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Old 08-16-2006, 09:16 PM
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I currently have Dunlop sp9000. I was wondering since i use my Z as my daily driver, which tire is best suited for our region? In the dc metro area, we get a little bit of everything. I have gotten nearly 40k miles on my dunlops and hopefully would like to get the same tire life. any suggestions? Thanks in advance.
Old 08-17-2006, 05:03 AM
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Originally Posted by NVthis350
I currently have Dunlop sp9000. I was wondering since i use my Z as my daily driver, which tire is best suited for our region? In the dc metro area, we get a little bit of everything. I have gotten nearly 40k miles on my dunlops and hopefully would like to get the same tire life. any suggestions? Thanks in advance.
i use my g as a dd also and i use dedicated snows.i just dont feel comfortable using all season tires at all.the blizzaks are awesome in the snow.
Old 08-17-2006, 05:13 AM
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I have been using the Kumho ASX and love them. I get good traction at 10psi and theyhandle like a dream in the rain. Very inexpensive also.
Old 08-17-2006, 05:28 AM
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Regardless of the region, I see little point in putting M&S rated tires (I assume that is what you are referring to) on a performance sports car. The 350Z needs performance tires that will not get you killed in the rain.
Old 08-17-2006, 05:31 AM
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BFG T/A KDW... Super sticky on dry days and solid in the rain. Can't beat 'em imo.
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Originally Posted by S1AMEZE
BFG T/A KDW... Super sticky on dry days and solid in the rain. Can't beat 'em imo.

+1 great tires a little noisy but the handling is worth it
Old 08-17-2006, 05:45 AM
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+2 And they look wicked from behind. One of my favorite tires Ive had on the Z, and Ive had 5 or 6 sets on the rear!
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Originally Posted by Alberto
+2 And they look wicked from behind. One of my favorite tires Ive had on the Z, and Ive had 5 or 6 sets on the rear!
what's the price run for a set of 4?
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In 255/285/35 19" they were under $1000 but thats with a hookup. Usually $1200 or so....
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check discount tire direct i got mine from them for a pretty good price. contact luke at dtd he will help you out.
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+1 on the Kumho ASXs. Been on mine for 8 months, drive great in the rain and you cant beat the price, think $450 for the set from tirerack.

That being said I will probably get the LM-22s for the winter as well. Wanted to get a new set of wheels anyway so that would be a good time.
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