stanigu

Hello:

I have a '93 LS400 in need of new set of tires. Been doing some research, and I think I've narrowed it down to Bridgestone Turanza LS series.

What's most important to me are (in order):
1. Quietness
2. Ride quality
3. Wet Traction
4. Dry Traction

I believe OEM specs calls for V-rated tires, but I'm wondering if going with H will give it softer ride without giving up too much in the handling department? (Belive me, I'll never drive this car 130MPH+, though I may do occasional 100 )

I intend to keep them inflated at the recommended 30psi. Any thoughts on this? I appreciate any input!

TIA

stanigu

Well, I went ahead with the Turanza LS-V's. I figured there's gotta be a reason Toyota engineers specified V-rated tires, and I didn't want to second guess their engineering.

I was expecting an improvement over the previous Michelin Pilot XGT V4's, but what I got was a transformation Before, tire noise was the prominent noise on some pavement, but they all but disappeared! Rides much better too--these Turanza's seem to absorb the bumps much more effectively than the Michelins. It honesty feels like a brand new car now (and it's a '93 LS400!). As far as I can tell, handling hasn't suffered, but then I don't drive this car very hard. And it's been raining here in California lately, and the traction of these tires on the wet roads are superb. It never snows out here (well, maybe a surprise flurry once every 10 years), so snow traction is unknown.

If anyone's looking for a comfy tire that's quite and good in the wet stuff to boot, I highly recommend the Turansa LS series.