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2-3 years ago I would have been afraid to admit I was a user, (Sumis) for fear of being banned from the forums, or at least flamed to shame.
Not me. I've done so many stupid things, that using Sumis isn't even on the list. I have been singing praises for Sumis since 2007.
I know there was a thread somewhere where I admitted to upgrading the sound system and also running Fabspeed bypass pipes. No THAT's genius
"If you have non-N-rated tires, then, you can relax. If the handling characteristics in all conditions suit your style of driving and what you expect o f the car, then who can argue against that?
Porsche’s aim right from the start was to make sure that tires were available that met not just its own high engineering standards, but also met the capability of the car’s performance.
I was all set to get the hankook ventus v12's until I read this thread... now Im torn again...
I'm happy with the Hankooks.
I tore through one set of Sumi's already.
In my 2 months with the V12's I'd say they're better all around, better ride quallity and better grip (very grippy rubber).
The V12's also have good tread depth to start, but initially that means they're not super crisp on turn in, but I'm sure that'll improve as they wear down a bit.
There's that tire comparo on Car & Driver, that steered me to the Hankooks.
Just put two in the rear. I had no choice. These were in stock at the Tire Kingdom when I limped in with a shared piece of metal in my left rear. A review to follow:
I changed out some old Michelin's for these this past week and the ride is much nicer (metal was showing in the Michelins- so not a fair comparison) Only weird thing is they seem to smell like burning rubber? Need to get the alignment checked... But, ya, the ride is good and the price was right
Can someone shed some light on the fit for 18" x 11", I have 285 Continental DW and do not want any narrower than what I have, I also want to get 295.
These sound like great tires for DD and Autocross.
I also need wider tires on front, the new rims 18" X 9".
Any thoughts on going to a 35 series in the front.