Looks like a good alternative to the OEM that will still keep the heavy load rating
07-30-2004, 02:41 PM
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Looks like a good alternative to the OEM that will still keep the heavy load rating
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....omCompare1=yes
stiffer sidewalls means better cornering action.
stiffer sidewalls means better cornering action.
07-30-2004, 02:47 PM
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I don't believe that I've seen that fitment for that tire before. It's nice to see something other then the OEM tire in the stock size that fulfills load and speed requirements for the CL-S. I've had Yokohama Avids before (on my Subaru years ago) and they were decent four season tires, not great though.
07-30-2004, 03:00 PM
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I've got 2 avid V4s (215/50VR17) on the car now, and plan on replacing the other 2 oems when they blow out or bubble like the 1st 2 did. 23K miles, and I've already have gone thru 3 tires (bought a replacement oem on from the black market forum).
The yokos are even quieter then the stockies (and look better) too.
The yokos are even quieter then the stockies (and look better) too.
07-30-2004, 05:24 PM
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I'm going to get the Dunlop SP Sport 5000 235/45 on the stock rims tomorrow.
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07-31-2004, 12:43 AM
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I just purchased 4 of these brand new. 215/50 R17ZR. They look larger than my falkens and have a badass tread design. So far I'm loving them. 
. I seen a set of 4 for as low as $375 shipped.
I bought these tires first and returned them the next day. I didn't like these tires.
The soft sidewalls made the car feel it was steering itself
. I seen a set of 4 for as low as $375 shipped. I bought these tires first and returned them the next day. I didn't like these tires.
The soft sidewalls made the car feel it was steering itself
07-31-2004, 10:52 AM
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I just purchased 4 of these brand new. 215/50 R17ZR. They look larger than my falkens and have a badass tread design. So far I'm loving them. . I seen a set of 4 for as low as $375 shipped...
. I seen a set of 4 for as low as $375 shipped...Your ContiExtremeContact in the stock 215/50-17 size do not have the correct load rating for our car. From their data sheet, the load rating is (a mere) 90 which decreases the tire's load capacity by about 110 pounds.
10-13-2004, 11:48 AM
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These tires have been awesome so far. Very reassuring ride. Tread is a little too soft for a hard launch but for a daily driver this is a perfect tire for the money.
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Originally Posted by donduncan
I just purchased 4 of these brand new. 215/50 R17ZR. They look larger than my falkens and have a badass tread design. So far I'm loving them. . I seen a set of 4 for as low as $375 shipped.
. I seen a set of 4 for as low as $375 shipped.I currently have 40k miles on my Conti's. They provide excellent grip. They have seen close to 100 trips down the 1/4 mile strip as well so its not like I haven't been hard on them. I'm about to replace them within the next few weeks.
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Originally Posted by Slimey
You missed the point of the thread -- CBR1100XX was pointing out a tire in the stock size that has the proper load rating (which is 93 or greater for the CL Type S). Apart from the crappy OEM Michelins, there are very few of these out there.
Your ContiExtremeContact in the stock 215/50-17 size do not have the correct load rating for our car. From their data sheet, the load rating is (a mere) 90 which decreases the tire's load capacity by about 110 pounds.
Your ContiExtremeContact in the stock 215/50-17 size do not have the correct load rating for our car. From their data sheet, the load rating is (a mere) 90 which decreases the tire's load capacity by about 110 pounds.
A load rating of 90 gives the Conti's a Max load of 1323 lbs. per tire.
1323 x 4 = 5292 lbs.
Is the load rating of the OEM tires just plain overkill?
10-13-2004, 12:35 PM
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A load rating of 90 gives the Conti's a Max load of 1323 lbs. per tire.
1323 x 4 = 5292 lbs.
Is the load rating of the OEM tires just plain overkill?
1323 x 4 = 5292 lbs.
Is the load rating of the OEM tires just plain overkill?
There's more then just static weight to consider too -- each tire has to be able to sustain dynamic changes during turns, acceleration, et cetera.
10-13-2004, 12:57 PM
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Tires in the 235/45/17 size have a much higher load rating (think 92-94) than the 215/50/17. Also 235/45/17 is only .1" smaller in overall diameter and is slightly wider.
My next tires will be 235/45/17 despite the fact that 235s are recommended for 7.5"-8.5" wide wheels and we only have 7" wide wheels.
My next tires will be 235/45/17 despite the fact that 235s are recommended for 7.5"-8.5" wide wheels and we only have 7" wide wheels.
10-13-2004, 01:49 PM
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Just put a set of the Avid V4S on the car this Monday. (I'll post a report when I've got a couple K on them.) I was leaning toward the Conti's, but after re-reading the tire rack reports decided on the Yoks. So far I'm pleased - but only have about 150 miles on them.
I went with the stock size after considering the 235/45-17s. Seems like a good compromise between performance, all season, comfort (got a long commute) and price.
We'll see.
I went with the stock size after considering the 235/45-17s. Seems like a good compromise between performance, all season, comfort (got a long commute) and price.
We'll see.
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mr steve,
i believe your simple calc load capacity x 4 i'snt appropiate here.
first, the front tires on our cl are loaded static w/ 62% of vehicle weight
second, the tires under braking are loaded even more than that ratio.
third, the cl has a stated gross vehicle limit which is matched to the vehicle suspension, body/frame type and tire specifications
auto manufacturers choose specific tires to match the vehicle's characteristics, 93 load rated tires (properly inflated) with a properly maintained suspension are the correct choice for this vehicle
i believe your simple calc load capacity x 4 i'snt appropiate here.
first, the front tires on our cl are loaded static w/ 62% of vehicle weight
second, the tires under braking are loaded even more than that ratio.
third, the cl has a stated gross vehicle limit which is matched to the vehicle suspension, body/frame type and tire specifications
auto manufacturers choose specific tires to match the vehicle's characteristics, 93 load rated tires (properly inflated) with a properly maintained suspension are the correct choice for this vehicle
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