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how does Kumho 712 compare to stock RE040? better or worse?

   
Old 03-26-2002, 03:39 PM
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how does Kumho 712 compare to stock RE040? better or worse?
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I think anything is better than the Blowtenza RE040 !!!
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Old 03-26-2002, 04:05 PM
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Default I'm running those on stock size and wheels.
They are louder but seems to grip better.
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DITTO!
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there's always the P6000's to five em a run for worst tire over $150!
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Better in the dry and wet, not so much in the snow (that we just had!)
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