i was just wondering what kind of tires you guys were using. As of right now im running toyo proxy fz4's and i love them, but i was just courious to see what some of you other guys were using.

 

There are so many different kinds of tires, and different needs. Everyone has a different story.

Some people need to use the same tires in snow in the winter as well as moderate to warm temperatures the rest of the year, so they get all-seasons. Others either have winter tires for winter, or live in areas where it doesn't get cold, so they get summer tires.

Some people are willing to give up a bit of performance for a tire that lasts longer and/or costs less, while others aren't.

Some people live in areas with a lot of rain, so wet performance is as important as dry performance, while others don't care.

Some people use their tires for autocross and an occasional track event, and want only dry traction, while others use them for daily driving, and need a longer-lasting tire.

Some people have 14" wheels, some 15", some 16", and some 17". Some tires are only available in certain sizes and not others.

Bottom line: Just because someone else uses a certain tire, doesn't mean that that's a good tire for any other person, because each person has his own specific needs and priorities.

As for the Toyo Proxes FZ4, it's an all-season tire, and rather a poor one at that. If you need the compromises of an all-season tire because you have to use the same tires all year round, in snow and cold in winter and in warm weather the rest of the year, you can do a lot better. The Kumho ASX, in particular, is one of the very best all-season tires you can get, and it costs about the same as the crappy FZ4.

Here are some brief recommendations that apply to 90+ percent of Integra owners...

- If you care ONLY about traction on dry pavement, get the Falken Azenis RT-615. In most Integra sizes, it's the stickiest street tire you can get on dry pavement. Downsides include rapid treadlife (10-12K miles is typical) and so-so performance on wet pavement. Moderate price. Available in Integra sizes 195/60-14, 205/50-15, 215/45-16, and 205/40-17.

- If you care about traction in rain and/or need a tire that lasts longer and costs less, get the Kumho SPT or Avon Tech M500. Both offer very good dry traction, are excellent in rain, last a long time (25-40K miles). Prices make these a real bargain. Available in most 15", 16", and 17" sizes for Integras. If you have 14" wheels, then get the Yokohama ES100 in 195/60-14.

- If you need to use the same tires in snow and cold during the winter as in moderate to warm temperatures the rest of the year, then you need all-season tires. (Note that you would get better performance year round by getting a spare set of wheels, one with true winter tires, and the other with summer tires - but that solution doesn't work for everyone.) There are about five all-season tires that are better than most others on the market, and within this group, the Kumho ASX is priced substantially less than the others. So get the Kumho ASX if you need all-season tires. Available in most 15", 16", and 17" sizes for Integras. If you have 14" wheels, then get the Bridgestone Potenza RE960AS in 195/60-14.

These aren't the only tires on the market - there are a lot of good ones out there - but in most cases these are usually the best tires you can get for the money. You can get tires with similar performance that cost a lot more, and other tires with similar prices but worse performance, but those other options don't make much sense.

 

very informative but i just had one question, how do the Kumho SPTs handle the snow? Are they alot worse than All Seasons when it comes to snow?

 

good info

 

right now im tryin to decide between azenis rt-650 and bfg g-force sport for my 16's. im leaning a little more towards the bfg right now just b/c the price is a lil cheaper and im gonna need money since im plannin on goin back to school soon but i havent made a final decision. another reason is i know a few ppl runnin the gforce so ive heard good things but nobody i know is runnin the azeni. if anybody is runnin azenis give me some feedback on how u like them.....it would be greatly appreciated

 

Im running four brand new Kumho SPT's on 15" Heliums and they are nice. Quiet. Good traction. Awesome in the rain, Jacksonville gets wet like a 21 college girl, so I definitely needed good traction in the rain. Overall for the price I dont think I would go with another tire.

 

I am running Toyo T1R's and imo they are the best tires for my needs... they offer a great deal of traction on dry roads and are excellent in the rain. I dont drive them in the snow because my car goes into hibernation mode during that time so I cant really say anything about them in the snow.

 

Michelin Energy MXV4 Plus .... THERE PRETTY GOOD BUT I WANT A BETTER AND LARGER TIRE I GOT 16S NOW

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by truazn4lyfe &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">very informative but i just had one question, how do the Kumho SPTs handle the snow? Are they alot worse than All Seasons when it comes to snow?</TD></TR></TABLE>

Yes. The SPT is a summer tire, and like most summer tires, it really does not do well in snow. If you need to use the same tires in occasional snow in winter as well as in warmer temperatures the rest of the year, you really should get all-seasons (like the Kumho ASX).

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Bro. Darkness &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">right now im tryin to decide between azenis rt-650 and bfg g-force sport for my 16's. im leaning a little more towards the bfg right now just b/c the price is a lil cheaper and im gonna need money since im plannin on goin back to school soon but i havent made a final decision. another reason is i know a few ppl runnin the gforce so ive heard good things but nobody i know is runnin the azeni. if anybody is runnin azenis give me some feedback on how u like them.....it would be greatly appreciated </TD></TR></TABLE>

The big downside with the Azenis (it's the RT-615, not RT-650) is the treadlife. People typically get around 10-12K miles with the Azenis, versus 25-40K miles with tires like the SPT. Remember, value consists of purchase price (how much to buy tires) as well as treadlife (how often you need to buy tires). If you're squeezed for money, don't get the Azenis, because you'll need to replace it 2-3 times as often as other tires.

The SPT and Avon Tech M500 are both much, much, MUCH better than the BFG g-Force Sport, for about the same price. This makes it a no-brainer - get the Kumho SPT or Tech M500, and don't get the g-Force Sport.

 

how much are you guys paying for you tires

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by 401tuner &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">how much are you guys paying for you tires</TD></TR></TABLE>

Prices vary by size and by tire. You can look up prices for most brands of tires on the websites of internet retailers like the Tire Rack, Discount Tire, Vulcan Tire, and onlinetires.com.

 

Im running Bridgestone Fuzion ZRi's on my slipstreams [205/45/16]. they're awesome summer tires.

for my Work's, im running on some Falken Ziex [195/50/15].


Another tire source online that i use;

http://www.edgeracing.com

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Dirty Underware &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Im running Bridgestone Fuzion ZRi's on my slipstreams [205/45/16]. they're awesome summer tires.</TD></TR></TABLE>

For about the same price, the SPT and ES100 are better in every way.

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Dirty Underware &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">for my Work's, im running on some Falken Ziex [195/50/15].</TD></TR></TABLE>

For about the same price, the ASX is better in every way.

That's why I said,

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well the Fuzion's weren't my first choice in line, but i bought them dirt cheap from a friend of mine; and hell, i like their durability.
I've owned pairs and pairs of Falkens and they've never steered me in the wrong direction which is why its in my best interest that i buy them.
to each is own i presume. I just threw what im running out there, for anyone's sight.

 

As always Nsxtasy is always on top of his game.... which I haven't been in for a little while but ya you need tire and for a good price check my sig!

Kumho SPT!

 

Toyo xI326 Zexius or something. 195/50R15

Edited with the correct name.


Modified by Blanket-Jackson y0 at 5:45 PM 7/18/2007

 

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I've owned pairs and pairs of Falkens and they've never steered me in the wrong direction</TD></TR></TABLE>

Haha, that's a funny pun.

 

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No such thing.

 

well, since im just gonna put most of this paycheck toward school and wait for the next check to buy tires, etc. im gonna go with the azenis 205/40/16's since price was the most deciding factor for me between the g-forces and azenis and by then ill have plenty change to spare.

 

[QUOTE=DaveSi677]You want a good balance of wet and dry performance and a good treadwear look no further..... the KUMHO SPTQUOTE]

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Bro. Darkness &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">well, since im just gonna put most of this paycheck toward school and wait for the next check to buy tires, etc. im gonna go with the azenis 205/40/16's since price was the most deciding factor for me between the g-forces and azenis and by then ill have plenty change to spare.</TD></TR></TABLE>

If that's for your Integra, the proper size for your car is 205/45-16 for most tires. The Azenis doesn't come in that size, but you can get 215/45-16. Both these sizes are much better than the 205/40-16, which is much too small for your car (over 3 percent smaller in diameter than your stock 195/60-14 size).

 

nitto neo gens

 

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If that's for your Integra, the proper size for your car is 205/45-16 for most tires. The Azenis doesn't come in that size, but you can get 215/45-16. Both these sizes are much better than the 205/40-16, which is much too small for your car (over 3 percent smaller in diameter than your stock 195/60-14 size).

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so what r u saying is wrong with the 205/40/16? too much wheel gap? loss in performance?...........im confused

 

195/55/15 Nitto NT450's.

I like them.

 

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Edited with the correct name.
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