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Mr 5 0 · 04-12-2002, 10:13 AM

I don't have any hard evidence to support that contention but logic tells me that a stronger tire (Z-rated) will hold up better than a tire rated for lower speeds.

I suppose manufacturer quality standards are a factor (think Firestone Wilderness and ATX tires) as is usage. Consistant high speeds on a 112 mph-rated tire would probably stress it more than it would on a 150 mph-rated tire, thus leading to possible frequent blowouts.

I've always had V or Z-rated tires on my Mustang and have never had a blowout and only one flat in 12 years.

04-12-2002, 10:13 AM	#2
Mr 5 0 Conservative Individualist Join Date: May 1997 Location: Wherever I need to be Posts: 7,487	Tire rating and blowouts I don't have any hard evidence to support that contention but logic tells me that a stronger tire (Z-rated) will hold up better than a tire rated for lower speeds. I suppose manufacturer quality standards are a factor (think Firestone Wilderness and ATX tires) as is usage. Consistant high speeds on a 112 mph-rated tire would probably stress it more than it would on a 150 mph-rated tire, thus leading to possible frequent blowouts. I've always had V or Z-rated tires on my Mustang and have never had a blowout and only one flat in 12 years.