Last post then leaving forum.

[Pinchlite]

Seeing I am a nuisance here this will be last post.

Here is my dilema.

I need new tires yesterday but dont know if 205/50/R16 will be ok and not rub?

I currently have car lowered @ 1.5 front/rear with 205/45/R16.

Rim specs (American racing ) 16" x 7" 4x100.00 (offset 40)

Here are pics of large gap/s

http://i.imgur.com/dAM8eiK.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/r3tsIDn.jpg

[tmontague]

Those should fit fine with no rubbing

[Pinchlite]

Those should fit fine with no rubbing

205/50/R16 good to go!

Thanks but wasnt 100% sure.I will be buying and getting the Ziex ZE950 205/50/R16 installed tomorrow then.

I did come across this yaris with 205/50/R16 but did not know what the drop or offset was. https://imgur.com/ad3y3V0

P.S

Going with the Ziex ZE950 because of the price and overall reviews.I think its the best tire I can get for $110.00 a piece.

Thanks again for confirmation and much appreciated.

[ern-diz]

Assume and hope you're kidding about leaving the forum.

[ern-diz]

...car looking great, btw.

[Pinchlite]

Assume and hope you're kidding about leaving the forum.

Perhaps not because this place is the only place I can get the straight dope on anything yaris with no BS.

I just have to learn to not ask so many questions and research more before hand.

P.S

Thanks for the compliment on my car...I love this car so much,best car I have ever had.Its kind of odd because I have had more expensive cars but not near as fun,good looking and unique after some simple mods.

Next is putting wiper vertical and swaybar.That should be about it.

[Pinchlite]

...car looking great, btw.

I was considering the zeix but came across the Nitto Neo Gen,would this be a better quality?

The zeix I had in mind are all season but would only be used in the summer and the nitto says 3-season which may be better suited for my summer needs only.

The Nitto is only $17.00 more per tire.

Here is link to local shop that I have in mind and $128.00 is my max budget.

Canada here BTW...

https://shop.kaltire.com/tiresdetails1/tireid/1484/

[kimona]

I ran 2 sets of 205/50/16 Nitto Neo Gen tyres. Great handling rubber, but extremely noisy... and straight line tracking at highway speeds was virtually nonexistent; I had to fight to keep the car in lane. This is not the tread design I would recommend for the Yaris if it's a daily driver.

[Pinchlite]

I ran 2 sets of 205/50/16 Nitto Neo Gen tyres. Great handling rubber, but extremely noisy... and straight line tracking at highway speeds was virtually nonexistent; I had to fight to keep the car in lane. This is not the tread design I would recommend for the Yaris if it's a daily driver.

I may go back to my original choice then?

I read 40% wear @ 5000km on the nitto.So at this rate I would need new tires every summer as I can do 5000 km in a month.

Here is my original choice.Should last longer and dont really drive aggressive.

http://www.limitlesstire.com/Falken-Tire-Ziex-ZE950-All-Season-Tire-detail.htm?productId=19533616&optionId=19533681&ez=&pos=4

[kimona]

^^^ Do you have another choice? If you do a fair bit of highway driving, I would try to find a non-aggressive tread pattern with a wide continuous centre rib; you will eliminate highway wander.

[kimona]

I have these on my car now. I've actually had 2 sets of these; the last set on my 2007 and the first replacement set on my 2014. I'm very happy with them.

http://www.limitlesstire.com/Kumho-Ecsta-4X-Tire-detail.htm?productId=17436804&optionId=17436987&ez=&pos=37

[Pinchlite]

^^^ Do you have another choice? If you do a fair bit of highway driving, I would try to find a non-aggressive tread pattern with a wide continuous centre rib; you will eliminate highway wander.

I will go in tomorrow and see what they want(Kumho).I found on american site for 79.00 usd so if i can get here for $110.00CAD or so then its a decision made.Thanks again.

I just want a tire that I can get from those 2 links I posted without going over 128.00 a tire.

I want longest tread life and best wet tire performance.

I dont really drive highway all that often but normal road that leads from my town to work which is about 60km but is smooth,wide paved shoulders and everyone does 90/100 km/hr.

I do quite a bit of intown/s driving aswell making house calls.

I dont want a super sticky performance tire because thats not my driving style.

[Pinchlite]

I have these on my car now. I've actually had 2 sets of these; the last set on my 2007 and the first replacement set on my 2014. I'm very happy with them.

http://www.limitlesstire.com/Kumho-Ecsta-4X-Tire-detail.htm?productId=17436804&optionId=17436987&ez=&pos=37

Probaly out of my price range.

This is the only part I hate about cars...decisions,decisions,decisions........It gets really frusturating.

[kimona]

^^^ I know... always too many choices. And, of course, tyres are ridiculously expensive in Canada!!!

[WeeYari]

See what you can find in either Cooper or General Tire. Those have some of the longest lasting tread I have ever encountered.

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[kimona]

Here's a General that works very well on the Yaris:
http://www.limitlesstire.com/General-Tire-Altimax-RT43-Tire-detail.htm?productId=18346923&optionId=&ez=Tires&pos=24

Here's a Copper that gets good reviews:
http://www.limitlesstire.com/Cooper-Tire-CS5-Ultra-Touring-Tire-detail.htm?productId=19619044&optionId=&ez=Cooper Tire&pos=10

[Pinchlite]

See what you can find in either Cooper or General Tire. Those have some of the longest lasting tread I have ever encountered.

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Going in tomorrow and get some prices on all the recomendations I got here.
From looking around cooper gets good reviews price/quality.

Cant wait to see the car without so much gap.

Not disrespecting all the recomendations given here but came across these???

The coopers are on the top of the list as of know though.

http://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/michelin-pilot-sport-a-s-3-tire-2085700p.0062221.html#Questions

[tmontague]

Fwiw if you want wet grip then getting the longest lasting tire becomes a conflict. I am currently running yoko' avid ascend and they last crazy long (800 treadwear) stick well when warm and roads are dry, but put some rain in there and they become down right scary.

Just something to think about, don't put all your eggs in the treadwear basket or you'll have disappointing wet traction

[Pinchlite]

Fwiw if you want wet grip then getting the longest lasting tire becomes a conflict. I am currently running yoko' avid ascend and they last crazy long (800 treadwear) stick well when warm and roads are dry, but put some rain in there and they become down right scary.

Just something to think about, don't put all your eggs in the treadwear basket or you'll have disappointing wet traction

Finding a good mid ground in my price range is tricky if not impossible.

I need to get tires asap thats the problem aswell as budget.

I got some good suggestions to work with though.

Thanks for the info.

[malibuguy]

A 205/50 is tall and will throw your speedo off

I run a 195/50 on 1.8" MI springs with no problems same wheel dimensions

My 225/45-15 hoosiers on 7" 36offsets rub out back on the 1/4panel under hard cornering...do not know if thats the same for hatchies

[Kaotic Lazagna]

Just get the General Tire Altimax RT43. If you look up the reviews on them, many people got them up and past 70k miles, and it's rated very good for dry and wet conditions, and good snow conditions.

https://www.tirerack.com/tires/surveyresults/surveydisplay.jsp?type=GTAS

Those are the tires I'll be getting, but I'll be getting 195/50/60.

[NYC-SE]

Just get the General Tire Altimax RT43.

Those are the tires I'll be getting, but I'll be getting 195/50/60.

Those are some tall wheels you have. How's the speedo accuracy?:laughabove:

And Pinchlite don't leave the forum. There are so few of us Yaris guys as it is. Stick around!

[Kaotic Lazagna]

Those are some tall wheels you have. How's the speedo accuracy?:laughabove:

And Pinchlite don't leave the forum. There are so few of us Yaris guys as it is. Stick around!

*in my best Estelle from "Friends" voice* Whoopsie.

lol. Meant 195/50/16.

[Pinchlite]

Those are some tall wheels you have. How's the speedo accuracy?:laughabove:

And Pinchlite don't leave the forum. There are so few of us Yaris guys as it is. Stick around!

Thanks and will stick around but wil do more research before quickly posting here for help.

Not too worried about speedo as I have a good feel as to what speed I
am going.I also go with the flow and drive slowly,safely,responsibly in town and school zones.I think it comes down to common sense and knowing what speed is appropriate for what environment and climate.Never had a speed ticket yet.

I may use a gps app to get an idea what my speedo is reading compared to real world.Should give me a good ball park.

[Pinchlite]

A 205/50 is tall and will throw your speedo off

I run a 195/50 on 1.8" MI springs with no problems same wheel dimensions

My 225/45-15 hoosiers on 7" 36offsets rub out back on the 1/4panel under hard cornering...do not know if thats the same for hatchies

You had 36 offset vs my 40 with more drop then mine.(1.5)

Also not buying new rims.I have what I have and sticking with.

[Pinchlite]

Just get the General Tire Altimax RT43. If you look up the reviews on them, many people got them up and past 70k miles, and it's rated very good for dry and wet conditions, and good snow conditions.

https://www.tirerack.com/tires/surveyresults/surveydisplay.jsp?type=GTAS

Those are the tires I'll be getting, but I'll be getting 195/50/60.

Cant get this locally in my size.

General Tire Altimax RT43.

They have these at canadian tire in most every size except what I need.

Its not even actually listed as a size general makes in this name(Altimax RT43).205/50/R16.

Maybe in the US only.

[WeeYari]

Cant get this locally in my size.

General Tire Altimax RT43.

They have these at canadian tire in most every size except what I need.

Its not even actually listed as a size general makes in this name(Altimax RT43).205/50/R16.


Not available you say...

http://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/general-tire-altimax-rt43-tire-2084657p.2083191.html#srp

Also, the speedo will change by ~3% from what yours currently indicates so nothing earth shattering, just different.

[Pinchlite]

Not available you say...

http://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/general-tire-altimax-rt43-tire-2084657p.2083191.html#srp

Also, the speedo will change by ~3% from what yours currently indicates so nothing earth shattering, just different.

I decided on these and just picked up this morning.Last 4 in stock.

http://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/michelin-pilot-sport-a-s-3-tire-2085700p.0062221.html.

I did quite a bit of research on these and they dont seem half bad..Also $110.00.

I have appointment today@ Kaltire for swap,balance and alignment if needed.

[kimona]

A 205/50 is tall and will throw your speedo off

I run a 195/50 on 1.8" MI springs with no problems same wheel dimensions

My 225/45-15 hoosiers on 7" 36offsets rub out back on the 1/4panel under hard cornering...do not know if thats the same for hatchies

With stock 185/60/15's my speedo was not accurate out of the box. I run 205/50/16's... and my speedo is dead on!

[kimona]

I decided on these and just picked up this morning.Last 4 in stock.

http://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/michelin-pilot-sport-a-s-3-tire-2085700p.0062221.html.

I did quite a bit of research on these and they dont seem half bad..Also $110.00.

I have appointment today@ Kaltire for swap,balance and alignment if needed.

Michelin Pilots? Now, that was a real find at that price. Way to go, man!

Post some pics after the install.

[ern-diz]

Ha, in the time it took me to get back to this thread and catch-up, you found and bought the exact same tires I'm running on my car. I can tell you they are super quiet and perform like a mf. I'm team Michelin Sport all day. Top shelf tires.

[Pinchlite]

Ha, in the time it took me to get back to this thread and catch-up, you found and bought the exact same tires I'm running on my car. I can tell you they are super quiet and perform like a mf. I'm team Michelin Sport all day. Top shelf tires.

Just got back from getting installed and we had real heavy rain on the wayback.

These were beautiful in the rain aswell as quiet.

They cornered quite well and has smoother ride over bumps.

Totally happy with this tire..plus it eliminated some more gap.

I think its a really good tire and got on sale for $111.00 CAD.

[Pinchlite]

Michelin Pilots? Now, that was a real find at that price. Way to go, man!

Post some pics after the install.

Got installed today and super happy.Rode heavy rain on the way back and they felt real smooth and quiet,also got rid of more gappage.

Will take pic tomorrow perhaps and post.

The guys at kaltire like the yaris and said it sounded nice aswell..not loud and ricey.Glad I went with the Megan axleback.

Man I love this little thing:wub:

[kimona]

Man I love this little thing:wub:

I've owned a lot of cars over the years; however, like you, I LOVE this car!

[ern-diz]

:thumbup:

[Pinchlite]

:thumbup:

Went out for a drive tonight and these are quite impressive tires.I think 50 is the sweet spot and am glad I run 205 R16 with wide tires.I like the heavier feeling of the steering yet very responsive.

This tire is being discontinued BTW.Not sure why ..maybe just in Canada?

Like I said earlier a couple of guys really liked the look of the car.

Another fella said why do up a yaris and I said its an extremly fun car to drive especially after lowering and putting on some decent/wheels/tires.

I have probaly seen 40/50?? or so yaris's in my area but have yet to see one modified period.

Hondas on the other hand are all over the place modified and arent even worth a second glance anymore....yaaaawn.

Another thing I notice is that every yaris I have seen,even 2007 models in these canadian winters have zero rust.1 hour north of Toronto here and lotsa salt and long winters.

The 2007/2008 hatch is my favourite yaris btw.

If I could afford it I would buy another and do it up for a purely summer only souped up version.

My only peeves are no intermittent rear wiper and it could of had indipendant rear susp,but that would have brought the cost up quite a bit(the rear susp part)

Oh..and a scirocco type yellow would have been a nice option.

[kimona]

The 2007/2008 hatch is my favourite yaris btw.





Have to agree with you.

Glad you're enjoying the new rubber. I love 205/50/16's on this car.

[ern-diz]

...This tire is being discontinued BTW.Not sure why ..maybe just in Canada?...

Possible, but I know Michelin has the newer Premier line and A/S 4's, so I can understand these going away. Either way, their performance lines are top shelf all-season tires.

[Pinchlite]

Michelin Pilots? Now, that was a real find at that price. Way to go, man!

Post some pics after the install.

Phenominal ride compared to 45.

Here are pics from today.

Rear seat delete and red theme included...

http://i.imgur.com/EUovLR3.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/OYsWWUC.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/V0JUUSt.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/lzOUA4j.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/iOnpBEW.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/q5pTlqf.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/dDxopw7.jpg

The red makes a somewhat simple interior pop,adds a sportiness to it.

[Dabuu]

Looks like an eye sore to me. >__<

[kimona]

Nice pics. Wow, you've really personalised your car. Cool!

[Pinchlite]

Nice pics. Wow, you've really personalised your car. Cool!

Thanks!

This is the first car that I felt is worthy of personalizing(Besides my 80 Rx7).It is so fun of a car.With the rearseat delete,lowering,new dampers and nicer wheels/tires the yaris kind of reminds of my old Rex as in how it feels the road.My rex was red aswell btw.

I have driven my sisters 2013 Acura TL,my other sisters 2016 civic SI and a totally loaded fit.I enjoy and prefer my yaris much more.It may sound odd but there is just something about a yaris HB.

Like I said earlier a second hatch may be in the cards.

I cant believe how many Yaris's are in my area..totally stock and zero rust.

I feel like a kid again owning a yaris with the modifying/personalizing thing.

Coil overs are going through my thoughts...when I really enjoy something I tend to go overboard.

Still have to find a reasonably priced trd swaybar for sure!

Would be nice to snag a used one for sure.

[lovecars]

what's this car ?
this is first time i see it

[hotracer_05]

My mom has the ZE950s on her Corolla and I'm running them on my yaris. Best bang for the buck in my opinion. Does great in rain, holds its own in snow, not noisy and seems to not go bald quickly


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[tmontague]

I agree with Pinch about the fun factor of the Yaris. Especially compared to all the newer civics and what else. A lot of this I believe has to do with the fact that the Yaris is a light car 2300lbs give or take and many other cars are getting heavier and around 3000lbs.

Sure the engines are getting more powerful but the extra weight is offsetting that. Sure the straight line speed may be the same because of a better engine, but a heavier car will almost always degrade the handling compared to a light weight car.

I just wish the Yaris had independent rear suspension, then it'd be a winner for sure.

With a Yaris I can hammer on it and not really have to be worried about going to jail, vs only half throttling a big powerful engine because I can never open it up on the roads without getting arrested.

I'd recommend you save your cash and get a good set of lowering springs (i think you already have those) and some bilstein b8's. Lowering springs are going to cost you over $1k for a good set. If you need to raise and lower your height or you need to make adjustments for tracking the car then CO's are good. But for a better performing dd springs and performance shocks will handle just as well and for less cash and no adjustment.

You can get CO's for cheaper but they won't be better handling per say

[Pinchlite]

My mom has the ZE950s on her Corolla and I'm running them on my yaris. Best bang for the buck in my opinion. Does great in rain, holds its own in snow, not noisy and seems to not go bald quickly


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Got Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+ (205/50/R16) for $110.00 CAD EA.

Nice and quiet,seems good with heavy rain.No complaints....oh and they dont pull or wander like the continentals did on the highway.I think the straight tread pattern that makes the difference.

[hotracer_05]

Got Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+ (205/50/R16) for $110.00 CAD EA.

Nice and quiet,seems good with heavy rain.No complaints....oh and they dont pull or wander like the continentals did on the highway.I think the straight tread pattern that makes the difference.

Michelin makes amazing tires, but i can never get a good deal on them :cry:

[dogsridewith]

(Yaris has independent rear suspension with integral anti-sway)
First appeared on VW Rabbit. Tercel had a version. Corolla got one later.
Yaris now seems to do the cross bar as one hollow piece?
By the way...Is Yaris front sway bar hollow?

[NYC-SE]

Yaris has independent rear suspension with integral anti-sway

Ahh...No.

[dogsridewith]

It is as independent as ANY "independent rear suspension" geometry with an installed separate sway bar. The only functional difference is that you can't swap in and out bars with different torsional spring rates. (Obviously, a separate bar can be added for more rate.)

[Pinchlite]

(Yaris has independent rear suspension with integral anti-sway)
First appeared on VW Rabbit. Tercel had a version. Corolla got one later.
Yaris now seems to do the cross bar as one hollow piece?
By the way...Is Yaris front sway bar hollow?

https://imgur.com/JsHyqd6

[NYC-SE]

The other models you mentioned all had variants with IRS at one time or another. But to my knowledge there has never been a Yaris model with IRS. Perhaps some boutique model in Japan or something but if so I am unaware. Any Yaris model sold in North America has never had IRS.

[Pinchlite]

The other models you mentioned all had variants with IRS at one time or another. But to my knowledge there has never been a Yaris model with IRS. Perhaps some boutique model in Japan or something but if so I am unaware. Any Yaris model sold in North America has never had IRS.

Imagine if the yaris came stock with IRS and rear discs....man the potential.

Anyway really love my yaris and have no complaints for what it is and was meant to be.

For an econo box it takes first place in my books.

[NYC-SE]

Imagine if the yaris came stock with IRS and rear discs....

Mine came stock with rear discs. SE baby!

But yeah IRS would be nice. No way Toyota would spend the money to develop it though.

[tmontague]

Imagine if the yaris came stock with IRS and rear discs....man the potential.


..and a tunable ecu...this would make the largest impact on performance for sure, something that always hold Toyota's back from ever being tuner cars.

[Pinchlite]

Mine came stock with rear discs. SE baby!

But yeah IRS would be nice. No way Toyota would spend the money to develop it though.

2014 model though..no offense but that thing is hideous looking.

2007-2011 is where its at....at least for me.

[NYC-SE]

None taken. To each his own.