I need recommendations for tires STAT!

the HKIC · 09-19-2009, 04:46 PM

I bought my car this summer which came with BF Goodrich G-Force T/A KDW2 summer tires (225/45 zr17 90y) and since I found out that there's a problem with my suspension, my rear two tires are completely bald and needs replacing. I'm planning on replacing the tires asap once I get my lateral arms replaced on my rear driver side wheel. I live in NJ and since winter is coming up soon, I'm not sure which route to take. I know that having dedicated summer/winter tires are the BEST option, but I'm quite limited on funds at the moment and only have one set of wheels on my car (17' Enkei wheels).

Options:
1. Since I only need to replace the rear two (front two still have 90% tread), I can get 2 of the same tires and swap them for $250 on tirerack, then buy winter tires in a couple months (Blizzaks $580 total on tirerack) and swap those on all 4 wheels when it gets cold. ($830 total

) This would hurt my wallet a lot.

2. Buy a pair of cheap All-seasons for now, Kumho Ecsta ASX (348 total on tirerack), and keep my two summer tires and buy two more in the summer and swap those after spring.

3. Your opinion

Winter in NJ can get cold on some days and hot on others judging from last winter. From Jan-March, temp variates from 60 degrees one week to 10 degrees the next week - Thank you global warming. Any input and suggestions would be great. Thanks in advance.

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Dungmaggot · 09-19-2009, 05:07 PM

If budget is a concern I would just grab a set of four inexpensive all-season tires and save up through the winter for a pair of summers that match what are currently on there. If you have 90% tread on your fronts it would be a waste to toss them out with the bald ones. This has a couple of advantages. First, its cheaper. Second, if you have a blowout or something that ruins your summers you've always got the other set in reserve.

Uncle Scotty · 09-19-2009, 05:09 PM

dont think 'STAT' and you will be far better off

and this forum is full of tire talk

search some and read some and make fewer threads

the HKIC · 09-19-2009, 05:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dungmaggot

If budget is a concern I would just grab a set of four inexpensive all-season tires and save up through the winter for a pair of summers that match what are currently on there. If you have 90% tread on your fronts it would be a waste to toss them out with the bald ones. This has a couple of advantages. First, its cheaper. Second, if you have a blowout or something that ruins your summers you've always got the other set in reserve.

That's a good idea and good thinking. Thanks

Quote:

Originally Posted by Uncle Scotty

dont think 'STAT' and you will be far better off

and this forum is full of tire talk

search some and read some and make fewer threads

The only reason I say stat is because I need to drive and my rear two are about to go, so I need to make decisions quickly. I've also read through a lot of threads and not many tailored to my specific situation. Wish you could have given some more helpful information instead of the same "use the search button" response. I appreciate the response though.

the HKIC · 09-19-2009, 05:32 PM

double post, sorry!

nhat · 09-19-2009, 06:10 PM

your decision depends on how much money you want to spend. being that you're limited on funds, i would buy the best all-seasons available: cec dws, pirelli pzero nero as, bridgestone re960as are the top rated at a fairly decent price.

Luke@tirerack · 09-21-2009, 10:11 AM

option number 1 makes sense to me

TEK112 · 09-21-2009, 12:32 PM

I had the ASX's on my B5 S4. Good solid tire. There are definitely better ones out there, but not for the price. AWD makes up for a lot of the deficits these tires have, especially laterally hydroplaning resistance. They were solid in the winter and I never got stuck. Just a little squishy in the corners.

the HKIC · 09-21-2009, 03:00 PM

I ordered ASX's in 225/45/17's. I'll keep you guys posted when I get them.

09-19-2009, 04:46 PM	#1
the HKIC Scooby Newbie Member#: 223046 Join Date: Sep 2009 Chapter/Region: MWSOC	I need recommendations for tires STAT! I bought my car this summer which came with BF Goodrich G-Force T/A KDW2 summer tires (225/45 zr17 90y) and since I found out that there's a problem with my suspension, my rear two tires are completely bald and needs replacing. I'm planning on replacing the tires asap once I get my lateral arms replaced on my rear driver side wheel. I live in NJ and since winter is coming up soon, I'm not sure which route to take. I know that having dedicated summer/winter tires are the BEST option, but I'm quite limited on funds at the moment and only have one set of wheels on my car (17' Enkei wheels). Options: 1. Since I only need to replace the rear two (front two still have 90% tread), I can get 2 of the same tires and swap them for $250 on tirerack, then buy winter tires in a couple months (Blizzaks $580 total on tirerack) and swap those on all 4 wheels when it gets cold. ($830 total) This would hurt my wallet a lot. 2. Buy a pair of cheap All-seasons for now, Kumho Ecsta ASX (348 total on tirerack), and keep my two summer tires and buy two more in the summer and swap those after spring. 3. Your opinion Winter in NJ can get cold on some days and hot on others judging from last winter. From Jan-March, temp variates from 60 degrees one week to 10 degrees the next week - Thank you global warming. Any input and suggestions would be great. Thanks in advance. * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

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09-19-2009, 05:07 PM	#2
Dungmaggot Scooby Newbie Member#: 203055 Join Date: Feb 2009	If budget is a concern I would just grab a set of four inexpensive all-season tires and save up through the winter for a pair of summers that match what are currently on there. If you have 90% tread on your fronts it would be a waste to toss them out with the bald ones. This has a couple of advantages. First, its cheaper. Second, if you have a blowout or something that ruins your summers you've always got the other set in reserve.

09-19-2009, 05:09 PM	#3
Uncle Scotty Scooby Guru Member#: 16200 Join Date: Mar 2002 Vehicle: bah straw and coal straw and coal as always	dont think 'STAT' and you will be far better off and this forum is full of tire talk search some and read some and make fewer threads

09-19-2009, 05:32 PM	#5
the HKIC Scooby Newbie Member#: 223046 Join Date: Sep 2009 Chapter/Region: MWSOC	double post, sorry!

09-19-2009, 06:10 PM	#6
nhat NASIOC Supporter Member#: 140163 Join Date: Feb 2007 Chapter/Region: MAIC Vehicle: 04 not so jbp sti	your decision depends on how much money you want to spend. being that you're limited on funds, i would buy the best all-seasons available: cec dws, pirelli pzero nero as, bridgestone re960as are the top rated at a fairly decent price.

09-21-2009, 10:11 AM	#7
Luke@tirerack Tire Rack Moderator Member#: 1215 Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: The Tire Rack Vehicle: 800 -428-8355 ext. 362	option number 1 makes sense to me

09-21-2009, 12:32 PM	#8
TEK112 Scooby Specialist Member#: 218140 Join Date: Jul 2009 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: PA Vehicle: 2009 WRX Premium Sed Dark Gray Metallic	I had the ASX's on my B5 S4. Good solid tire. There are definitely better ones out there, but not for the price. AWD makes up for a lot of the deficits these tires have, especially laterally hydroplaning resistance. They were solid in the winter and I never got stuck. Just a little squishy in the corners.

09-21-2009, 03:00 PM	#9
the HKIC Scooby Newbie Member#: 223046 Join Date: Sep 2009 Chapter/Region: MWSOC	I ordered ASX's in 225/45/17's. I'll keep you guys posted when I get them.