NTB running a "buy 2, get 2 free" tire special
05-06-11, 01:09 PM
#2
Lexus Test Driver
The Sumitomo Z III is an OK tire. They are very popular in the Porsche 911 scene for a cheap tire that fits and has the same speed rating. I put a set on my 911 before I sold it. They have a nice ride and are quiet but the side wall is a bit softer than the Potenza's or Conti's that I had on previously. If you are looking to save some money and put on some tires for commuting and occasional spirited driving they work quite well. They are not a good track tire as they get greasy when overheated.
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05-07-11, 08:38 AM
#6
My advice.... Buy the best tire you can afford! Tires are one of the many things in life where you really get what you pay for. Everybody has their favorite brands. Our shop sells on avg. 75 to 100 tires a week, 50% of which are Michelin's, that being said we have far more happy customers with their products than we have with brands like Sumitomo, they are not bad per say but they are also NOT good. I for one will NOT even entertain the idea of selling tires made in China. For that you have to shop at NTB and Sears. Check reviews, and PLEASE buy what you can afford, the tire is the last connection between you and the road!
05-08-11, 08:14 AM
#7
Lexus Test Driver
Sumitomo = Japanese
Hankook = Korea
No Chinese tires have been mentioned.
I have had a great experience with Vredestein (Dutch) Sessanta. More affordable than Michelins and comparable performance on the street and light track duty.
Hankook = Korea
No Chinese tires have been mentioned.
I have had a great experience with Vredestein (Dutch) Sessanta. More affordable than Michelins and comparable performance on the street and light track duty.
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05-09-11, 12:18 AM
#8
My advice.... Buy the best tire you can afford! Tires are one of the many things in life where you really get what you pay for. Everybody has their favorite brands. Our shop sells on avg. 75 to 100 tires a week, 50% of which are Michelin's, that being said we have far more happy customers with their products than we have with brands like Sumitomo, they are not bad per say but they are also NOT good. I for one will NOT even entertain the idea of selling tires made in China. For that you have to shop at NTB and Sears. Check reviews, and PLEASE buy what you can afford, the tire is the last connection between you and the road!
05-09-11, 06:05 AM
#9
Sorry I was not clear here, I was NOT trying to say that they (Sumitomo's) were made in China. They are in fact made in Japan, our biggest issue with their tires is unusual wear patterns (cupping) and fast wear-out issues. I have heard good things about the Vredestein Ultrac Sessanta, however, I am personally not a fan of aqua grooved type tires with the diagonal rain slots. Again everyone has their preferences, that is simply not mine. We have seen this in the past on other tires and noise really became an issue with them. Maybe Vredestein has cured this issue, but that remains to be seen.
05-09-11, 07:28 AM
#10
The other two tires I'm considering at this point are the Michelin Super Sports and the Continental Extreme Contact DW. The Michelins are by far the most expensive, but apparently you get what you pay for. The Conti ECs have received great reviews as well.
05-09-11, 09:04 AM
#11
The Vredestein US's are on my list. I love the look of them, and other members who have them have had good things to say. Ming, I have not heard any noise complaints on these, but thanks for the heads up just in case.
The other two tires I'm considering at this point are the Michelin Super Sports and the Continental Extreme Contact DW. The Michelins are by far the most expensive, but apparently you get what you pay for. The Conti ECs have received great reviews as well.
The other two tires I'm considering at this point are the Michelin Super Sports and the Continental Extreme Contact DW. The Michelins are by far the most expensive, but apparently you get what you pay for. The Conti ECs have received great reviews as well.
05-09-11, 11:35 AM
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05-09-11, 01:24 PM
#15
TURBO, I am not sure what you are referring to with the "9.5" and "10.5" comments (sorry I am still a noob
), but the tire size you selected is exactly what I plan on buying. That size should not require any fender shaving on the stock rims, correct?