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Old 11-13-18, 06:04 PM
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got Michelin 4s too on my gs its the new version of super sport. I love the tire since cal only have rain/hot no snow and its work, feel so safe driving in the rain on the fast lane with these tire on and they are gripy. the bad part is that they don't last long.
Old 11-13-18, 06:10 PM
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Getting new tires Michelin pilot A/S3+
245/40/19 front 275/35/19 rear
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Old 11-13-18, 09:12 PM
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So far so good, A LOT quieter than the OEM Bridgestones. They don't sound like they are rubbing, they make some noise at full lock but I'm not sure if that's because they are new as it doesn't sound like rubbing and is not loud.
Old 11-14-18, 10:23 AM
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Originally Posted by bob256k
I would expect no more than 20,000 especially from the rear tires.
20k, hmmm? Wasn’t expecting I’d get that much on the rears, but I’ll take it.
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I got my car CPO with new rear tires at ~19k, they were just replaced with about 4/32 tread left at ~36.5k :/ Bridgestone Potenza RE050a i think , the oem tires.
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Originally Posted by bclexus
Summer performance tires become rock hard like a hockey puck below 40 degrees and dangerous due to loss of traction as the rubber properties change from a pliable elastic to inflexible plastic. Also, summer performance tires will crack when driven in cold temperatures.
BC, I am also in DFW, I am not an aggressive driver, mostly all hwy miles in my gs350 F sport (2015) and looking to maximize my quiet ride and soft ride..
any suggestions??
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Originally Posted by golddot
BC, I am also in DFW, I am not an aggressive driver, mostly all hwy miles in my gs350 F sport (2015) and looking to maximize my quiet ride and soft ride..
any suggestions??
I have the Pirelli Cinturato P7 All Season Plus tires on my GS 350, which I got at Discount Tire. I am pleased with them, and many other GS 350 owners that have them are as well.
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Yokohama Advan Sport AS 245/40/19 275/35/19. I'm on my second set. My first set was replaced because I got new wheels. It had a little over 40K miles on them. Front had 7mm left and rears had 5mm left when i replaced them. I drive about 15-20K miles a year, mostly freeway. I am pretty much an aggressive driver and i'm surprised they lasted this long. I have taken them to Lake Tahoe in winter without any major issues, i brought chains on case. I got stuck. These tires are a bargain compared to Michelin AS3 if you're looking for something more budget friendly.
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I'm surprised no one mentioned the Michelin Premier A/S. These tires are superb in the rain. I have this set on 4 of my household vehicles.

These tires can be noisy on dry pavement -- similar to a faint whistle but in torrential rain, they MOVE some water.

The car holds straight. I don't think you can go wrong with these for a top all season tire.

The Michelin Premier a/s are decent in the winter as well but the nokian hakkapelita are king when it comes to winter weather.
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Originally Posted by edoggie
I'm surprised no one mentioned the Michelin Premier A/S. These tires are superb in the rain. I have this set on 4 of my household vehicles.

These tires can be noisy on dry pavement -- similar to a faint whistle but in torrential rain, they MOVE some water.

The car holds straight. I don't think you can go wrong with these for a top all season tire.

The Michelin Premier a/s are decent in the winter as well but the nokian hakkapelita are king when it comes to winter weather.
I replaced the OE tires with Michelin Premier A/S tires and really liked the ride they provided, however they didn't last long - maybe 18k miles. I replaced them with the Pirelli Cinturato P7 All Season Plus tires and thus far I am very pleased with them.
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Originally Posted by bclexus
I replaced the OE tires with Michelin Premier A/S tires and really liked the ride they provided, however they didn't last long - maybe 18k miles. I replaced them with the Pirelli Cinturato P7 All Season Plus tires and thus far I am very pleased with them.
I'm curious, since the Pirelli Cinturato P7 All Season Plus is limited in size, if 255-40-19 for the rear will be ok for the RWD F-Sport. It's about 0.73 inch taller, which will also lessen the gap in the rear.

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Originally Posted by bclexus
Summer performance tires become rock hard like a hockey puck below 40 degrees and dangerous due to loss of traction as the rubber properties change from a pliable elastic to inflexible plastic. Also, summer performance tires will crack when driven in cold temperatures.
I called Tire Rack and ask for those specific tires they said they do not make those Pirelli p7 in that size what size are you running on your GS350 or what size do I need to order that will work with my stock rims I have a 2015 GS350 F Sport and everyone is telling me did I talk to you that Pirelli does not make that tire in that size is there an alternate size a little bigger that will still fit on my standard rim or wheel
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Originally Posted by golddot
I called Tire Rack and ask for those specific tires they said they do not make those Pirelli p7 in that size what size are you running on your GS350 or what size do I need to order that will work with my stock rims I have a 2015 GS350 F Sport and everyone is telling me did I talk to you that Pirelli does not make that tire in that size is there an alternate size a little bigger that will still fit on my standard rim or wheel
I have 18" wheels and run the 235/45R18. Your choices for 19" tires are limited.
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If looking at summer tires the Firehawk Indy 500 and General G-Max RS have seen some solid reviews and are regarded as solid replacements. I have a RWD F Sport and have narrowed it down to those two as my choice when I need to replace my Bridgestones. I like to push the car a bit so will up size to 245f/275r.
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Originally Posted by edoggie
I'm surprised no one mentioned the Michelin Premier A/S. These tires are superb in the rain. I have this set on 4 of my household vehicles.

These tires can be noisy on dry pavement -- similar to a faint whistle but in torrential rain, they MOVE some water.

The car holds straight. I don't think you can go wrong with these for a top all season tire.

The Michelin Premier a/s are decent in the winter as well but the nokian hakkapelita are king when it comes to winter weather.

I have the AS3+ and they have been amaaazing soo far. From driving in the cold winter weather in Flagstaff to driving in the pouring rain over mt shasta, no issues. They can be a little noisy, but i think thats just because of the poorly maintained roads...


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