|
08-13-2009, 01:38 PM | #19 |
Half a Bubble Off Plumb
Drives: 2009 Yaris Sedan Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: Bristol, Tennessee, USA
Posts: 1,593
|
When my original tires wear out (which I expect will take a long time), I'll only look at two numbers to choose replacements: Treadwear and price.
|
08-16-2009, 11:53 AM | #20 |
Drives: 07 Yaris Sdn, 97 4Runner Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Upland, CA
Posts: 113
|
I replaced the OE Bridgestone's at 53k with a set of BFG Traction T/A's. My first choice was the Michelin Harmony's but I couldn't find them anywhere. I would not get the BFG's again as they are pretty noisy on the the highway. I sell quite a few tires each day (working at a dealership) and Michelin's are by far the best riding tires.
|
08-16-2009, 01:44 PM | #21 |
Drives: '09 Yaris carmine red 2d HB Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Middletown, NY
Posts: 1,502
|
I still got "Michelin Pilot Exalto/AS" tires on my Celica (it was my DD) and they are without a doubt the best AS tire I ever had. They excell in every area which is remarkable considereing they are AS.
I'm sold on Michelins. |
08-17-2009, 01:18 AM | #22 |
Drives: '07 Yaris S Sedan M5 Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Santa Clara, CA
Posts: 208
|
+1 to Michelin Harmony in stock size.
Get them and your done.
__________________
|
08-17-2009, 04:39 AM | #23 |
DARK PHASE OF THE MOON
Drives: 07 liftback Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: the Boondocks, NC
Posts: 993
|
Michelins MS/LTXs (trucks only) on the Tacoma. They handle nicely refuse to wear out. Falken 912s on the Yaris, great instant improvement in handling, but they seem to be wearing rather quickly (as expected), but then again they were so cheap ($50 each)that they can be affordably replaced.
Last edited by Bob Dog; 08-17-2009 at 05:08 AM. |
08-17-2009, 02:38 PM | #24 |
Drives: Yaris 5 Door Liftback White Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Cumming, GA
Posts: 10
|
I had Yokohama Avid Touring, and then, after 4 years of quiet and comfy ride, one of my set of four developed a bubble (on my Nissan Quest). The shop said that the tire was defective but, prorated, a replacement was pretty expensive. Went with cheap chinese newcomers called Prime Well, a decision I immediately regretted since my MPG went down 3-4 miles and the ride is not the same anymore.
Lesson learned - even the best out there can croak, but still be more enjoyable and reliable than what is sold cheaper. Go with Yokohama or some other better known brand out there. Last edited by ivanivanix; 08-17-2009 at 02:56 PM. |
08-17-2009, 02:59 PM | #25 | |
ULTIMATE
Drives: 07 Yaris Turbo Join Date: May 2007
Location: Canoga Park, CA
Posts: 14,859
|
Quote:
__________________
Micro Image forums, online store and shop are now closed. It was a great eight year run, but it was time to focus on other things. I'm still selling parts on eBay under micro*image seller ID and customers can still make requests for anything specific. |
|
08-17-2009, 03:01 PM | #26 |
Banned
Drives: LB Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: OH
Posts: 7,787
|
^^ ROFL good one Garm... Now pick up your shovel and go to your end of the sand pit.
|
|
|
Similar Threads | ||||
Thread | Thread Starter | Forum | Replies | Last Post |
new tires | Creeper | Wheels, Tires and Suspension Forum sponsored by The Tire Rack | 22 | 04-25-2009 12:03 PM |
New Tires | nemelek | Wheels, Tires and Suspension Forum sponsored by The Tire Rack | 10 | 03-16-2009 01:51 PM |
OE wheels + tires question | Tonavi | Wheels, Tires and Suspension Forum sponsored by The Tire Rack | 9 | 03-05-2009 10:35 PM |
New tires on! Kumho Ectas! | Spades | Wheels, Tires and Suspension Forum sponsored by The Tire Rack | 11 | 03-20-2007 02:46 PM |
The Tire inflation debate... | Tankota | General Yaris / Vitz Discussion | 20 | 06-01-2006 07:09 PM |