Re: Tyre Suggestions?

[Peter Loron <peterl@cnw.com>]

On Mon, 7 Dec 1998, Jeff Newton wrote:

> 
> Folks,
> 
> I'm looking at buying some new tires for the spring/summer and would
> appreciate suggestions.
> 
> I don't want all seasons and they have to be available in stock size.
> Wet and dry handling top my requirements, followed by treadwear. 
> Price is not an issue at this point.  So far these top my list:
> 
> Toyo Proxes T1 Plus
> Michelin Pilots MXX3
> 
> Anyone run with the pilots?  A friend of mine has them on his Porsche
> and likes them although he says he'll most likely go with SO2s next
> time.
> 
> TIA for sharing your suggestions and experiences.
> 
> Cheers,  
>  
> ----
> Jeff Newton

I've got Yokohama AVS Intermediates on my Jetta and they rock. Others I've
heard good things about include the Proxes T1, Pilots, BFG Comp T/A,
Bridgestone RE71 and SO2, and the Dunlop SP8000. 

Peter Loron                                                  peterl@cnw.com
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