What tire would u get if money was no object?
05-25-2001, 07:18 PM
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What tire would u get if money was no object?
I am gonna choose in between the..
1) Bridgestone Potenza RE730
2) Toyo T-1S Proxies
Which one whould u choose?
And what are the exact model and size I need of each tire?
Thanks guys!
1) Bridgestone Potenza RE730
2) Toyo T-1S Proxies
Which one whould u choose?
And what are the exact model and size I need of each tire?
Thanks guys!
05-25-2001, 07:29 PM
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<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by StonedCL:
I am gonna choose in between the..
1) Bridgestone Potenza RE730
2) Toyo T-1S Proxies
Which one whould u choose?
And what are the exact model and size I need of each tire?
Thanks guys!</font>
I am gonna choose in between the..
1) Bridgestone Potenza RE730
2) Toyo T-1S Proxies
Which one whould u choose?
And what are the exact model and size I need of each tire?
Thanks guys!</font>
You said price was not object...
I still like my Toyos (do I sound like I don't like them).
I would be curious and would consider the S-03. I do think that technology changes very fast, and the newer tires like the re-730 and toyos seem to be great tires.
I bought my tires on a price = no concern basis. One of things that made me go with the Toyo was the great reviews (wet, dry, etc), new technology, aggressive tire tread, rim protection, and better than stock load rating (and even XL rating).
Would you be our S-03 tester?
(just my opinion)
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05-25-2001, 07:31 PM
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<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by EricL:
Would you be our S-03 tester?
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Would you be our S-03 tester?
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The S-02s are actually better than the S-03s...Toyos are pretty good...but the S-02s are the best on the market right now.
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05-25-2001, 07:40 PM
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<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by StonedCL:
What company makes them , and what size are they that i need and how much they cost?
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What company makes them , and what size are they that i need and how much they cost?
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Here is the link to the Tire Rack page:
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/bridgestone/bs_s03.jsp
S-03 Picture:
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[This message has been edited by EricL (edited 05-25-2001).]
05-25-2001, 07:49 PM
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<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by moomaster_99:
The S-02s are actually better than the S-03s...Toyos are pretty good...but the S-02s are the best on the market right now.
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The S-02s are actually better than the S-03s...Toyos are pretty good...but the S-02s are the best on the market right now.
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I've talked to some people, and depending on the car, they prefer the Toyo T1S Proxies.
There are a lot of people who see tire tests, etc. One of the things that is interesting to note is:
1. Different magazines within a 1 year period will pick completely different tires as their winners (The link I posted to the re-720 site comes to mind).
The test tires on different cars -- and different tires react differently depending on their size, the car, and the surface.
Ever notice how many compounds they use at different race tracks, and that is for the same car.
Also, as a note, did you notice in the latest (or near latest issue) or Motor Trend that they are going to be using Toyo T1S Proxies in a 245/40-18 on those beefed up S4 race series Audis. The cars did pretty well compared to race rubber. (I know 3 seconds is a lot [per lap], but compared to full race rubber.)
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05-25-2001, 07:52 PM
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S03s are the continuation of the S02 evolution. The S03 tire is the best tire Bridgestone makes currently. I agree with Eric.
The second best tire for me would be the Michelin Pilot Sport. BMW did not chose that tire as OEM for their M3 for no reason.
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The second best tire for me would be the Michelin Pilot Sport. BMW did not chose that tire as OEM for their M3 for no reason.
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05-25-2001, 07:57 PM
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Do any of these tire bulge out a little more then the stock ones to prevent my NEW rims from scratching?
05-25-2001, 08:00 PM
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<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by StonedCL:
Do any of these tire bulge out a little more then the stock ones to prevent my NEW rims from scratching?</font>
Do any of these tire bulge out a little more then the stock ones to prevent my NEW rims from scratching?</font>
You will have to be very careful about the alignments (as I noted).
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- Mud guards
- Wheel locks
- Toyo T1S 235/45ZR17-97W* Proxies on 17x8" SSR Competition wheels (48lbs less than stock)
- Kevlar/SS Brake lines w/Brembos?
- Comptech headers & sways
- Silver AEM CAI
- 10 coats of Zaino magic
05-25-2001, 08:05 PM
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<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by EricL:
The Toyo T1S does in a 235/45-17,
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The Toyo T1S does in a 235/45-17,
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Anyone have this tire, and if so how do u guys like it?
05-26-2001, 12:14 AM
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How would 225/55 17s look on our Car ? I don't really want to go LOWER Profile. Would this tire Be ok ?
<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by StonedCL:
I am gonna choose in between the..
1) Bridgestone Potenza RE730
2) Toyo T-1S Proxies
Which one whould u choose?
And what are the exact model and size I need of each tire?
Thanks guys!</font>
I am gonna choose in between the..
1) Bridgestone Potenza RE730
2) Toyo T-1S Proxies
Which one whould u choose?
And what are the exact model and size I need of each tire?
Thanks guys!</font>
05-26-2001, 03:40 PM
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StonedCL: I would, I mean DID, go with the TOYO Proxes T1-S in the 235/45-17.
Of course, I also am, I mean DID, put them on new rims.
They got put on just this morning. So far, and it IS raining, so good. I can tell the difference even at slow speeds.
Good luck.
Of course, I also am, I mean DID, put them on new rims.
They got put on just this morning. So far, and it IS raining, so good. I can tell the difference even at slow speeds.
Good luck.
05-26-2001, 05:32 PM
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I got Toyo Proxes 225/45x17 ZRs. The tire guy said 235's would rub and other people on this board with 235's have had some rubbing, especially if you get lowered springs. I did the COmptech springs. The way I fly around corners made me absolutely avoid anything even close to rubbing - it could be deadly. Anyway, the tires are great. A little hum here and there, moreso after a month of wear actually, but they ride well and stick like glue and are very steering responsive. I'd save the extra money you'll pay for the s-03s or Pilot Sports.
My 2c., Kevin
I got Toyo Proxes 225/45x17 ZRs. The tire guy said 235's would rub and other people on this board with 235's have had some rubbing, especially if you get lowered springs. I did the COmptech springs. The way I fly around corners made me absolutely avoid anything even close to rubbing - it could be deadly. Anyway, the tires are great. A little hum here and there, moreso after a month of wear actually, but they ride well and stick like glue and are very steering responsive. I'd save the extra money you'll pay for the s-03s or Pilot Sports.
My 2c., Kevin
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Being that money was an object, I got the Potenza S-02 Pole Positions from Tire Rack. They're being discounted since the S-03's have just arrived.
The S-02PP's in 215/45R17 were $140, until they're all gone. They should be nearly as cheap in CL sizes.
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The S-02PP's in 215/45R17 were $140, until they're all gone. They should be nearly as cheap in CL sizes.
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<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by The Colonel:
StoneCL,
I got Toyo Proxes 225/45x17 ZRs. The tire guy said 235's would rub and other people on this board with 235's have had some rubbing, especially if you get lowered springs. I did the COmptech springs. The way I fly around corners made me absolutely avoid anything even close to rubbing - it could be deadly. Anyway, the tires are great. A little hum here and there, moreso after a month of wear actually, but they ride well and stick like glue and are very steering responsive. I'd save the extra money you'll pay for the s-03s or Pilot Sports.
My 2c., Kevin</font>
StoneCL,
I got Toyo Proxes 225/45x17 ZRs. The tire guy said 235's would rub and other people on this board with 235's have had some rubbing, especially if you get lowered springs. I did the COmptech springs. The way I fly around corners made me absolutely avoid anything even close to rubbing - it could be deadly. Anyway, the tires are great. A little hum here and there, moreso after a month of wear actually, but they ride well and stick like glue and are very steering responsive. I'd save the extra money you'll pay for the s-03s or Pilot Sports.
My 2c., Kevin</font>
And you put those on the stock rims?
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anything that comes with some free 19" chromies in em. 
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So guys whats the exact tire size that I need.
I gotta tell the shop tommorrow.
I gotta tell the shop tommorrow.
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<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by frederix:
235/45-17</font>
235/45-17</font>
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