my TL stock tires are the same as my fiance's S500!!!
07-10-2003, 09:47 AM
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my TL stock tires are the same as my fiance's S500!!!
I couldn't believe it... they are the exact same tires except the size.... why did MB use those Mich's anyways?
07-10-2003, 11:54 AM
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Why? I would say that working out a deal for a good price from Mich is very high up on the list. Still is shocking that MB would choose that tire on such a high class car.
07-10-2003, 05:43 PM
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MB's used Mich tires if she bought her car in the winter/fall time or if she specifically wanted all-season tires.
Usuallly if you buy your MB/BMW in the summer time they have summer tires using the Continental Contisports
Usuallly if you buy your MB/BMW in the summer time they have summer tires using the Continental Contisports
07-10-2003, 06:09 PM
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Because overall, they are a good high quality tire for all seasons. They, however are not for high performance. For most TLers, the stock tire is more than adequate.
07-10-2003, 06:12 PM
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Can't answer the question posed, but was soooooo glad to get rid of the Mich's @ 38K. Have been driving Dunlop SP9000 245/50's on stock rims for about 17K and love 'em. Tried Pirelli's too, but too loud. . .
07-10-2003, 06:59 PM
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245/50?
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Can't answer the question posed, but was soooooo glad to get rid of the Mich's @ 38K. Have been driving Dunlop SP9000 245/50's on stock rims for about 17K and love 'em. Tried Pirelli's too, but too loud. . .
Can't answer the question posed, but was soooooo glad to get rid of the Mich's @ 38K. Have been driving Dunlop SP9000 245/50's on stock rims for about 17K and love 'em. Tried Pirelli's too, but too loud. . .
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07-11-2003, 12:16 PM
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The stock michelins are eventually terrible! They are nice for the first couple thousands of miles but their handling soon terribly degrades as the tread wears down towards half life; read around - this is a fairly common complaint.
I would spin these tires in the rain from a stop just trying to move the car.
I've ugraded to the Bridgestone Turanza LS-H and it's way better than stock except in the snow department (slightly worse).
I would spin these tires in the rain from a stop just trying to move the car.
I've ugraded to the Bridgestone Turanza LS-H and it's way better than stock except in the snow department (slightly worse).
07-11-2003, 05:43 PM
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Originally posted by badazzTL
michelin tirez own jooo
michelin tirez own jooo
07-11-2003, 08:24 PM
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A little story from 1992.
When new MB S class was developed (W140), they put on a V rated Michelins, for a top speed of 150 MPH. Well, it turned out that because of the weight of the vehicle, if the car would sit for a while, those tires developed flat spots, and would vibrate and make noise while driving.
Michelin did not have other V rated tire in that size. So, MB had to settle on H rated tire, and put in a speed limiter - 130 MPH, as much as tires would handle. Instead of replacing tire suplier...
So I gues it tells a little about the relationship they have... and why MB still uses crappy Michelins...
When new MB S class was developed (W140), they put on a V rated Michelins, for a top speed of 150 MPH. Well, it turned out that because of the weight of the vehicle, if the car would sit for a while, those tires developed flat spots, and would vibrate and make noise while driving.
Michelin did not have other V rated tire in that size. So, MB had to settle on H rated tire, and put in a speed limiter - 130 MPH, as much as tires would handle. Instead of replacing tire suplier...
So I gues it tells a little about the relationship they have... and why MB still uses crappy Michelins...
07-12-2003, 01:35 AM
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Hmm, i have been having that crap with screeching and slipping with my stock tires (under there for 48000 miles), so.. should i replace? if so, with what? (i'd prefer to keep my stock rims, considering i want to trade in for an 04 next year)
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07-12-2003, 11:11 AM
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Michelins are quiet and they choose it bcuz of this quiet thread pattern Yes it does suck in the rain, my spins and my tires got no grip either. I got 34,000 miles and will switch to a gripper one when I replace the michellins
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