Re: Let's talk tires for a moment :)
[Re: Mike Eng]
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February 27, 2013 12:42 am UTC
February 27, 2013 12:42 am UTC
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Mike Eng
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looool no no...that dude is an advisor hahaha The guy I spoke with about the roadside was the tower operator. Should probably get back on topic. Hankook's are probably my next tire's (again, the third set I'll have bought in 2 years). BUT, I do like them, and they're dirt cheap! $440 for 4.
'99 GSX GT35R '03 CBR 600RR
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Re: Let's talk tires for a moment :)
[Re: Mike Eng]
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March 01, 2013 12:47 pm UTC
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Ghislain Goudreau
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Bought my Star Spec in 2010; IIRC they were then second. I based my desision on the 2009 review as well as from some personal reviews. I'm still very satisfied.
This last test looks like it was done in an impartial manner by using an experience driver with excellent cridential but I'm still a little "perplex" about it.
Present rubbers should be good for one more season; two if I'm nice to them. I will probably use Car & Driver review but will definately see what the cool kids have to say as well as looking what comes out winner at the track.
Ghislain
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Re: Let's talk tires for a moment :)
[Re: Mike Eng]
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March 02, 2013 02:14 am UTC
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Ghislain Goudreau
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I read that Ju and pretty much shed a tear.
At least I have this club that includes a few member like you that leak interesting information.
Otherwise I would be stuck to belive Automobile "rags"...
I hope to get at least two more year out of the present meats so keep the info flowing...
Love
Giz!!!
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Re: Let's talk tires for a moment :)
[Re: Mike Eng]
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March 02, 2013 07:36 pm UTC
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Ju Chen
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Thanks for the compliment! Come spring I may start a new thread for just tires and keep it updated as new ones are released and old ones cycled out. Until then, here's a comparison review that's very relevant for both you, OP, and anyone who's thinking of seriously cheaping out on tires and getting the likes of Ling Long, Nankang, Ironman, etc. Now this review is getting pretty old but some of the tires they tested are still in production. Edit: I didn't mean you or OP cheaping out, both your tires and the tires OP's leaning towards are in this review, along with a cheap cheap one.
Last edited by Ju Chen; March 02, 2013 07:54 pm UTC.
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Re: Let's talk tires for a moment :)
[Re: Mike Eng]
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March 06, 2013 12:31 am UTC
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Hey 17x8 guys, check this out! Although discontinued, I found these at "close out" pricing from tirerack.com http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires...vehicleSearch=false&fromCompare1=yesUsing the EVO 8 17x8 +38 O/S gives you 4mm clearance from the knuckle and 5mm clearance from the fender.
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Re: Let's talk tires for a moment :)
[Re: Stephen Richardson]
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March 06, 2013 04:51 pm UTC
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Once you add the shipping My cost for tires is better then Tirerack. They ship for free within the states. Living in Kitchener, where is the closest boarder crossing to you? Ever weigh that option of having them sent to a UPS store right over the boarder? Then just cover TAX on your way back into Canada? Everytime I've done it, it literally saves me 50% $$$ or close it.
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Re: Let's talk tires for a moment :)
[Re: Mike Eng]
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March 06, 2013 05:07 pm UTC
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Stephen Richardson
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Once you add the shipping My cost for tires is better then Tirerack. They ship for free within the states. Living in Kitchener, where is the closest boarder crossing to you? Ever weigh that option of having them sent to a UPS store right over the boarder? Then just cover TAX on your way back into Canada? Everytime I've done it, it literally saves me 50% $$$ or close it. Nope! That would involve me going to America.
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Re: Let's talk tires for a moment :)
[Re: Stephen Richardson]
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March 06, 2013 05:49 pm UTC
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Once you add the shipping My cost for tires is better then Tirerack. They ship for free within the states. Living in Kitchener, where is the closest boarder crossing to you? Ever weigh that option of having them sent to a UPS store right over the boarder? Then just cover TAX on your way back into Canada? Everytime I've done it, it literally saves me 50% $$$ or close it. Nope! That would involve me going to America. LOL nuff said...
'99 GSX GT35R '03 CBR 600RR
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Re: Let's talk tires for a moment :)
[Re: Mike Eng]
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March 06, 2013 06:35 pm UTC
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Ziggy Dietrich
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I didn't get free shipping within the US? They still charged me a little over $30. to ship 2 tires to my US address, but I think I still got an awesome deal. I bought Firestone 710's, They were 225/65-R17's, and cost me $216. before shipping, $246. after shipping. Because I brought them in on my way back from Florida, I claimed them under my duty free exemption, and paid no taxes
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Re: Let's talk tires for a moment :)
[Re: Mike Eng]
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March 06, 2013 08:59 pm UTC
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I just had a look, but I don't see anything about free shipping. I figure I DID get a hell of a deal, though.
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Re: Let's talk tires for a moment :)
[Re: Mike Eng]
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March 19, 2013 06:33 pm UTC
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Bryan Lawrence
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Mike I will hang onto them for you.
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Re: Let's talk tires for a moment :)
[Re: Mike Eng]
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March 19, 2013 06:43 pm UTC
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I emailed him again, waiting a reply. If it works out, I'll fire you a text!
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Re: Let's talk tires for a moment :)
[Re: Mike Eng]
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March 19, 2013 06:50 pm UTC
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"Old Blue" 91 Talon TSi AWD "Super Enthusiast" 91 Talon TSi AWD Checkout DSMFAQ.com!
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Re: Let's talk tires for a moment :)
[Re: Mike Eng]
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March 19, 2013 06:59 pm UTC
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Well you know for next time!!
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Re: Let's talk tires for a moment :)
[Re: Mike Eng]
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March 19, 2013 07:07 pm UTC
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Michael Lee
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There probably won't be a next time. Mixed reviews for the Nexen N3000s...Ju, I've read a bunch of the testimonials, and some say what you said, and others say nice and sticky, quiet, etc. What's the deal? I wish you could "try" tires out, hahaha
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Re: Let's talk tires for a moment :)
[Re: Mike Eng]
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March 19, 2013 07:10 pm UTC
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Bryan Lawrence
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LOL unless the tire comes stock on something, not much options there!
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