I notice some of you are now running Bridgestone EL400-02 tires. Just wondering about the difference in ride, handling, and noise level?? First picture is Quiettrack. Second is EL400-02.

 

I am running the Bridgestone QT (1st pic) and I am not a fan of them. They seem to rough for this type of car. I will be switching to the Michelin next go round

 

Originally was running the Bridgestone EL the second one and I hated those as well. I switched them when they wore on the inside early even after alignments. I went with continentals.

 

Did you keep runflats or switch ?

 

Since the runflats have a much stiffer sidewall, I’m wondering if I should be running higher pressure in the QuietTracks. I know this is no sports car, but I have noticed a little sidewall scrubbing. Yes, I tend to drive like a teenager at times, not a maniac, but do take corners a little faster than most 77 year-olds. I’m going to try 38psi instead of the recommended 35psi.

 

I don't believe you can look at two tread designs and make any assumptions, unless you are a computer.

 

i wasn’t trying to analyze the two tires by looking at them. I was simply wanting to know owners’ experience with them. I’m happy with my Quiettracks so far, but I have only had them for 5,000 miles.

 

to be fair 'which appear to have a more aggressive tread pattern' were your exact words.

 

[QUOTE=Bigoofy;11799486]to be fair 'which appear to have a more aggressive tread pattern' were your exact words.[/
I guess always thought the little squishy lines indicated a more mushy riding all weather tread. I have been thru a few sets of tires in my 63 years of driving.