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Old 07-08-2004, 09:29 AM
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I know there have been many posts on tires. After 25,000 miles I need to replace orig Michelins. Need 235 45 17. Need to have all season for some rain and snow. Speed rating not important. What do you suggest Thanks
Old 07-08-2004, 09:35 AM
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try the pirelli p6, they came stock on my sport pack all season
Old 07-08-2004, 09:43 AM
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Default I have P6's as well and so far so good

however, I have read of bad reports on this tire. Bad sidewalls for example.
Old 07-08-2004, 10:32 AM
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Default The Michelin Pilot Sport A/S has a lot more grip than the P6, and handles rain much better.

There's also the Toyo Proxes 4 that a number of people here would recommend.
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Default BF Goodrich G-Force KDWS. Love them so much that I've got 'em on my other cars.

Good for rain and light snow duty. Very good in the dry as well.
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Ditto, no probs at 7k miles, but lots of people on this board think they're lousy.
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Ditto...bought them for winter in Chicago area last fall...very good!
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