Need new tires/ please help me choose..

cubanmike26 · 10-28-2005

I've had Falken Ziex 512 on my ride for about a year now. They are very good tires, only problem is they wear out too quick..partly because of my driving style.
I'm considering between the Toyo Proxes 4 or Fuzion HRi, but the last one is made in part by Firestone so not sure yet on that one...
Opinnions/comments are welcomed..thanks in advance.

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Zzyzx · 10-28-2005

Longer wear = Less dry grip (just so you know) so if you drive hard, you may want to keep a "stickier" tire...

otherwise, the higher the UTQG # the longer the tread will last (its only really good for compairing tires from the same MFG though). the 1st A (or AA) is for Wet straight line brakeing traction (not wet cornering traction) A is good AA is better (this is directly compairable between MFG's) the 2nd A is Temperature rateing... A is the best.

Dont read too much in to the "Sruvey" info... as its based completely on opinion. (Theres no control group to make it a good reference as to the performance of the tires in question) its decent for a basic reference, but dont take it as fact.

cubanmike26 · 10-28-2005

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zzyzx

Longer wear = Less dry grip (just so you know) so if you drive hard, you may want to keep a "stickier" tire...

Dont read too much in to the "Sruvey" info... as its based completely on opinion. (Theres no control group to make it a good reference as to the performance of the tires in question) its decent for a basic reference, but dont take it as fact.

Thanks Zzyzx..yeah I only thought of those numbers as basic opinnions, that's why I thought members' feedback here would be better..
I'll prolly try the T.Proxes 4 this time, even though they are kinda expensive, but I'm still undecided. It's hard choosing tires since the qualities you may gain on one, you may lose on the other as you stated with threadwear & grip..

Civic_Racer9 · 10-29-2005

i like ur 512s....i hate 512s....they dont stick for shit!!!! hate these tires!! grrrr

cubanmike26 · 10-29-2005

^^You like them or you don't?
I think the Ziex 512 aren't all that bad. I've had them for about a year and as far as performance my only complaint is a bit of hydroplane at higher speeds. To be honest; overall, I think they are very good tires..
I've always had Falken tires, but I think I'll try something else next.

tony_buttons · 10-29-2005

bridgestone is made by firestone too, ya know...

cubanmike26 · 10-29-2005

^^No, I wasn't aware..I'm not planning to get near anything w/ the name Firestone on it.

pbfoot · 10-29-2005

i just got the bf goodrich traction T/A h-rated. they are awesome!

i needed all-year tires that could handle some snow but also be good regular performers in the dry.

i gotta say, for all year tires these are damn good.

they cant really compare to azenis or something like that as far as grip and dry performance, obviously, but they are still great and very affordable.

speedracersong · 10-29-2005

i just replaced my yoko avid h4 with yoko avid h4S.
i was going to get the 512's but the wheel works said people were coming back cause the tread was going out faster then normal.

slicksivik · 10-29-2005

just replaced my falken 512 with bridgestone potenza g009. good grip so far. 512 lasted one year. hope these last longer. the g009 are for all season since winter is coming up.

oh i got mine at tirerack. only cost 30 bucks shippin n got it overnight n were on in 24 hrs and that was the cheapest method of shipping.

cubanmike26 · 10-31-2005

After much back and forth, I've realized that for the price, the Ziex 512 are among the best tires out there. I was really planning to get the Proxes 4, but the threadwear on these is even lower than the 512s and I can't really complaint about the Falkens. Anyways, I got me a new set of 512s from EdgeRacing.com; only ($65 each tire, free shipping since they are in Miami), not bad I think. I'm sure if alignment, air pressure & rotations are done on schedule, I could probably get two years or even longer out of these tires. I realize that as long as the tires have even a bit of neg. camber, they'll start to wear out uneven, but can you guys recommended a camber set up in the front & rear for street use that would bring wear to a minimum and still obtain good cornering performance? Thanks again.

Mike.

diskreet · 10-31-2005

I have proxes 4s and they are an awesome tire for the price!

cubanmike26 · 10-31-2005

^^

I bet they are diskreet, but I'll remain loyal to Falken for now..

diskreet · 10-31-2005

cool. i love my proxes 4s but tirewear is pretty shatty for a daily driver, even when they only stay on 6 months of the year.

cubanmike26 · 11-01-2005

Yeah, threadwear is even lower on the Proxes 4, hence the reason why I chose to stay with the 512s.

L23Tan · 11-01-2005

I currently have the Fuzion ZRi's, and they're great!
Read the reviews on Tire Rack and 1010 Tires. They're made in Japan, and very sticky in dry and wet. I had Falken 451's before as well, great tires also.

diskreet · 11-01-2005

thats cool. after 500+ miles and the tires are broken in, give us an update

EM2 Bluez · 11-01-2005

I work at Just Tires, my opinion is stick with Ziex's. One of the lowest prices for good quality tires. Unless you want Toyo's and if so go for the lower model Azenis's or Hankook Ventus RS-2's which are really great. Thought about Dunlops tires? like FM 901 or for daily driving Dunlop Sport A2's. I myself am going for Dunlop FM 901's and Azenis. Since its winter stick with Ziex for its soft grip yet water tread.

cubanmike26 · 11-01-2005

Getting the 512s installed as we speak