Ah OK, thanks as wasn't aware of that
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Ah OK, thanks as wasn't aware of that
The PSS is still the better tyre though, right? Strangely the PS2 is some £50 per tyre more expensive than the PSS at Asda Tyres and because of that the guy on the phone just tried to convince me (unsuccessfully) that the PS2 is a far superior tyre!
PS2 are a great tyre, bit hard on the ride comfort side of things and can be prone to tramlining, but they're a solid performing tyre. The PS3 are not the natural successor to them, which probably explains why they're the standard fit for manufacturer approved tyres still?
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The PSS is definitely a superior tyre.
If I hadn't been replacing tyres to have manufacturer warranty on my car, I would have bought PSS in an instant.
The only reason I went with PS2, was because that was the best I could get and still have Porsche let me buy a warranty...
A silly stipulation as they recommend PSS for all their new vehicles... PSS are approved in my rear size... just not the front size
They are a good tyre... I know what you mean about the odd little bit of tramlining, but they're better on the ride comfort front than the Bridgestones that the car came with.
The PS3 is not good compared to the PS2.
Irrespective, the person bought MPSS and MPS2... fair enough is the PS2 was a better tyre, but it isn't really and Asda tyres pricing is wrong... the MPSS is the more expensive tyre.
Some people say the PS2 is a little better than the PSS in the wet, however... but I'd still want the PSS myself... not only is grip improved, they will last longer also.
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Yes, the PSS is significantly better. PS2 was once a very good tyre (and remains far from a ditchfinder) but it was released well over 10 years ago and many better tyres exist now.
They have apologised and arranged for the tyres to be swappped early next week. Not sure what they're going to do with the part worn PS2 that they'll get back. It appears that the tyre distributor made a mistake and sent the PS2's to SETyres however they didn't spot this mistake and fitted them anyway, so they're both at fault.
Just wanted to give a quick first impressions on bridgestone potenza s0001, running 225/40/18 (fronts)[36 psi] and 255/35/18 (rears)[34 psi]
First of all, tyreleader is giving pretty competitive prices for the potenza so now is a decent time to buy them if you are interested. I was initially going to go with a GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric setup but I saved over £30 going with potenza's.
I bought these with wet grip in mind, and on paper they review quite well in this respect. After a day of hooning it around, I can say these tyres give you a lot of confidence in the wet and every time I lost grip was when I wanted it to, rather than having the back end slide unexpectedly.
The grip works progressively as well rather than being on/off. Need to put these through their paces on the track in the wet before I come to a full conclusion on them, but initial impressions are very good.
If they can handle as well in the dry and last more than 10'000 miles then I will be happy
First of all, tyreleader is giving pretty competitive prices for the potenza so now is a decent time to buy them if you are interested. I was initially going to go with a GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric setup but I saved over £30 going with potenza's.
I bought these with wet grip in mind, and on paper they review quite well in this respect. After a day of hooning it around, I can say these tyres give you a lot of confidence in the wet and every time I lost grip was when I wanted it to, rather than having the back end slide unexpectedly.
The grip works progressively as well rather than being on/off. Need to put these through their paces on the track in the wet before I come to a full conclusion on them, but initial impressions are very good.
If they can handle as well in the dry and last more than 10'000 miles then I will be happy
If you stop wheel spinning everywhere they just might
The car looked very stable in the wet and, as you said, the required break away looked very progressive from behind.
If you stop wheel spinning everywhere they just might
The car looked very stable in the wet and, as you said, the required break away looked very progressive from behind.
Where's the fun in that?
Forgot to mention as well, that the sidewalls feels harder with these tyres. Feeling a lot more of the road, especially at higher speeds. Not really a negative point, just different to my last set that were on there.
Time to change my tyres soon. Current tyres are Dunlop Bluresponse 205/55 16's
Bought them at £100 2 years ago, now they retail for about £60
Looking online, at the same rating (A wet grip, B fuel, 68db noise) is the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance.
Anyone recommends one over the other?
Have been impressed ever since fitting my Dunlops, about 20k miles ago, but then again previous tyres were 4 different ones whose brands I did not recognise!
Bought them at £100 2 years ago, now they retail for about £60
Looking online, at the same rating (A wet grip, B fuel, 68db noise) is the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance.
Anyone recommends one over the other?
Have been impressed ever since fitting my Dunlops, about 20k miles ago, but then again previous tyres were 4 different ones whose brands I did not recognise!
I've just moved to the Goodyears from some SportContact 2 in that size. Been impressed with the reduction in noise, wet grip so far seems good but not had chance to really test them. Unfortunately no idea how they compare to the Dunlop but that was one of the tyres I considered briefly, reviews seemed to favour the Goodyears though in general.
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Well I decided to get the rears changed too - went for 255 rather than 245 and stuck with the CSC5, but got the CSC5P version (which is a slight update?). Will be fitted on Sunday. Hopefully will help me get a little more power down. Came to £288 for the rears. Quite an expensive month
Oh how I love them already. The wider tyre was worth it, it looks fantastic. They feel so so different to my old pirellis, not just in terms of grip, but feel of the road too.
Ordered the Goodyears to try them out. kwik fit are coming to work Tuesday to fit them.
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Replacement Tyres 235, 45, 17W
What a superb start to the morning. I notice I have a flat, fine. I can deal with that! Oh...but what's this, NO ****ING TYRE WRENCH!!!! Well, that made my day!
Anyway, while my brother brings me a wrench I'm after 2 replacements for the rear of my Mondeo! Suggestions from the below?
https://www.kwik-fit.com/tyres/search/results/235/45/17/W
What a superb start to the morning. I notice I have a flat, fine. I can deal with that! Oh...but what's this, NO ****ING TYRE WRENCH!!!! Well, that made my day!
Anyway, while my brother brings me a wrench I'm after 2 replacements for the rear of my Mondeo! Suggestions from the below?
https://www.kwik-fit.com/tyres/search/results/235/45/17/W
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With winter well under-way, I'd suggest something with A-rated stopping in wet.
I've got a set of Pirelli's (on a totally different car, mind). Wet stopping is A-rated and they're the quietest tyres going.
If you want marginally quieter tyres, go for the Dunlop Sport Maxx RT - but, IMO, +3db but B-rated fuel is a better option, so the Cinturato P7 Blue will do you great, and they're not the most expensive.
Be aware that more fuel-friendly, better-gripping tyres generally wont last as long before they've worn down - all premium tyres are better options than budget ones (steer clear of those). Michelin's will be better for longevity.
Check these guys, as well - if they're local to you, check their prices:
http://www.blackcircles.com/
used them before, recommended.
I've got a set of Pirelli's (on a totally different car, mind). Wet stopping is A-rated and they're the quietest tyres going.
If you want marginally quieter tyres, go for the Dunlop Sport Maxx RT - but, IMO, +3db but B-rated fuel is a better option, so the Cinturato P7 Blue will do you great, and they're not the most expensive.
Be aware that more fuel-friendly, better-gripping tyres generally wont last as long before they've worn down - all premium tyres are better options than budget ones (steer clear of those). Michelin's will be better for longevity.
Check these guys, as well - if they're local to you, check their prices:
http://www.blackcircles.com/
used them before, recommended.
