What brand tire?

Hethj7 · 07-29-2002, 05:55 PM

I need an all season tire that will perform well in snow and rain for my Stang. I don't won't to spend a ton of money here....hopefully about $120 a tire. What do you guys recommend?

Kamaro Killer · 07-29-2002, 07:25 PM

Here in California, I can't even remember the last time it rained.

Sorry, couldn't resist

Hethj7 · 07-29-2002, 09:28 PM

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Originally posted by Kamaro Killer
Here in California, I can't even remember the last time it rained. Sorry, couldn't resist

Ha ha, all you guys in the nice weather are real funny

!

Well, I decided on the Yokahoma Avid series tire. Sounds like it may be a decent performance tire and still get me around in the snow (yea, Kamaro Killer....it snows in Missouri

!)

When I get the new wheels and tires on I will try to get pics up with them and that Maaco paint job (still looking good btw).

PKRWUD · 07-29-2002, 10:45 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Hethj7
I need an all season tire that will perform well in snow and rain for my Stang. I don't won't to spend a ton of money here....hopefully about $120 a tire. What do you guys recommend?

Call me strange, but I'm kinda partial to the round ones. If they can hold air, that's a real plus, too!

Good luck!

Take care,
~Chris

Crazy Horse GT · 07-30-2002, 12:40 AM

well for 125.00 each i bought some falkens, they ride better than the crapyear's & even filled in some of the 4x4 space, just my .02, cya.

Hethj7 · 07-30-2002, 10:26 AM

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Originally posted by PKRWUD

Call me strange, but I'm kinda partial to the round ones. If they can hold air, that's a real plus, too!

Good luck!

Take care,
~Chris

Really? I am kind of partial to the solid rubber ones like my tricycle used to have. That way I don't have to worry about flats

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Bake · 07-30-2002, 10:39 AM

I use Pirelli P400 Touring tires, they seem to be good in all conditions, much better than the stock tires my car came with, i got them from my ford dealership for $450CND for the set because they gave me a discount because i bought the tires through them. i dont know if they are actualy good compared to others, but they seem pretty good to me.

Stang Runner · 07-30-2002, 06:26 PM

I have Kuho's 712's on my car they work nicly for a street tires and they will not brake the Bank Ithere.

07-31-2002, 01:26 AM

i know these aren't the best tires for some people. but i've always liked my bf goodrich radial t/a's they have been great for me.

0h n0 5.0 · 07-31-2002, 09:39 PM

i'm ridin on 245 17 HTR all weather sumitomos, bought em through my shop for 4 somthin including mounting and balancing them on my 17' cobra R's. not bad. so much better than those bald 255 16's that came with her...

i've heard some funnie things about all weather nitto's in wet an snow, so be wary.

Mr 5 0 · 08-01-2002, 09:26 AM

For what it's worth, I recently installed a set of Yokahama tires on my LX and so far, I love them. I have the Sears equivalent of the AVID H4 series. ($80. each). I haven't done much driving in the rain (haven't had much here lately) but they grip well and ride smooth. I have high hopes.

They replaced a very worn set of Firestone Firehawk SZ50's that were great - for about 10,000 miles - then gave up all signs of traction - and tread - by 15,000 miles. Never again.

I decided that I don't need a V or Z rated tire as I never go over 120 mph and the softer rubber compounds, while great for traction and cornering, are short-lived on a daily driver and basically a waste of money if you don't either drag race or road race - a lot.

I wish you well with your new Yokohama's. Let's compare notes in about six months and see how they work out.

Coupe Devil · 08-01-2002, 09:42 AM

When I had a street Stang I ran Continental Touring Tires. Held up real well, great in the rain. Had a good tread design that promoted longer life. I put bout 20 thousand on them, sold the car and the guy that has it now is still running them.

I will get the exact series from teh guy tonight maybe.

Brad

Mustangbelle306 · 08-01-2002, 10:48 AM

I love my Yokos. I've had many brand shoes on my pony, and although the Michelion Pilots were my fave, my current AVS Sports are EXCELLENT. However, at $260 a tire + shipping, I don't want to buy many of them

I run the A520 on the front, and those are good performers as well. I don't drive the car everyday, so I'm not TOO worried about treadwear (Honda is the daily mule

)

08-02-2002, 06:24 AM

I don't see much snow here but I'll vote for the BFG T/As as well. Back when my stang was stock I ran those and Potenzas(once), I could get an honest 2 years out of the BFGs. I also think they look cool with the white letters. What size rims do you have, stock size?

BTW, worst tires I've ever owned were Ohitsu. I had those on the back of the Cobra and they really sucked.

PKRWUD · 08-02-2002, 06:44 AM

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Originally posted by RBatson II
I could get an honest 2 years out of the BFGs.

LOL. Depends on how you drive. The only T/A's I ever owned were the brand new ones that were on my '69 SS when I bought it. The back two were showing belts within 8 days. Of course, I was going from a 72 hp Datsun to a 325 hp big block Chevelle.

Take care,
~Chris

08-02-2002, 06:49 AM

HAHAHA!! I remember you posting that you didn't like them in the Tech forum. I've smoked the back tires with the current ones and once I smoked the neighborhood up, LOL! They still have 'some' tread left. I should got out and take a picture of them. I had good luck when the stang was stock but ... nowadays, they just don't cut it even in 265s. I get on it at 30 and just spin.

PKRWUD · 08-02-2002, 07:06 AM

Hey, looks like you got control of your name again! What happened?

08-02-2002, 07:12 AM

I don't know but I lost it again

PKRWUD · 08-02-2002, 07:23 AM

Classic. Rick, what is it with you and this site??? I'm thinking you're cursed or something.

Take care,
~Chris

WADS56 · 08-02-2002, 09:43 AM

I Just put a set of BFG's on my car. I orderd them from Summit for something like 100.00 a tire. They are a great tire that get good traction. I recomend them.
Wade

07-29-2002, 05:55 PM	#1
Hethj7 Mizzou Tigers Join Date: Apr 1999 Location: weston, MO United States Posts: 1,455	What brand tire? I need an all season tire that will perform well in snow and rain for my Stang. I don't won't to spend a ton of money here....hopefully about $120 a tire. What do you guys recommend? __________________ 2006 Mustang GT 1990 LX GT-40 motor 262 horsepower, 307ft-lbs (sold but forever loved) 1998 Contour SVT Rice Haters Club Member #244

07-29-2002, 07:25 PM	#2
Kamaro Killer Mustang Enthusiast Join Date: Mar 2002 Posts: 528	Sorry, can't help you with that Here in California, I can't even remember the last time it rained. Sorry, couldn't resist __________________ 1993 GT 5.0-My Stang Rice Hater's Club Member 22

07-30-2002, 12:40 AM	#5
Crazy Horse GT Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Sale Creek, TN. C. S. A. Posts: 4,652	well for 125.00 each i bought some falkens, they ride better than the crapyear's & even filled in some of the 4x4 space, just my .02, cya. __________________ 95 gt vert, lot's of stuff, it aint slow. 04 sonic blue v - six my beater 89 rs camaro iroc turbo hood, other stuff, my wifes ride 84 lx stang cammed up 289 hi po, etc 65 falcon, maybe by the year 2020. black 00gt, gone but never forgotten. R H C- member # 1 o.b.c. da prez- member # 1 if your under 40 dont ask. goodbye for now odie,r.i.p. 11-27-03

07-30-2002, 06:26 PM	#8
Stang Runner Registered Member Join Date: Jun 1999 Location: Walker, MI, USA Posts: 1,202	I have Kuho's 712's on my car they work nicly for a street tires and they will not brake the Bank Ithere. __________________ Engine: steel mounts, Under drive pulleys, K&N, GT-40 Intake ported Lower, No power steering, No A/C, Mac cold intake, 65MM TB, 255 Fuel pump, 24's, AFR 165 58cc, Rocker Arms 1.7with the stock Cam, 1 5/8 short headers, offRoad X-pipe Drive Train: 3.55, T-5 with a Pro 5.0 shifter 12.656@107.71MPH See It at www.T-racing.com/mustang.htm

07-31-2002, 09:39 PM	#10
0h n0 5.0 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Birmingham, Alabama Posts: 371	i'm ridin on 245 17 HTR all weather sumitomos, bought em through my shop for 4 somthin including mounting and balancing them on my 17' cobra R's. not bad. so much better than those bald 255 16's that came with her... i've heard some funnie things about all weather nitto's in wet an snow, so be wary. __________________ 0h n0 5.0 Alias:94five0, Vr00m, Black Shuck 1994 GT 5.0l

07-30-2002, 10:39 AM	#7
Bake Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Ancaster Posts: 35	I use Pirelli P400 Touring tires, they seem to be good in all conditions, much better than the stock tires my car came with, i got them from my ford dealership for $450CND for the set because they gave me a discount because i bought the tires through them. i dont know if they are actualy good compared to others, but they seem pretty good to me.

07-31-2002, 01:26 AM	#9
digital3.3 Guest Posts: n/a	i know these aren't the best tires for some people. but i've always liked my bf goodrich radial t/a's they have been great for me.

08-01-2002, 09:26 AM	#11
Mr 5 0 Conservative Individualist Join Date: May 1997 Location: Wherever I need to be Posts: 7,487	Yokohama Avids For what it's worth, I recently installed a set of Yokahama tires on my LX and so far, I love them. I have the Sears equivalent of the AVID H4 series. ($80. each). I haven't done much driving in the rain (haven't had much here lately) but they grip well and ride smooth. I have high hopes. They replaced a very worn set of Firestone Firehawk SZ50's that were great - for about 10,000 miles - then gave up all signs of traction - and tread - by 15,000 miles. Never again. I decided that I don't need a V or Z rated tire as I never go over 120 mph and the softer rubber compounds, while great for traction and cornering, are short-lived on a daily driver and basically a waste of money if you don't either drag race or road race - a lot. I wish you well with your new Yokohama's. Let's compare notes in about six months and see how they work out.

08-01-2002, 09:42 AM	#12
Coupe Devil Moderator Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Myrtle Beach SC Posts: 1,643	When I had a street Stang I ran Continental Touring Tires. Held up real well, great in the rain. Had a good tread design that promoted longer life. I put bout 20 thousand on them, sold the car and the guy that has it now is still running them. I will get the exact series from teh guy tonight maybe. Brad __________________ 1990 GT, 347, TFS TW Heads, TFS Cam, TFS Track heat, Twin turbos, FMIC, T5. Built Ford Tough Moderator

08-01-2002, 10:48 AM	#13
Mustangbelle306 Yay for Chickys Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 1,532	I love my Yokos. I've had many brand shoes on my pony, and although the Michelion Pilots were my fave, my current AVS Sports are EXCELLENT. However, at $260 a tire + shipping, I don't want to buy many of them I run the A520 on the front, and those are good performers as well. I don't drive the car everyday, so I'm not TOO worried about treadwear (Honda is the daily mule )

08-02-2002, 06:24 AM	#14
RBatson II Guest Posts: n/a	I don't see much snow here but I'll vote for the BFG T/As as well. Back when my stang was stock I ran those and Potenzas(once), I could get an honest 2 years out of the BFGs. I also think they look cool with the white letters. What size rims do you have, stock size? BTW, worst tires I've ever owned were Ohitsu. I had those on the back of the Cobra and they really sucked.

08-02-2002, 06:49 AM	#16
rbatson Guest Posts: n/a	HAHAHA!! I remember you posting that you didn't like them in the Tech forum. I've smoked the back tires with the current ones and once I smoked the neighborhood up, LOL! They still have 'some' tread left. I should got out and take a picture of them. I had good luck when the stang was stock but ... nowadays, they just don't cut it even in 265s. I get on it at 30 and just spin.

08-02-2002, 07:06 AM	#17
PKRWUD Junior Member Join Date: Mar 1999 Location: Ventura, California Posts: 8,981	Hey, looks like you got control of your name again! What happened? __________________ Webmaster: Rice Haters Club Jim Porter Racing Peckerwoods Pit Stop Support Your Local RED & WHITE!

08-02-2002, 07:12 AM	#18
RBatson II Guest Posts: n/a	I don't know but I lost it again

08-02-2002, 07:23 AM	#19
PKRWUD Junior Member Join Date: Mar 1999 Location: Ventura, California Posts: 8,981	Classic. Rick, what is it with you and this site??? I'm thinking you're cursed or something. Take care, ~Chris __________________ Webmaster: Rice Haters Club Jim Porter Racing Peckerwoods Pit Stop Support Your Local RED & WHITE!

08-02-2002, 09:43 AM	#20
WADS56 gear banger Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: CHICAGO Posts: 1,144	I Just put a set of BFG's on my car. I orderd them from Summit for something like 100.00 a tire. They are a great tire that get good traction. I recomend them. Wade __________________ 79 Hatch: NA 347, Stage 2 Canfield Heads, Victor JR. Intake, Blueprinted Holley 750 HP, Solid Roller Cam, Shooting for 10's on motor 93 LX: Tremec, dual friction clutch, fms flywheel, Hedman shorties, O/R H-pipe Ricer hater's club member #49