**Unofficial Tyre Thread**

MissChief said:
I was wondering if you could combine them with the Costco code but Costco isn’t on the list of retailers. I will be needing two new fronts according to my just passed MOT. Well, only one was pinged as an advisory for a worn inside edge but I’m not just changing one. I was considering the Cross Climate 3 Sport but would rather swap all four so will be sticking with the MPS5’s again.
Click to expand...
Costco rates are cheaper anyway. Combined with the offer suddenly it is a good deal. :)
 
I’ve had the PZ5 fitted and, annoyingly, the fronts are not * rated as advertised. They’re I* rated.


The difference being that they’re for EVs which changes the tyre quite a bit.


Usually have stiffer side wall, fewer tread grooves (as they’re intended for heavier cars) and lower starting tread.


Had them measured in my inspection, and they’re indeed sub 6mm brand new…



I’ve also been sold a tyre warranty which only offers a free exchange if they’re above 7mm new. If they’re 6mm+ it’s 85% and lower if they’re 5-6mm

So feel like I’ve been mis sold.



And they damaged 2 wheels which had just been re diamond cut.



Will have a chat with them today.
 
Last edited:
They're looking into it apparently.

My order confirmation says "BMW Fitment" but the invoice says "BMW I*" so I suspect it's a case of the website not being clear

Though that isn't my issue, frankly.


What will be interesting, though, is how they handle this, as they don't have any PZ5s for the front in any other format, and I don't want completely different front and rear tyres - that's why I ordered new tyres in the first place!
 
Be careful crossing the road mate. You're having zero luck with cars it seems :(

Was this Blackcircles by any chance? The last time I used them they scratched the barrels of my wheels getting the weights off. I tried to claim but got given the run around wanting pictures from certain angles, and from dates before and after the booking (who tf takes pictures of the inside of the wheels?). I just gave it up in the end. Hope you get more out of them.
 
Last edited:
GravyMonster said:
Be careful crossing the road mate. You're having zero luck with cars it seems :(

Was this Blackcircles by any chance? The last time I used them they scratched the barrels of my wheels getting the weights off. I tried to claim but got given the run around wanting pictures from certain angles, and from dates before and after the booking (who tf takes pictures of the inside of the wheels?). I just gave it up in the end. Hope you get more out of them.
Click to expand...

Halfords (I know I know! They were the cheapest by a long way but now I know why)

Hopefully I get somewhere but if not I’ve got S75 as did it through CC.


Can also threaten them on the FCA side too because they’ve mis sold an insurance product.


Tyres are dodgy but otherwise the 435i is mega. Can’t believe how much car it is for £12,500.
 
Last edited:
Nabinium said:
Yeah there's a reason why they're known as Halfrauds...

Clearly living up to their name with your experience.
Click to expand...

The tyre guys were fine, but as a company there were 2 issues for me:

Incorrectly labelled tyres on the website

Insurance product not fit for purpose - why sell insurance which doesn’t align with the products you sell?
 
LowEndTorque said:
Agree with you. I didn't notice anything while driving. Got the check done as it was free and then got the adjustment done by paying extra.

I came here for second opinion. :)
Click to expand...
At the end of the day that is pretty cheap for a full alignment, the other issue you have at most of these places is that the alignment will only ever be as good as the operator. Most of the systems (e.g. Hunter) used by these outfits give step-by-step instructions to the operator which means they don't need to have much of an understanding of geometry or vehicle alignment.

I found a dedicated business that only does suspension alignments and doesn't charge the earth (like Center mavity), these places will take the time to get the adjustments very close to perfect and will also be able to tell you what is broken or needs replacing if they can't.

If you have a flat level area of ground available to you, then you can do your own alignment at home with string, I've done this myself and it is very satisfying and can give extremely accurate results.

 
@dlknight Thank you for the information above mate. I got a partial refund from Kwik Fit as my car did not qualify for 4 wheel alignment. Toe adjustment is charged separately anyway. I had called a Ford UK Dealership Service Center and asked about camber adjustment on the Mondeo. They confirmed that couldn't be done.

Post the info from Ford I raised another ticket with Kwik Fit about reading discrepancy between two visits and the camber adjustment on the rear. Without getting into too much details what I learned for this is experience is to trust my gut instincts more. If the car drives ok and the tyre wear is fine I am not going for wheel alignment free or paid one. :)
 
Anyone have experience of the Yokohama V105 tyre? or Fulkan FK520? (Michelin PS4s used to be available but most places show no stock).

I have a staggered setup on my Porsche 944 Turbo and it is getting increasingly difficult to find a full set of identical brand and model.

Front = 225 45 R17
Rear = 255 40 R17
 
tamzzy said:
I've used the FK510 before. If it's anything like the FK510, then the FK520 should be a solid mid-range tyre for its class
Click to expand...
It came up pretty good in the tyre reviews 2025 summer performance tyre test.

Best Performance Tyres For 2025

There's a new tyre on the market aiming to be the best of the best performance summer tyres. The Pirelli P Zero PZ5 is designed to take on the Michelin Pilot Sport 4S, Continental SportContact 7, ...
www.tyrereviews.com www.tyrereviews.com

I also considered the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS71/72 tyres, I think I had these in the past but wear might have been an issue.
 
A friend is looking for Tyres for his 19 plate Outlander. Its a petrol 7 seater if that helps.

I have found the below in 225/55 R18 but wanted a little understanding if he should go for SUV specific Tyres.

Price for sull set
Pirelli Scorpion 98H - £406
Bridgestone Turanza 6 98V - £454
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 98V - £448

Appreciate your help. :)

Edit: What I meant with SUV specific is Pirelli Scorpion in my head are SUV specific tyres whereas Turanza is more sporty.
 
Last edited:
At around 2 ton I'd want SUV tyres personally - or at least make sure the tyres match the load rating, etc.

Either the Bridgestone or Goodyear would be my pick out of those - the Goodyear is a good all around tyre you can't really go wrong with, the Bridgestone are excellent wet weather tyres, hold up well when temperatures drop - though are poor on snow, and good comfort but fairly average otherwise.

EDIT: In terms of "SUV" tyres with light off-road capability that'll depend what they do with the vehicle and what is available.
 
Last edited:
Rroff said:
At around 2 ton I'd want SUV tyres personally - or at least make sure the tyres match the load rating, etc.

Either the Bridgestone or Goodyear would be my pick out of those - the Goodyear is a good all around tyre you can't really go wrong with, the Bridgestone are excellent wet weather tyres, hold up well when temperatures drop - though are poor on snow, and good comfort but fairly average otherwise.

EDIT: In terms of "SUV" tyres with light off-road capability that'll depend what they do with the vehicle and what is available.
Click to expand...
Just Town driving and occasional motorway. No go for the Pirelli looking at the price?
 
LowEndTorque said:
Michelin tyre offer on Costco

16" - £30 off 2 and £60 off 4.
17"/18" - £40 off 2 and £80 off 4
19"+ - £50 off 2 and £100 off 4
Click to expand...
How does one use this offer at Costco? Experienced some unfortunate pothole damage this morning.

I wonder if the offer is still available, as I don't see anything on the Costco tyres webpage about it.
 
Last edited:
Nabinium said:
How does one use this offer at Costco? Experienced some unfortunate pothole damage this morning.

I wonder if the offer is still available, as I don't see anything on the Costco tyres webpage about it.
Click to expand...
I believe they only run them for a week or so. I checked yesterday on Costco and there were no offers. National Tyres are doing 20% off on some brands that you may want to check.
 
LowEndTorque said:
I believe they only run them for a week or so. I checked yesterday on Costco and there were no offers. National Tyres are doing 20% off on some brands that you may want to check.
Click to expand...
Ahh that's a shame! Had a look on there, some good offers around, though ideally wanted Michelin CC2s again.

National Tyres have 10% off for 2 or more of the CC2s. £305.98 for 2 tyres with the offer.

Costco still is cheaper for the CC2s without any offers. £124.99 per tyre, so £249.98 for 2. I may still go for them if nobody else are cheaper.
 
Last edited:
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top Bottom