need advice on new tires

[deepcolor]

we'll after 29k on my 2009 4.6 genny, the dunnlaps are looking on the bald side. gonna look for some new ones possibly next week.

can someone reccomend a good tire for dry so cal driving ?
my criteria is maintaining a good grip like the dunnlaps gave me but also keeping the noise way down w/ a smoother and a bit cushier drive.

thanks

 

[Gunkk]

Conti Extreme Contact DWS seem a popular choice.

I have Dunlop SP Signature Sport with about 10k miles on them and they are reasonably quiet (wind noise is louder than tire noise on I-75 asphault at 80 mph) and have great grip.

See reviews on tirerack.com:

http://www.tirerack.com/survey/Surv...commentStatus=P&additionalComments=Y&index=0#

 

[Mark_888]

I would choose one of the top 4 rated tires from this list:
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/surveyresults/surveydisplay.jsp?type=GTAS

I would stay away from so-called "summer tires" since they tend to be noiser and less comfortable than others (typically designed for high performance cars).

 

[scottdk]

I would stay away from so-called "summer tires" since they tend to be noiser and less comfortable than others (typically designed for high performance cars

I believe this to be a problem of the past about summer tires. Years ago, summer tires could be somewhat harsh, but now have mellowed out with tire technology. There are 6 different summer tire catagorys to choose from these days and some of the comfortable tires mentioned on the forum are placed in one of the six, i.e. Bridgestone Turenza, Continental DW and more.

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/types/tiretype.jsp


Extreme Performance Summer
You want extreme dry street performance and are willing to trade some comfort and hydroplaning resistance to get it.

Max Performance SummerYou want an unsurpassed blend of dry and wet street traction and handling and only the finest will do.

Ultra High Performance SummerYou want an outstanding blend of dry and wet street traction and handling.

High Performance SummerYou want a good blend of dry and wet street performance when "re-tiring" your sports coupe or sedan.

Grand Touring SummerYou want a good blend of dry and wet street performance along with responsive handling and noise and ride comfort.

Track & Competition DOTYou want D.O.T.-legal street tires for autocross, racetrack or rally performance

 

[homeofstone]

I would choose one of the top 4 rated tires from this list:
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/surveyresults/surveydisplay.jsp?type=GTAS

I would stay away from so-called "summer tires" since they tend to be noiser and less comfortable than others (typically designed for high performance cars).

I agree. I have the Bridgestone Turanza Serenity and have used them for the last 5 years on an Acura and now on the Genny, great tire. Also you should consider the Continental contact DWS.

 

[homeofstone]

I believe this to be a problem of the past about summer tires. Years ago, summer tires could be somewhat harsh, but now have mellowed out with tire technology. There are 6 different summer tire catagorys to choose from these days and some of the comfortable tires mentioned on the forum are placed in one of the six, i.e. Bridgestone Turenza, Continental DW and more.

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/types/tiretype.jsp


Extreme Performance Summer
You want extreme dry street performance and are willing to trade some comfort and hydroplaning resistance to get it.

Max Performance SummerYou want an unsurpassed blend of dry and wet street traction and handling and only the finest will do.

Ultra High Performance SummerYou want an outstanding blend of dry and wet street traction and handling.

High Performance SummerYou want a good blend of dry and wet street performance when "re-tiring" your sports coupe or sedan.

Grand Touring SummerYou want a good blend of dry and wet street performance along with responsive handling and noise and ride comfort.

Track & Competition DOTYou want D.O.T.-legal street tires for autocross, racetrack or rally performance

Generally these categories are correct, however tire manufactures can call their tires what they want, there is no standard in the industry. That is why for instance the Bridgestone Serenity (Grand touring all season) performs similar to the Continental extreme contact DWS (ultra High perfromance all season). So check the performance and take what category the tire is placed in with a grain of salt.

 

[scottdk]

Generally these categories are correct, however tire manufactures can call their tires what they want, there is no standard in the industry. That is why for instance the Bridgestone Serenity (Grand touring all season) performs similar to the Continental extreme contact DWS (ultra High perfromance all season). So check the performance and take what category the tire is placed in with a grain of salt.

Good points Stone. The reviews on Tirerack.com would also be a good place for research as to see where specific tires land in peoples' opinions.

 

[krazyfiend]

Considering that Continental owns General Tire (i.e. consolidation of production lines)...

The newest, best bang for the buck 'all-season' (or 'no-season' as some call them) tire out there seems to be the General Gmax AS-03 (it's the follow-up to the Exclaim UHP). They are being heralded in early user reviews as well as various print/web publications.

http://www.modified.com/roadtests/modp-1110-general-tire-g-max-as-03/index.html

http://www.roadandtrack.com/special-report/tire-review-general-tire-g-max-as-03

http://www.drivingthenation.com/?p=3165

 

[CC4.6]

My 2012 4.6 came with the Michelin Greren Enery Saver A/S. Just did a google search and came up with this Tire Rack video and test results:

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=Michelin&tireModel=Energy+Saver+A/S

I've had no problems with them after 10K miles. Seem quiet and handling is fine.

 

[Sal Collaziano]

We really need more staff here. Any takers? This topic should have been posted - or moved - into the "tires" forum...

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[deepcolor]

i like the rating for the Michelin Primacy MXV4 , anyone have any experience w/ these or opinion?
thanks
edit: whoops, those won't fit, so looks like i'll be going w/ the bridgestone serenity
980.00 out the door @ costco

 

[Mark_888]

i like the rating for the Michelin Primacy MXV4 , anyone have any experience w/ these or opinion?
thanks

I have these on my Genesis V6 with 17" wheels and they are outstanding tires. However, I don't believe they are available in the specific size used to match the Genesis 18" OEM tires (check the size chart on TireRack.com).

 

[deepcolor]

I have these on my Genesis V6 with 17" wheels and they are outstanding tires. However, I don't believe they are available in the specific size used to match the Genesis 18" OEM tires (check the size chart on TireRack.com).

ya i just saw that, so looks like i'll be going w/ the bridgestone serenity at 980.00 otd

 

[Mark_888]

ya i just saw that, so looks like i'll be going w/ the bridgestone serenity at 980.00 otd

Costco is offering $70 off on a set of 4 Bridgestones until April 1st. Even if you are not a member, this would pay for your $50 annual membership fee. They provide free rotations, free rebalancing, free nitrogen, free repair (if possible), etc, and I would highly recommend them. Discount Tire is also good.

 

[deepcolor]

Costco is offering $70 off on a set of 4 Bridgestones until April 1st. Even if you are not a member, this would pay for your $50 annual membership fee. They provide free rotations, free rebalancing, free nitrogen, free repair (if possible), etc, and I would highly recommend them. Discount Tire is also good.

cool, thanks.

 

[deepcolor]

conti pro contact vs bridgestone serenity ??

the conti pro contacts are 100 bucks cheaper, but on tire rack, they're rated a bit lower compared to the bridgestones.

what do you guys think?

also, are you slowed down at all by going from a touring performance tire, vs the sport dunlaps i currently have?
thanks

ps discount tire was only 15 bucks higher than costco (995.00) for the bridgestones, but they are throwing in 2 free tickets to 6 flags and a free oil change. this also applies for any purchase over 600.00