Originally posted by TypeSKid
As soon as my tax $$$ gets back I'm getting the Bridgestone S03's and comptech sways.
As soon as my tax $$$ gets back I'm getting the Bridgestone S03's and comptech sways.
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03-05-2002, 09:26 AM
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I got the same size 215 50 17. I know there's another size thats a bit bigger but it has a lower weight rating and the installer cautioned against it. (It is cheaper though--go figure).
Finally got up to 'normal' highway speeds this moring on my way to work. A definite improvement. Theses tires seem to absorb a lot more of the road imperfections and they are definitely quieter.
Finally got up to 'normal' highway speeds this moring on my way to work. A definite improvement. Theses tires seem to absorb a lot more of the road imperfections and they are definitely quieter.
03-05-2002, 10:04 AM
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Originally posted by Scooter
u sure u want a summer tire if u live in DC??? im just playing Devil's Advocate here, nothing more
u sure u want a summer tire if u live in DC??? im just playing Devil's Advocate here, nothing more
SCOOTER:
Absolutely. I've never driven my CL nor has it ever SEEN snow.
I don't need an all season tire!
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