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Old 01-25-19, 03:01 PM
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Default Rear Tire Options for F Sport RWD

Hi guys,

I still have plenty of life left on the OEM Dunlop SportMaxx 050s, but am already thinking about going with a 275 rear once the stock 265s expire.

Michelin, Continental, Yokohama, Pirelli, etc.?

Anyone running these or other rears? Tire wear is always a consideration, but I’d appreciate any experiences with mileage/wear.

i do want to stick with max performance summer tires as I drive my truck when the weather is poor.
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I have continental extreme contact sport (formerly Extremecontact DW) on mine. They have been great so far. Sticky enough for me, good in the Florida rain, and I've still got 8mm tread on them after 14k miles.
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Originally Posted by np20412
I have continental extreme contact sport (formerly Extremecontact DW) on mine. They have been great so far. Sticky enough for me, good in the Florida rain, and I've still got 8mm tread on them after 14k miles.
Thank you NP. I’ve had good experience with Contis in the past, and that’s helpful knowing the tread life.
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Originally Posted by np20412
I have continental extreme contact sport (formerly Extremecontact DW) on mine. They have been great so far. Sticky enough for me, good in the Florida rain, and I've still got 8mm tread on them after 14k miles.
Just got a set on Wednesday and happy to hear they're going to last.
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Running Michelin A/3+ in the 275 width and only got 12k before seeing 2/32 tread left. Not great but much better tire than the stock tires. Going with a square setup to get more mileage out the the Michelins.
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Originally Posted by CouveGS
Running Michelin A/3+ in the 275 width and only got 12k before seeing 2/32 tread left. Not great but much better tire than the stock tires. Going with a square setup to get more mileage out the the Michelins.
Currently running the same on the rear. Have less mileage than you but my tread doing great.
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Originally Posted by DrewGS350

Currently running the same on the rear. Have less mileage than you but my tread doing great.
Are these factory wheels 19x8 or aftermarkets?
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Originally Posted by nachilus
Are these factory wheels 19x8 or aftermarkets?
Aftermarket. Leon Hardiritt Ordens.
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