Slapped on the primacy MXV4's
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Hey everyone. Just slapped a brand new set of Michelin Primacy MXV4's today on my new '01 ES (Monday). Two things:
1) I wanted to convey at how impressed I am with this tire already, and it's only been 3 hours. Ride comfort is so smooth and noticeable, it's unbelievable. They grip the road amazing, and the ride noise is incredibly silent.
2) Because I know these are a highly rated tire, saw a bunch of you guys have them, and are all big advocates: what else can I expect from this seemingly great buy?
They were pricey, but a 60k tire including rotate and balance for the life of the tires seems like it was well worth it. Any thoughts?
1) I wanted to convey at how impressed I am with this tire already, and it's only been 3 hours. Ride comfort is so smooth and noticeable, it's unbelievable. They grip the road amazing, and the ride noise is incredibly silent.
2) Because I know these are a highly rated tire, saw a bunch of you guys have them, and are all big advocates: what else can I expect from this seemingly great buy?
They were pricey, but a 60k tire including rotate and balance for the life of the tires seems like it was well worth it. Any thoughts?
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Not at all.....the H was the tire to get for the ES...better balance of ride & handling & as you mentioned way less expensive. A V speed rated tire is overkill for our rides.
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Right on, thanks for good info. I'm loving this car more and more everyday. I give big thumps up to these tires.
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great choice in tires...i also have primacy MXV4's on my ES and i love how smooth and quiet they are...the car came with some worn energy MXV4's on it, and my first purchase was a full set of the primacys...been extremely happy with them for the 6k miles ive driven on them so far
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You definitely made a great choice on the tires. I have the same tires on my '98 and they are amazing. I purchased them at Costco about a year and a half ago and they have been outstanding for the time that i've had them. From my experience, these tires are perfect for this car and they haven't shown much if any wear at all.
Just sit back and enjoy the ride.
Just sit back and enjoy the ride.
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You definitely made a great choice on the tires. I have the same tires on my '98 and they are amazing. I purchased them at Costco about a year and a half ago and they have been outstanding for the time that i've had them. From my experience, these tires are perfect for this car and they haven't shown much if any wear at all.
Just sit back and enjoy the ride.
Just sit back and enjoy the ride.
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I also have the Energy MXV4 plus and those tires ride very well and they last a very long time. Enjoy riding on your Michelins and happy driving...
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I was also told that you must RELIGIOUSLY rotate these tires every oil change or you will have tire cupping problems. Is this true?
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