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Offline SoL

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Some tyre questions
« on: July 23, 2009, 01:35:13 PM »
Hello guys, just a few questions about tires.

I got my car 2nd hand a couple years ago, and it already came with Falken ZIEX-326 tires. 205/50R16 with rims. Right now, the tyre are very noisy, and I can't even stand the noise inside the car. Tyre mileage at 40k now.

I'm considering changing to a quieter set, since performance isn't my concern. I've heard great reviews of Hankook K415 and Bridgestone GR-80s. Are those available in 16" size? If now, how much would it cost to change rims to 15" and tires together. Got trade-in for this kind of thing?
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Offline bulleth9

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Re: Some tyre questions
« Reply #1 on: July 23, 2009, 04:11:22 PM »
Hi SOL,

I was on Falken 326 too but did not like the noise or wet handling as the tires then to skid when i start on stand still or hard braking in the Rain.

I have recently change to Hankook V8 205/15 R16 for about $476 for 4 tires at the Hankook agent and they are much better at braking and wet handling, in addition, the steering is lighter too.

Not sure about channging rims will save you money unless you are thinking of 2nd hand rims.

Regards
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Offline SoL

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Re: Some tyre questions
« Reply #2 on: July 23, 2009, 06:30:45 PM »
What about your old tires? Trade-in? Hankook now got promo, so I thinking of changing now. Right now primary concern is road noise, I'm ok with the grip of my current 326.
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Offline clarence

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Re: Some tyre questions
« Reply #3 on: July 23, 2009, 11:33:32 PM »
If you are concerned about rd noise, then the orig tyre size 185/65R15 is best for you.

You can check if anyone here is willing to do a swap of their orig 15" rims with you.

205/50R16 tyres are more expensive than stock 185/65R15 tyres.


205/50R16
http://www.tyrepac.com/Form/B2C/Home.aspx?type=TyresSearch&width=205&size=16&profile=50&season=all&brand=All&source=Home


185/65R15
http://www.tyrepac.com/Form/B2C/Home.aspx?type=TyresSearch&width=185&size=15&profile=65&season=all&brand=All&source=Home
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Offline kenmaine1008

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Re: Some tyre questions
« Reply #4 on: July 24, 2009, 01:45:57 PM »
hmm.. i using falken 912.. i find it better than the stock.. in terms of grip.. maybe a tiny bit of noise...  :thumbsup:

oh.. mine is 205 50 16 too.

rims get tw one.. its cheaper...
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Re: Some tyre questions
« Reply #5 on: July 25, 2009, 03:16:31 PM »
Quote from: kenmaine1008 on July 24, 2009, 01:45:57 PM
hmm.. i using falken 912.. i find it better than the stock.. in terms of grip.. maybe a tiny bit of noise...  :thumbsup:

oh.. mine is 205 50 16 too.

rims get tw one.. its cheaper...

cheaper may be heavier...
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Offline alibaba

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Re: Some tyre questions
« Reply #6 on: August 03, 2009, 11:43:40 AM »
hi guys,

Am on stock tyres & rims now, mileage is abt 40k, thinking of changing to 16" size. Main criteria for tyres is quiet and comfort.

Thinking of changing to Hankook V8 205/15 R16, as the reviews seems to be very good.

Btw, does Hankook change rims also?? What is the cost I am looking at for the rim change?? (if I am looking at rims that are lighter than the stock rims)...

Appreciate if any bro can shed some light.  Need to plan out the budget :)Thanks!


Bro Sol,
Have you changed your tyres yet? Any feedback on your new tyres?

Regards.
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Offline tao

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Re: Some tyre questions
« Reply #7 on: August 03, 2009, 12:02:03 PM »
If your criteria is comfort and quietness, you may consider the Yokohama ASPEC DB. It does have complains regarding wet weather performance in its 15" version but from 16" 205 thread onwards, due to the greater surface area contact, its wet performance is decent for a comfort tyre. Saying this because that is what I am using and it is also recommended and used by my workshop boss.

The Hankook V8 seems very good as well, just a little more noisy I think but with better wet weather grip.
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Offline vortex

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Re: Some tyre questions
« Reply #8 on: August 03, 2009, 12:44:53 PM »
Quote from: kenmaine1008 on July 24, 2009, 01:45:57 PM
hmm.. i using falken 912.. i find it better than the stock.. in terms of grip.. maybe a tiny bit of noise...  :thumbsup:

oh.. mine is 205 50 16 too.

Same specs as mine.
Wet performance - excellent at 100 - 110 km/hr
Stability - improves a lot since it's a 16" rim
Noise - to me seems better than stock

No regret till now.
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Re: Some tyre questions
« Reply #9 on: August 03, 2009, 10:04:41 PM »
Quote from: vortex on August 03, 2009, 12:44:53 PM
Same specs as mine.
Wet performance - excellent at 100 - 110 km/hr
Stability - improves a lot since it's a 16" rim
Noise - to me seems better than stock

No regret till now.

The noise will increase after 10K and 20K mileage.
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Re: Some tyre questions
« Reply #10 on: August 03, 2009, 10:42:57 PM »
Quote from: Jazz on August 03, 2009, 10:04:41 PM
The noise will increase after 10K and 20K mileage.
thats the general complain for falken tires....
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Offline kenmaine1008

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Re: Some tyre questions
« Reply #11 on: August 04, 2009, 02:11:39 AM »
Quote from: vortex on August 03, 2009, 12:44:53 PM
Same specs as mine.
Wet performance - excellent at 100 - 110 km/hr
Stability - improves a lot since it's a 16" rim
Noise - to me seems better than stock

No regret till now.

yea.. so far so gd.. but thailand made..  :zipped:
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see the light when turn green~
see my super chio rim~
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u may think u reach there faster then can order ur ice cream

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Re: Some tyre questions
« Reply #12 on: August 04, 2009, 08:12:51 AM »
Quote from: tayyw76 on August 03, 2009, 10:42:57 PM
thats the general complain for falken tires....

Thought that's a general phenomenum of tyres due to wear and tear. Even heard of some less than 10k got noise problem. This tyre is quite a all rounder as compare with other falkens. Also got not much choices when I traded in my stock.
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Re: Some tyre questions
« Reply #13 on: August 04, 2009, 10:13:34 AM »
Quote from: Jazz on August 03, 2009, 10:04:41 PM
The noise will increase after 10K and 20K mileage.

Exactly, mine is at 33k km. Sound like a tank when driving at AYE stretch that is near to Jurong Birdpark. But overall dry and wet grip is still satisfactory
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Offline alibaba

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Re: Some tyre questions
« Reply #14 on: August 04, 2009, 11:04:32 AM »
hi guys,

Thanks for sharing your comments and experiences! I have some options such as Yokohama and Falken besides Hankook for tyres  ;D

Btw, does anyone know what is the damage like to change the rims to 16"?? How much should I budget for the 4 rims huh?? Not very particular about made in which country, as long as it is lighter than the stock rim...
Your feedback and comments will be much appreciated!

Thanks & regards.
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Re: Some tyre questions
« Reply #15 on: August 04, 2009, 02:03:03 PM »
Quote from: kenmaine1008 on August 04, 2009, 02:11:39 AM
yea.. so far so gd.. but thailand made..  :zipped:

It should be alright to purchase made in Thailand I guess, my PP2 also made in Thailand and F1 GSD3 also made in Thailand.
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Re: Some tyre questions
« Reply #16 on: August 04, 2009, 02:10:46 PM »
Quote from: vortex on August 04, 2009, 08:12:51 AM
Thought that's a general phenomenum of tyres due to wear and tear. Even heard of some less than 10k got noise problem. This tyre is quite a all rounder as compare with other falkens. Also got not much choices when I traded in my stock.

Yes, it will get noisy as mileage increased, but some tyres like GR80 which I sat in my friend's car Lancer, still quite comfortable and not so noisy as compared with other makes and brands. Hearsay like Aspec DB and DNA series also quite quiet after certain high mileage. Hope my PP2 fall into this category too.  :D
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Re: Some tyre questions
« Reply #17 on: August 04, 2009, 02:18:20 PM »
Quote from: kspchew on August 04, 2009, 10:13:34 AM
Exactly, mine is at 33k km. Sound like a tank when driving at AYE stretch that is near to Jurong Birdpark. But overall dry and wet grip is still satisfactory

Yes, I also heard many comment about the sound of a tank which I really cannot imagine.
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Re: Some tyre questions
« Reply #18 on: August 04, 2009, 02:36:24 PM »
Quote from: Jazz on August 04, 2009, 02:10:46 PM
Yes, it will get noisy as mileage increased, but some tyres like GR80 which I sat in my friend's car Lancer, still quite comfortable and not so noisy as compared with other makes and brands. Hearsay like Aspec DB and DNA series also quite quiet after certain high mileage. Hope my PP2 fall into this category too.  :D

Also heard of review about the GR80, although comfortable and quite, but the wet performance not so good. So for bros who like to chiong, need to think thrice. Anyway, though GR80 is already not in production, and being replaced by AR10, which has better wet grip performance ?

PP2 should be a better tyre in overall performance. Price is more exp than falken 912.
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Re: Some tyre questions
« Reply #19 on: August 04, 2009, 04:52:26 PM »
Quote from: vortex on August 04, 2009, 02:36:24 PM
Also heard of review about the GR80, although comfortable and quite, but the wet performance not so good. So for bros who like to chiong, need to think thrice. Anyway, though GR80 is already not in production, and being replaced by AR10, which has better wet grip performance ?

PP2 should be a better tyre in overall performance. Price is more exp than falken 912.


dun know lah, I am on GR80 for ~30k tyre still looks good. when drive in MSCP at night still can hear the "sticking" sound.  People always say this or that tyre not good in wet, at what speed you want perform in rain? Most people will slow down in rain, even at speed limit most tyre will be ok ....  unless you are those that drive 160km/h in rain on NSHW.
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