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Old 10-21-2013, 04:02 AM
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howdy ,anyone know what is the best tire for a smooth and quite ride on an 06 350z. I don't hot rod at all im an old fart thx
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Yokohama Advans, EnVigors etc. I've ran every tire they have in the states and love them. Then again I do work for Yokohama also Quality Assurance. Tirerack.com has the best prices for them.
Old 10-21-2013, 04:27 AM
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You may not "hot rod" around, but your Z certainly does. As a high performance sportscar with low profile tires, it's never going to have a truly cushy ride. But look at some of the latest all-season tires (I like the General AS-03) and research some of the tests and customer comments at Tire Rack before you make a choice.
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Originally Posted by dkmura
You may not "hot rod" around, but your Z certainly does. As a high performance sportscar with low profile tires, it's never going to have a truly cushy ride. But look at some of the latest all-season tires (I like the General AS-03) and research some of the tests and customer comments at Tire Rack before you make a choice.
i second the generals. I would also look at the all season continentals too.
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Certain tires just "work" on certain cars.
If you are looking for a smooth quiet ride in comparison to the OEM
tires that come on a Z,my vote is for Hankook V-12's.
I replaced my OEM Bridgestone 17's years ago with 19's.
Thought the ride quality would be worse because of a lower sidewall.
Its much smoother and very quiet.Of course,due to a staggered set up,you
can't rotate your tires.Due to this,your rears may suffer after some miles
with inside camber wear.You'll hear some singing...Furthermore,the v-12's
have a rather soft sidewall.Not good for extreme track conditions.
They are also a great looking tire.
Old 10-21-2013, 06:33 AM
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If you are indeed an old fart and want a smooth ride with little noise then I suggest the V12s as well. Their sidewalls are rediculsly soft and they run very quitely but provide a good level of grip and are quite cheap.
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^^^ This. Hankook V12's.
Old 10-21-2013, 07:00 AM
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continental extreme.. good value great warranty and awesome grip too
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You may be an old fart, but you type like a 16 year old girl.
Old 10-21-2013, 08:14 AM
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Originally Posted by pss350z
If you are indeed an old fart and want a smooth ride with little noise then I suggest the V12s as well. Their sidewalls are rediculsly soft and they run very quitely but provide a good level of grip and are quite cheap.
Would running a softer tire make it easier for your wheel to bend if you hit a Pothole?? A harder compound tire would protect the wheel more or am i wrong ? Im not sure but its what was thinking..

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Old 10-21-2013, 08:29 AM
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Originally Posted by kham25
Would running a softer tire make it easier for your wheel to bend if you hit a Pothole?? A harder compound tire would protect the wheel more or am i wrong ? Im not sure but its what was thinking..
We have small sidewalls; if you hit a pot hole hard enough, you're going to eff up your wheel regardless hardness/softness.
Old 10-21-2013, 08:46 AM
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the v12 will give you a decent ride, i have ran them for 2 years and just recently decided that the sidewall is too soft for me during spirited driving
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hankook v12s
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Have V12's on the rear and will be replacing my fronts soon with V12's.
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Add Nitto Invo to that list. Nice and comfy tires. It's quite grippy too.
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I love my V12's as well. BTW, Im an old fart too but I like to hot rod a bit.
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Default I vote for Michelin PS2's

I've stuck with Michelin PS2's since I got rid of the OEM's. Yea, they are a little expensive but I'm and old fart to..I just save up and get them....8^)..
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I am running nitto neo gen 19s 35 wall. They are quieter than the genral exclaim
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Originally Posted by 350Zdj
Add Nitto Invo to that list. Nice and comfy tires. It's quite grippy too.
Yup, great tire, and I also recommend the V12. I have run both, both are have good grip, quiet and good ride.
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Rather than asking a bunch of random people you can search through Tire Rack for specific reviews and ratings

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/survey...y.jsp?type=UHP

Nearly highest rated tire in terms of comfort is what I run - Bridgestone Potenza RE760 Sports


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