I agree that the RE-71's are a great tire for the price. However, I've had
problems getting ones that are really round. Our Miata doesn't care for
them, and they wore out quite quickly on my Integra. I like Yokos (AVS, 509
in that order) as the cars seem to like them more.
-John Friederich
'69 2000 Solex
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From: owner-datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net
[mailto:owner-datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of Ryan, Richard
Sent: Monday, December 18, 2000 4:23 PM
To: 'Leonard Sprague'; Datsun Roadster List
Subject: RE: opinions re: www.tirerack.com
I have used TireRack 3 times and always very good service.
For choices, it depends how much you want to spend. The 8000 and the AVS
are just about comparable. For $80 more (divided by 25K to 40K miles) I'd
probably get the 8000s. I have AVS on one car now.
Don't forget the Bridgestone RE-71. I have lots (4k) track miles on a set
and they are great. I have them on the other car.
Dick Ryan ex. 24022
(650)312-4022
Risk Management Dept.
SM 2000/2
FAX (650)312-5830
-----Original Message-----
From: Leonard Sprague [mailto:sprague@ufl.edu]
Sent: Monday, December 18, 2000 3:13 PM
To: Datsun Roadster List
Subject: opinions re: www.tirerack.com
I have ordered some Panasport 15x6 wheels from Les & Dennis @ Classic
Datsun Motorsports (thanks for the help Dennis) and wanted to order some
tires to accompany them.
I was wondering if anyone has used http://www.tirerack.com before. If
so, does anyone have any opinions? The prices seem excellent compared to
prices I have been quoted by calling around town (even with the shipping
charges).
Currently I am thinking:
195/50ZR15 Dunlop SP Sport 8000 --- 4 x $73.00 = $292.00
Grand Total: $325.88 (with shipping)
Other Tire possibilities:
195/50ZR15 Yokohama AVS Intermediate --- 4 x $53.00 = $212.00
195/50WR15 Pirelli P7000 --- 4 x $53.00 = $212.00
195/50ZR15 Dunlop SP Sport 9000 --- 4 x $98.00 = $392.00
http://www.tirerack.com has a cool feature that allows people to make
comments on the tires for others to read. I would still rather hear the
advice/opinions from the people on this list.
BTW, I am upgrading tires/wheels due to the 5 speed VG30 transplant that
is nearing completion (without cutting/modifying the body). I'd like to
have some extra rubber on the road to help traction, etc.
Comments, suggestions appreciated.
Thanks again everyone,
Lenny
'69 1600 spl311-25453
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