gs350 smoother ride
06-13-10, 08:22 PM
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The 3GS is more sporty and less soft than the 2GS, but thats not a reason to right it off. It is definitely one of the more comfortable cars in this segment and your current tires are the primary cause of your problem.
We've made a bunch of suggestions here on tires. When researching them remember a few things:
1) Runflats ride rough
2) Grand touring tires give a smoother softer ride than high performance tires
3) Read lots of reviews before making your decision and try to look for reviews by people who also have heavier cars
We've made a bunch of suggestions here on tires. When researching them remember a few things:
1) Runflats ride rough
2) Grand touring tires give a smoother softer ride than high performance tires
3) Read lots of reviews before making your decision and try to look for reviews by people who also have heavier cars
06-13-10, 09:35 PM
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I got my GS after driving a dropped G35 for 5 years so it felt like I wasnt even moving in stock trim. I am surprised that anyone would call the ride in this car ruff. I would strongly recommend you to try a new set of tires. Try Michelin tires. They are usually top notch
06-13-10, 10:33 PM
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The yokos are a problem at 33psi let alone 43psi! And at 17k they are quite worn and get worse.
I changed to Potenza RE960 which are Ultra High Performance A/S. They are far quieter and comfortable without losing too much of the sporty feel.
As others have said, the ultimate seems to be Turanza Serenity. If you don't want to spend that much then the Kumho Platinum touring tires are much cheaper and will be similar but don't have the same performance.
Conti DWS are also quiet and comfortable and excellent in snow and the wet.
Bridgestone have a 30 day money back guarantee so you could try them at no risk.
I changed to Potenza RE960 which are Ultra High Performance A/S. They are far quieter and comfortable without losing too much of the sporty feel.
As others have said, the ultimate seems to be Turanza Serenity. If you don't want to spend that much then the Kumho Platinum touring tires are much cheaper and will be similar but don't have the same performance.
Conti DWS are also quiet and comfortable and excellent in snow and the wet.
Bridgestone have a 30 day money back guarantee so you could try them at no risk.
06-14-10, 06:10 AM
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The yokos are a problem at 33psi let alone 43psi! And at 17k they are quite worn and get worse.
I changed to Potenza RE960 which are Ultra High Performance A/S. They are far quieter and comfortable without losing too much of the sporty feel.
As others have said, the ultimate seems to be Turanza Serenity. If you don't want to spend that much then the Kumho Platinum touring tires are much cheaper and will be similar but don't have the same performance.
Conti DWS are also quiet and comfortable and excellent in snow and the wet.
Bridgestone have a 30 day money back guarantee so you could try them at no risk.
I changed to Potenza RE960 which are Ultra High Performance A/S. They are far quieter and comfortable without losing too much of the sporty feel.
As others have said, the ultimate seems to be Turanza Serenity. If you don't want to spend that much then the Kumho Platinum touring tires are much cheaper and will be similar but don't have the same performance.
Conti DWS are also quiet and comfortable and excellent in snow and the wet.
Bridgestone have a 30 day money back guarantee so you could try them at no risk.
06-14-10, 05:53 PM
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I've heard people just take them back. It's probably best to buy them from a retail outlet rather than have them delivered to do that.
I'm having issues with my Potenza RE960's at the moment so although they are great tires I can't recommend them.
I get the feeling that the Lexus is quite particular on tires for the GS as there is a TSB for the first year alignment. So here are my suggestions for how to approach this.
1) Consider buying an "approved tire". Apparently Lexus recommends some tires. Ask different dealers about this to make sure you know what this list is. When I went to Costco, they didn't want to put Turanza Serenity's on my GS. It may be something to do with the exact speed rating or maybe Costco have got information from car manufacturers as well.
2) Although they are often more expensive, think about buying the tires and getting an alignment at your dealer. That way you have a one stop shop to fall back on in case of any issue. Right now I am shuttling between Discount Tire and the shop that did my alignment. Both are saying the other is responsible (but thankfully in a nice way)
3) If you go to Costco or Discount Tire, then think about only getting tires that Lexus approves. You're less likely to have issues with them.
I'm having issues with my Potenza RE960's at the moment so although they are great tires I can't recommend them.
I get the feeling that the Lexus is quite particular on tires for the GS as there is a TSB for the first year alignment. So here are my suggestions for how to approach this.
1) Consider buying an "approved tire". Apparently Lexus recommends some tires. Ask different dealers about this to make sure you know what this list is. When I went to Costco, they didn't want to put Turanza Serenity's on my GS. It may be something to do with the exact speed rating or maybe Costco have got information from car manufacturers as well.
2) Although they are often more expensive, think about buying the tires and getting an alignment at your dealer. That way you have a one stop shop to fall back on in case of any issue. Right now I am shuttling between Discount Tire and the shop that did my alignment. Both are saying the other is responsible (but thankfully in a nice way)
3) If you go to Costco or Discount Tire, then think about only getting tires that Lexus approves. You're less likely to have issues with them.
06-14-10, 07:00 PM
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I would go for the Yokohama Advan S4 tires ( ultra high performance all season tires). I have them on my Audi A8L sedan. Smooth, quiet and rides very nice over bumps. I also would look at the Continental DWS tires.
The Lexus GS is very sensitive to the type of tires you put on it and it will be very smooth and comfortable with decent tires other than those yokohama advan summer tires.
The Lexus GS is very sensitive to the type of tires you put on it and it will be very smooth and comfortable with decent tires other than those yokohama advan summer tires.
06-14-10, 07:29 PM
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I've heard people just take them back. It's probably best to buy them from a retail outlet rather than have them delivered to do that.
I'm having issues with my Potenza RE960's at the moment so although they are great tires I can't recommend them.
I get the feeling that the Lexus is quite particular on tires for the GS as there is a TSB for the first year alignment. So here are my suggestions for how to approach this.
1) Consider buying an "approved tire". Apparently Lexus recommends some tires. Ask different dealers about this to make sure you know what this list is. When I went to Costco, they didn't want to put Turanza Serenity's on my GS. It may be something to do with the exact speed rating or maybe Costco have got information from car manufacturers as well.
2) Although they are often more expensive, think about buying the tires and getting an alignment at your dealer. That way you have a one stop shop to fall back on in case of any issue. Right now I am shuttling between Discount Tire and the shop that did my alignment. Both are saying the other is responsible (but thankfully in a nice way)
3) If you go to Costco or Discount Tire, then think about only getting tires that Lexus approves. You're less likely to have issues with them.
I'm having issues with my Potenza RE960's at the moment so although they are great tires I can't recommend them.
I get the feeling that the Lexus is quite particular on tires for the GS as there is a TSB for the first year alignment. So here are my suggestions for how to approach this.
1) Consider buying an "approved tire". Apparently Lexus recommends some tires. Ask different dealers about this to make sure you know what this list is. When I went to Costco, they didn't want to put Turanza Serenity's on my GS. It may be something to do with the exact speed rating or maybe Costco have got information from car manufacturers as well.
2) Although they are often more expensive, think about buying the tires and getting an alignment at your dealer. That way you have a one stop shop to fall back on in case of any issue. Right now I am shuttling between Discount Tire and the shop that did my alignment. Both are saying the other is responsible (but thankfully in a nice way)
3) If you go to Costco or Discount Tire, then think about only getting tires that Lexus approves. You're less likely to have issues with them.
I had this tire on my car for over 2 years and it is the smoothest and most comfy tire I have ever had.
06-14-10, 11:48 PM
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It's a great tire but it is currently pulling after an alignment. I did a rotation and it's pulling even more. Another poster also had this issue.
So let me know if you want to sell it, im in the bay area as well.
