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03-10-2003, 11:17 AM | #1 |
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Radial T/A vs. Comp T/A ZR
Looking to put 225 or 245 rubber on all 4 corners in a 90 GT. Radial T/A vs. Comp T/A ZR?
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03-10-2003, 04:47 PM | #2 |
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Aren't they totally different tires as far as price/quality? I'm sure the Comp T/A zr would be way better as far as handling, etc. but they're gonna cost a bunch more.
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03-10-2003, 10:37 PM | #3 |
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A BFG radial T/A is an S-speed rated tire with a softer sidewall and worse handling characteristics than the Z rated Comp T/A you're looking at. In fact, auto manufacturers recommend not using a tire with a lower speed rating that stock which in the case of a fox mustang GT, is a V-speed rated tire ('87-'93). An H-rated tire would be good enough for most performance use, but an S-speed rated tire is more of a higher mileage, lower cost, lower performance type driving tire.
Also what size rim are you using, is it a 15, 16 or 17 inch rim? I would definately go with the comp T/A if those are your options. It's a good wearing/handling tire so it should be good for sprited driving.
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03-10-2003, 11:02 PM | #4 |
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I'm running stock 15x7 turbines with 225/60 15 Dunlop D60 A2, don't like em! I do like white lettering.......
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03-11-2003, 12:17 PM | #5 |
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Well, I'm still debating which tire to go with.....but I want to go with a little wider rubber all around, which tire will fit the 15x7 turbines and not cause problems up front? How does the 245/60-15 sound?
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03-11-2003, 07:34 PM | #6 |
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I've got the BFG Comp T/A ZRs on my Mustang. Overall they are a nice cruising tire. I like them. Definitely not a very sticky tire tough I've got the 245's mounted on my stock 'pony' wheels. If you'd like to see a pic, you can under the media center under my user name.
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