Tire Crazy

[VitaminJ]

aarrrg...

I've finally narrowed down my selection for rims that I just may purchase soon... Rota Slipstream 16x7 ET40

HOWEVER, now the tire question... I've been reading and reading, but I still can't choose...

Any recommendations??

I have winters, so I'm looking for something that can perform well in dry AND wet, as we know this is Raincouver, but tire tread life is a big seller for me...

I was thinking along the lines about Kumho ECSTA Supra 712 215x40x16...

Your thoughts?

[bmwdt]

jay...you know there is a group buy for those on e30tech...cheap too... im pretty shure they were 16x8

http://www.e30tech.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=19334

i know a place you could ship them and tires too in the states also...then go accross with a set of shitty wheels, get them mounted, then come back...could be cheaper...

[fastbmw]

I've had two sets of kuhmo ecsta 712's (205-50-14), they aren't bad. Super long lasting, decent rain and dry performance. I did lots and lots of track days on the kumho's and when new they stick good but the heat cycling really affects them. (oh btw if you want a wider tire, go with a 225/45-16 not 215-45-16). I prefer my brother's ES100's but the treadwear is not as durable as the kumho's.

[VitaminJ]

jay...you know there is a group buy for those on e30tech...cheap too... im pretty shure they were 16x8

http://www.e30tech.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=19334

i know a place you could ship them and tires too in the states also...then go accross with a set of shitty wheels, get them mounted, then come back...could be cheaper...


Yeah, I've seen that group buy, however, they're not getting the colour i want, and I've found a place that has them for 490US shipped although i'll need spacers, the price isnt THAT different... I may need to utilize that address u have in the states, as i was thinking of heading down and getting them installed with tires and everythin... Thanks for the info, I still havent decided if i want to dip into my europe fund for these, or wait till i get back... aaah decisions, decisions...

[murphymurf]

I have these exact tires on my car right now. They came with the car and wouldn't have been my first choice as I was use to Toyo proxes, but I got to say I am impressed with them. I've taken mine on a couple of track days and they have never disappointed me. For the price you can't beat them.

[VitaminJ]

Thanks, any other suggestions on better performing tires??

[MikesJo]

I vouch for the falken ziex 512s :). I've heard good things about the hankook rs2 too.

[bcbimmer]

I got the falken 512's on and they are a verry nice tire and can hold in the corners, not when theres snow lol :D

[kowalski]

I have these exact tires on my car right now. They came with the car and wouldn't have been my first choice as I was use to Toyo proxes, but I got to say I am impressed with them. I've taken mine on a couple of track days and they have never disappointed me. For the price you can't beat them.

you like the proxy's? which ones do you have? i have the FZ1's right now and they are just garbage.

[go4carter]

J... I have a set of Slipstreams and they are great... really light, noticeably light.

[Al Canuck]

Hey Guys,

If any of you are looking for new rubber, drop me a line. February 1, I bought another shop to go with my upholstery and resto biz. It's a full service repair, and tire shop. I've got just about any tire you could want, and I can do very well on Falken, which I'm a big fan of. Shop is called Classic Image Automotive, and we're at 107 - 13302 76 Ave, in Surrey. I'll look after you guys for sure.

Al

[VitaminJ]

Ooooh, what an amazing offer, thanks Al, you may be hearing from me in the near future...

go4carter, where did you get your slipstreams? locally or from the states? any pics??

[murphymurf]

you like the proxy's? which ones do you have? i have the FZ1's right now and they are just garbage.


I had the original Toyo Proxes T1 and then the T1-R. They worked very well. I don't know anything about the FZ1's your talking about. They may be a lower end tire.

[Mike 91 318ic]

I'm very happy with the Pzero Nero's

M

[kowalski]

Hey Guys,

If any of you are looking for new rubber, drop me a line. February 1, I bought another shop to go with my upholstery and resto biz. It's a full service repair, and tire shop. I've got just about any tire you could want, and I can do very well on Falken, which I'm a big fan of. Shop is called Classic Image Automotive, and we're at 107 - 13302 76 Ave, in Surrey. I'll look after you guys for sure.

Al

hey
im gona be needing some new tires for sure soon. probably durring the summer or somthing unless i can drag it out till next summer... but i don't really want to cause ill be doing some auto-x. what kinda prices are we looking at for a 205/40/17 summer tire of decent performance and tread life.

[Colby]

try to call the customer service number on carpartswholesale. i bet they can help you with that. they offer various BMW parts (http://www.carpartswholesale.com/cpw/bmw-car-parts.html) at a reasonable prices

[CrazyCanuck]

hey
im gona be needing some new tires for sure soon. probably durring the summer or somthing unless i can drag it out till next summer... but i don't really want to cause ill be doing some auto-x. what kinda prices are we looking at for a 205/40/17 summer tire of decent performance and tread life.

Give Al a call at:

Classic Image Tire & Auto Repair
13302 76 Ave 107, Surrey, BC
V3W2W1

(604) 596-2783

The shop is open Tuesday to Friday 8:30-5:00, and Saturday 8:00-4:00

Oil Changes are first come first serve.

Al can get Mann, Mahl and Hengst filters for your BMW's, plus Elf synthetic oil's, Redline oils (MTL and 75w90 in stock!).

Just give Al a call and let him order in the filter or synthetic oil. Al is still trying to figure out which BMW filters to stock.

[Mark D.]

Give Al a call at:

Classic Image Tire & Auto Repair
13302 76 Ave 107, Surrey, BC
V3W2W1

(604) 596-2783

The shop is open Tuesday to Friday 8:30-5:00, and Saturday 8:00-4:00

Oil Changes are first come first serve.

Al can get Mann, Mahl and Hengst filters for your BMW's, plus Elf synthetic oil's, Redline oils (MTL and 75w90 in stock!).

Just give Al a call and let him order in the filter or synthetic oil. Al is still trying to figure out which BMW filters to stock.

I e mailed Al about the 4 Falken ZX512 195/65/R14 tires I will be picking up next week for the new 318is. His quote was $90 -$95 each mounting and balancing in. Taxes and BS extra. Kal Tire quoted me $91 each plus $13 each for mounting/balancing. good price but if Al charges $90 each complete thats a $60 saving as no taxes on the $13 charge. Definately worth a trip out to Surrey.

[MikesJo]

Mark, check your pm.

[Mark D.]

Mark, check your pm.

your mailbox is full Mike, I will try later.

[MikesJo]

Cleared it thanks.

[Al Canuck]

hey
im gona be needing some new tires for sure soon. probably durring the summer or somthing unless i can drag it out till next summer... but i don't really want to cause ill be doing some auto-x. what kinda prices are we looking at for a 205/40/17 summer tire of decent performance and tread life.

I can do a Falken 512 in that size for under $120 mounted and balanced. You'll be happy with them for sure.

Al