Tyres

thom119

Looking to get 2 new tyres for an audi A3, 2.0tdi

These two have caught my eye on eiretyres so far

Dunlop SP Sport 3000A
http://ssl.delti.com/cgi-bin/rshop.pl?details=Ordern&cart_id=64888350.124.8087&kplz=&Cookie=&language=&typ=R-115298&dsco=124

Kumho KH31
http://ssl.delti.com/cgi-bin/rshop.pl?details=Ordern&cart_id=64888350.124.8087&typ=R-163449&ranzahl=4&Breite=225&Quer=45&Felge=17&Speed=H&weiter=260&Ang_pro_Seite=10&sort_by=preis_down&Transport=P&dsco=124&sowigan=So

First of all, are they decent tyres for the price they're quoted at?
Secondly is there much difference between them? Which would you choose and why?

Finally anyone got any alternatives for around the same price bracket? (225/45/r17)

Cheers

colm_mcm

The Dunlops are way cheaper than you'd get them on camskill anyway.

George Dalton

You can get a Michelin tyre in that size supplied and fitted for €125 which in my opinion is a far better option than either of the brands you posted.

thom119

Thanks George,

Where can I get them at that price? Feel free to PM me

Colonel Sanders

George Dalton wrote: »

You can get a Michelin tyre in that size supplied and fitted for €125 which in my opinion is a far better option than either of the brands you posted.

Really?

Where? A friend is looking for the exact same size (different car however)

He was getting quotes of 125ish for the likes of Hankook/Bridgestone

George Dalton

That's the price we charge for the Primacy HP in that size. I'm sure other tyre retailers will do them for similar money.

Jimbob 83

Goodyear F1's

George Dalton

The F1s are a good tyre but are optimised for performance/grip rather than long life. They would be similar to the Michelin Pilot Sport range in that regard. Most motorists are more concerned with tyre life than all out grip so the Primacy HP is a better bet for those people.

gollywog

I need two new tyres for the gti, dont really mind sacrificing longevity for extra grip, any suggestions??

vectra

Hankooks that size on the front of my car.
Was driving in heavy rain today and no loss of grip or confidence, was giving her a bit of welly as I was a bit pushed for time. Grand tyres.:cool:

Mycroft H

vectra wrote: »

Hankooks that size on the front of my car.
Was driving in heavy rain today and no loss of grip or confidence, was giving her a bit of welly as I was a bit pushed for time. Grand tyres.:cool:

Your starting to sound like a Hankook salesman now ;-)

gollywog

vectra wrote: »

Hankooks that size on the front of my car.
Was driving in heavy rain today and no loss of grip or confidence, was giving her a bit of welly as I was a bit pushed for time. Grand tyres.:cool:

They get some reviews in fairness...
Definitely considering them.
I bought Vredstein sessanta's last time and I found them very very good but think I'll just experiment a bit

vectra

BX 19 wrote: »

Your starting to sound like a Hankook salesman now ;-)

Well,
Try them
You will either be happy with them or not.
I am very happy with them so have no objections recommending them to others.
On the other hand,
The Bridgestones that were on it originally were good as well though very noisy. and more expensive. I would find it difficult to suggest which one performs better as none left me down. I will say the Hankooks are wearing much slower.

George Dalton

gollywog wrote: »

I need two new tyres for the gti, dont really mind sacrificing longevity for extra grip, any suggestions??

If it is ultimate grip you are looking for then I would say go for either the Michelin PS3 or the Goodyear F1 Aysmmetric 2.

Tea 1000

The problem with the Michelin Premicy is that the grip tends to die away long before the tread does. Usually I'd change Premicy's long before the tread is gone to the marker because they're just not great anymore. Michelin's are pricey too. Can normally find Good Year's for a good deal cheaper. Haven't tried the Pilot Sports to compare, but they'd want to be good to match the Good Years!

George Dalton

Tea 1000 wrote: »

The problem with the Michelin Premicy is that the grip tends to die away long before the tread does. Usually I'd change Premicy's long before the tread is gone to the marker because they're just not great anymore.

The thing is that by the time the Primacy is down near the wear markers any other tyre would be in the bin long ago. They wear better than any other tyre I have ever seen.

Tea 1000

George Dalton wrote: »

The thing is that by the time the Primacy is down near the wear markers any other tyre would be in the bin long ago. They wear better than any other tyre I have ever seen.

True, but I'd have them in the bin at half-way through their life, meaning that it's money wasted for me! Plus with the prices I've been quoted for them they're 60% or more dearer than even the likes of Bridgestones.
Although prices vary greatly, and different tyre retailers have different deals.

Ded_Zebra

Sorry to be hijacking this thread but I currently need tyres for my Toyota Levin.

It has Pirelli P6000s on it at the moment they're fine in the dry but unbelievably dangerous in the wet. (wheels will spin out in 3rd and no grip under braking)
Now the tyres are pretty old and I'm not sure if this is the problem or not.

The thing is that I can't find many premium tyres in this size (185 60 r14) other than P6000s but I am reluctant to buy these as the current set I have are so bad.

So basically what would you recommend I do?

Blazer

Ded_Zebra wrote: »

Sorry to be hijacking this thread but I currently need tyres for my Toyota Levin.

It has Pirelli P6000s on it at the moment they're fine in the dry but unbelievably dangerous in the wet. (wheels will spin out in 3rd and no grip under braking)
Now the tyres are pretty old and I'm not sure if this is the problem or not.

The thing is that I can't find many premium tyres in this size (185 60 r14) other than P6000s but I am reluctant to buy these as the current set I have are so bad.

So basically what would you recommend I do?

Seeing plenty of tyres for you on eire tyres..

The goodyears are getting a good rating..an all season tyre

http://ssl.delti.com/cgi-bin/rshop.pl?details=Ordern&cart_id=64888350.124.8087&typ=R-160071&ranzahl=4&Breite=185&Quer=60&Felge=14&Speed=H&weiter=0&kategorie=6&Ang_pro_Seite=15&Transport=P&dsco=124&sowigan=GAN

YouTookMyName

Ded_Zebra wrote: »

Sorry to be hijacking this thread but I currently need tyres for my Toyota Levin.

It has Pirelli P6000s on it at the moment they're fine in the dry but unbelievably dangerous in the wet. (wheels will spin out in 3rd and no grip under braking)
Now the tyres are pretty old and I'm not sure if this is the problem or not.

The thing is that I can't find many premium tyres in this size (185 60 r14) other than P6000s but I am reluctant to buy these as the current set I have are so bad.

So basically what would you recommend I do?

Camskill

Ded_Zebra

Blazer wrote: »

Seeing plenty of tyres for you on eire tyres..

The goodyears are getting a good rating..an all season tyre

http://ssl.delti.com/cgi-bin/rshop.pl?details=Ordern&cart_id=64888350.124.8087&typ=R-160071&ranzahl=4&Breite=185&Quer=60&Felge=14&Speed=H&weiter=0&kategorie=6&Ang_pro_Seite=15&Transport=P&dsco=124&sowigan=GAN

YouTookMyName wrote: »

Camskill

Thanks guys,

Yeah I looked on eire tyres before but only saw cheap stuff but see the premium options now thanks.

I am looking at these http://ssl.delti.com/cgi-bin/rshop.pl?details=Ordern&cart_id=72882298.124.10585&typ=R-166420&ranzahl=4&Breite=185&Quer=60&Felge=14&Speed=H&weiter=0&last_sort=preis&Ang_pro_Seite=50&sort_by=preis_down&Transport=P&dsco=124&sowigan=So and these http://ssl.delti.com/cgi-bin/rshop.pl?details=Ordern&cart_id=72882298.124.10585&typ=R-133010&ranzahl=4&Breite=185&Quer=60&Felge=14&Speed=H&weiter=0&last_sort=preis&Ang_pro_Seite=50&sort_by=preis_down&Transport=P&dsco=124&sowigan=So

Has anyone tried either of these and would they recommend them?

b318isp

Ded_Zebra wrote: »

Sorry to be hijacking this thread but I currently need tyres for my Toyota Levin.

I'm running 195 section Toyo CF1s on the rear of my BMW E30, and am very impressed - from Camskill.

Ded_Zebra

b318isp wrote: »

I'm running 195 section Toyo CF1s on the rear of my BMW E30, and am very impressed - from Camskill.

So when you get tyres from camskill do you have to bring them somewhere to have them fitted?

YouTookMyName

Ded_Zebra wrote: »

So when you get tyres from camskill do you have to bring them somewhere to have them fitted?

Yep, most independent garages should have no problem fitting tyres.

A lot of chain garages won't fit.

b318isp

Ded_Zebra wrote: »

So when you get tyres from camskill do you have to bring them somewhere to have them fitted?

Yeah, usually €10-15 each; fitted, balanced and old tyres taken away.

Just Jack

George Dalton wrote: »

If it is ultimate grip you are looking for then I would say go for either the Michelin PS3 or the Goodyear F1 Aysmmetric 2.

Bought a used Lexus GS a couple of months ago which had been fitted with new Semperit speed life tyres. While I am not one for straight line speed, I do enjoy driving around corners, I found the Semperit good in the dry but slide easy enough if wet. As they were new and I am quite sensible I was going to keep them, and drive accordingly, until I noticed that my son in laws car.an audi a4 had triangles on front, and sunnys on rear. and this guy is an aggressive driver. So I will do him, and myself a favor by getting your recommended Goodyears A2s or maybe Vredestein Ultrec Vorti which get a great review, and passing on the Semperit. Things been equal or near enough, I prefer to give business to locals,rather than going online to Camskills etc, so any recommendation from you or others on this forum,where to buy would be appreciated

tossy

Discount tyres in blanch have beaten the online options for price on my last few sets of tyres which included Michelin PS3's,Goodyear F1's and Vredestein winteracs.

I used to swear by F1's but the newer ones don't last any length in my experience so i've switched over to PS3's and can't tell the difference in performance.I won't be going back any time soon.

RED PASSION

George Dalton wrote: »

The F1s are a good tyre but are optimised for performance/grip rather than long life. They would be similar to the Michelin Pilot Sport range in that regard. Most motorists are more concerned with tyre life than all out grip so the Primacy HP is a better bet for those people.

Mostly motorway driving, 75mph-80mph, how many thousands miles would you expect to get from Eagle F1's, have contentials on my car 40k on the rear and just over 20k miles i get from the fronts are Goodyear F1's anything similar. if not what brand tyre has a long life and around €160 fitted. tyre is 225/40/R18 92Y, also does eiretyres or camskill do any deal when you buy 3/4 tyres in one purchase.

Just Jack

Just Jack wrote: »

Bought a used Lexus GS a couple of months ago which had been fitted with new Semperit speed life tyres. While I am not one for straight line speed, I do enjoy driving around corners, I found the Semperit good in the dry but slide easy enough if wet. As they were new and I am quite sensible I was going to keep them, and drive accordingly, until I noticed that my son in laws car.an audi a4 had triangles on front, and sunnys on rear. and this guy is an aggressive driver. So I will do him, and myself a favor by getting your recommended Goodyears A2s or maybe Vredestein Ultrec Vorti which get a great review, and passing on the Semperit. Things been equal or near enough, I prefer to give business to locals,rather than going online to Camskills etc, so any recommendation from you or others on this forum,where to buy would be appreciated

Tried Discount tires have not got back to me. maybe the bank holiday, best other local price Goodyear F2s 235 per corner or 940 for 4. Camskills 183.88 each 735.54 for 4 delivered Dublin 765.2 then say 50 fitting and balance (will be keeping semperits so no disposal fee) total say 816 euro saving 124 euro. While I would prefer to keep my business local that is a big difference.
how can local guys compete with these prices?

alanbiy

George Dalton wrote: »

You can get a Michelin tyre in that size supplied and fitted for €125 which in my opinion is a far better option than either of the brands you posted.

I just got 2 new michelin primacy hp's there at lunch with thanks to George Dalton who I discovered ere on boards. I previously had this tyre on my Kia Proceed (225 / 45 /17) and its been fantastic with high mileage and long journeys. Delighted with the service, advice and price

Thanks George and thanks everyone on boards. Learned and learning a lot

Pablo Sanchez

Didnt want to start a new thread so i was hoping someone might be able to give a bit of advice.

Just bought a 2nd hand 2005 polo, standard steel wheels etc. All 4 tyres are those non descript Chinese jobbies, all have a decent amount of tread except the passenger side front which is looking worse for wear (no way it would pass NCT)

I was hoping to eventually upgrade all 4 tyres to whatever is the most fuel efficient tyre, but at present the only one that NEEDS to be changed is the front left.

If im getting a decent set of new tyres would i be just as well getting the full set rather then just replace them as needed?

Also can anyone recommend what type of tyres might suit my needs?

Cheers

Farmer Pudsey

Pablo Sanchez wrote: »

Didnt want to start a new thread so i was hoping someone might be able to give a bit of advice.

Just bought a 2nd hand 2005 polo, standard steel wheels etc. All 4 tyres are those non descript Chinese jobbies, all have a decent amount of tread except the passenger side front which is looking worse for wear (no way it would pass NCT)

I was hoping to eventually upgrade all 4 tyres to whatever is the most fuel efficient tyre, but at present the only one that NEEDS to be changed is the front left.

If im getting a decent set of new tyres would i be just as well getting the full set rather then just replace them as needed?

Also can anyone recommend what type of tyres might suit my needs?

Cheers

I would not be mad about the cheap chinese tyres however it is probally a decision that you will have to make yourself. By the sound you want a good mid range tyre. If you decide to let the three on I find a part worn tyre for the short term and change them all then.

At present Goodrich are promoting there tyre I got a set recently (g-grips) for 55/tyre 185/55/14's. Another good mid range tyre is Nokian they are a Swedish company very well regarded in Germany however no stockists around me. Vredestein/Uniroyal/Hankook are all good tyre I do not think that you will be rallying in a Polo. Google tyre reviews and see what you come accross