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Old Mar 28, 2011 | 10:25 PM
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So my stock tires (Bridgestone Turanzas) have almost 20k and Im thinking of replacing them soon.

I currently have Five Axis S5F rims (18 X 8.5 +30 offset) so is there a certain tire that would be the "best fit"?

Im a complete noob when it comes to tires so I would appreciate any feedback
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Old Mar 29, 2011 | 08:45 AM
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Michelin ASPlus if you wanna spend the coin. They have an 45k warranty on them. Or get the Hankook V12's. Just my $0.02.
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Old Mar 29, 2011 | 09:00 AM
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I've got the Hancook Ventus V12's. Read reviews on our vendor Tire Rack. They perform well and for the money you can't beat them.
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Old Mar 29, 2011 | 09:26 AM
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falken 452's enough said
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Old Mar 29, 2011 | 10:22 AM
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Michelin PS3 Summer Tires could be an option as well.
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Old Mar 29, 2011 | 09:55 PM
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Hmm I was looking at the Hancook V12's but they dont have a warranty?

I forgot to mention that I live in sunny south Florida so I dont need any all season tire.

I couldnt find the Faulken 452's on tire rack but what would be the best bang for the buck (with warranty) and be just as good (or better) than my stock Turanzas?
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Old Mar 29, 2011 | 10:05 PM
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Originally Posted by suicidesam
falken 452's enough said
How's the road noise on these?
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Old Mar 30, 2011 | 02:24 PM
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If you're looking for a/s tires. Cont Extreme DWS are pretty good.
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^^ He's in Florida, so the Continental ExtremeContact DW might be a better option.
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My preferences are Hankook Ventus V12's and T1R's. Both good values.
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hankook V12 =)
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