new tire choices
#16
Does anyone have any thoughts on the starting tread depth difference? For example, the Perelli starts with 10/32 and the Michelin starts with 8.5/32. I'm going through the same decision making process on an RX 350 right now. In that case, the Perelli starts with 11/32 and the Michelin starts with 8.5/32. Tire rack actually shows the Michelin with a better rating on treadwear but I'm struggling with that since it starts with less tread depth.
#17
Lexus Fanatic
Harder compounds can equal longer life with less depth. That can also lead to other negatives though...
#18
Can anyone chime in for those of us with the 18's that actually like to drive somewhat sporty at times?
I am in a toss up to get new tires within the next few weeks here and its come down purchasing a Ultra High Performance All Season tire...
Choice #1 BF Goodrich G Force COMP-2 A/S
Choice #2 Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+
Can anyone comment?
Thank you
I am in a toss up to get new tires within the next few weeks here and its come down purchasing a Ultra High Performance All Season tire...
Choice #1 BF Goodrich G Force COMP-2 A/S
Choice #2 Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+
Can anyone comment?
Thank you
#20
Lexus Fanatic
If I wanted to sport it up a little the Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+ would be my choice...
#21
Thank you guys for the responses. I usually buy my tires at Costco so I will wait and see what kinda deals they have come the week of Black Friday. Its a near 200 dollar difference between those two.
#22
Hello my fellow Lexonians,
What's a 'sidewall' on a tire, and how does it affect the ride? Why would a 17 inch tire have more of a 'sidewall' then an 18 inch?
I have Goodyear tires on my ES 350, and I keep thinking I should get a different set of tires to make nicer w the bumps - that too is my top
issue in a car. We have so many rough roads anymore, especially in urban areas.
Can I put any tire on my car, or do only certain brands/sizes work w certain cars? I've also been considering the Perilli P7.
I only have 7k miles on it now though.
What's a 'sidewall' on a tire, and how does it affect the ride? Why would a 17 inch tire have more of a 'sidewall' then an 18 inch?
I have Goodyear tires on my ES 350, and I keep thinking I should get a different set of tires to make nicer w the bumps - that too is my top
issue in a car. We have so many rough roads anymore, especially in urban areas.
Can I put any tire on my car, or do only certain brands/sizes work w certain cars? I've also been considering the Perilli P7.
I only have 7k miles on it now though.
#23
Lead Lap
If you have a new ES, it should either have Michelin tires (most likely the MXV4) or Bridgestone Turanza tires. As far as I know, Lexus does not build and ship any of the ES with Goodyear tires.
#24
Instructor
Thread Starter
Hello my fellow Lexonians,
What's a 'sidewall' on a tire, and how does it affect the ride? Why would a 17 inch tire have more of a 'sidewall' then an 18 inch?
I have Goodyear tires on my ES 350, and I keep thinking I should get a different set of tires to make nicer w the bumps - that too is my top
issue in a car. We have so many rough roads anymore, especially in urban areas.
Can I put any tire on my car, or do only certain brands/sizes work w certain cars? I've also been considering the Perilli P7.
I only have 7k miles on it now though.
What's a 'sidewall' on a tire, and how does it affect the ride? Why would a 17 inch tire have more of a 'sidewall' then an 18 inch?
I have Goodyear tires on my ES 350, and I keep thinking I should get a different set of tires to make nicer w the bumps - that too is my top
issue in a car. We have so many rough roads anymore, especially in urban areas.
Can I put any tire on my car, or do only certain brands/sizes work w certain cars? I've also been considering the Perilli P7.
I only have 7k miles on it now though.
Poppa
#25
You will enjoy the car that much more thanks to those new Pirellis. After 13,000 miles, the tread on mine has held up very well and the tires are as quiet as they were when new, which is the exact opposite of my experience with the Michelin MXMs that I had prior. Tread wore quickly the tire got excessively noisy
#26
Instructor
Thread Starter
You will enjoy the car that much more thanks to those new Pirellis. After 13,000 miles, the tread on mine has held up very well and the tires are as quiet as they were when new, which is the exact opposite of my experience with the Michelin MXMs that I had prior. Tread wore quickly the tire got excessively noisy
Poppa
#27
Lexus Fanatic
I've had both tires, the MXM4 and the Pirelli P7 Plus. get the Pirellis.
#28
So it's basically 18 inch versus 17 inches for the Pirellis?
225/45r/18 would be for the 18s, and then maybe 225/45r/17 for the 17s ?
Is 17 inches the circumference of the rims?
I have about 7000 miles on my ES 350 now, so I guess it's too early to get a different set of tires. I'd really love to have a smoother ride though....
225/45r/18 would be for the 18s, and then maybe 225/45r/17 for the 17s ?
Is 17 inches the circumference of the rims?
I have about 7000 miles on my ES 350 now, so I guess it's too early to get a different set of tires. I'd really love to have a smoother ride though....
#29
Some of you guys may laugh at me .... but I'm proud to say I run Ohtsu FP7000 225/45/18s on my car.
They are about $65-70/each online including Amazon.
Amazing price for these tires.... excellent reviews online. I have about 10k on them now. No complaints at all.
They are about $65-70/each online including Amazon.
Amazing price for these tires.... excellent reviews online. I have about 10k on them now. No complaints at all.
#30
Lexus Test Driver
So it's basically 18 inch versus 17 inches for the Pirellis?
225/45r/18 would be for the 18s, and then maybe 225/45r/17 for the 17s ?
Is 17 inches the circumference of the rims?
I have about 7000 miles on my ES 350 now, so I guess it's too early to get a different set of tires. I'd really love to have a smoother ride though....
225/45r/18 would be for the 18s, and then maybe 225/45r/17 for the 17s ?
Is 17 inches the circumference of the rims?
I have about 7000 miles on my ES 350 now, so I guess it's too early to get a different set of tires. I'd really love to have a smoother ride though....