noob tire question

a_d_y_a · Jul 12th, 2005, 09:22 AM

what size tire can be fitted to a stock b13 rim (175/70/13)

can fit falken ziex 512s which come in 185/60/14? What will happen to ride handling/ comfort and noise? I do arounf 350 miles a week.

where can I buy decent priced tires. None too expensive

aditya

myoung · Jul 12th, 2005, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by a_d_y_a

what size tire can be fitted to a stock b13 rim (175/70/13)

can fit falken ziex 512s which come in 185/60/14? What will happen to ride handling/ comfort and noise? I do arounf 350 miles a week.

where can I buy decent priced tires. None too expensive

aditya

Those will fit fine, if you have 14" wheels to go along with them.. if not you have to get 13" tires to fit your 13" wheels.

myoung · Jul 12th, 2005, 10:06 AM

http://www.discounttiredirect.com

Pretty sure they still have free shipping..

nassin93 · Jul 12th, 2005, 11:23 PM

On my BMW E30 I ran teh Sumitomo HTR 200... and they were a pretty good trade off of decent grip and longevity.

I plan on going with them for the sentra with 175/70/13. I am sure they also make the size you're looking for.

Also, the Ziex are really squishy in turns, but comfortable in a straight line I hear. But then again, I don't know what you're going for.

a_d_y_a · Jul 13th, 2005, 08:06 AM

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Originally Posted by myoung

http://www.discounttiredirect.com

Pretty sure they still have free shipping..

how do I install it if I order online?

I am looking for quiet, comfortable ride which is not scary in the winter and rains.

aditya'

myoung · Jul 13th, 2005, 08:33 AM

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Originally Posted by a_d_y_a

how do I install it if I order online?

I am looking for quiet, comfortable ride which is not scary in the winter and rains.

aditya'

You take the tires and the car to any tire shop...they charge about $10 (give or take) a tire to mount and balance

You should look at upgrading to 15's, they will mount and balance free and send them to you ready to install.. if you buy the wheel and tire package.

pete? · Jul 13th, 2005, 08:56 AM

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Originally Posted by myoung

You take the tires and the car to any tire shop...they charge about $10 (give or take) a tire to mount and balance

You should look at upgrading to 15's, they will mount and balance free and send them to you ready to install.. if you buy the wheel and tire package.

mike is correct (normally is

) but if your on a budget read up on the b14 se-r wheels.

nassin93 · Jul 13th, 2005, 08:57 AM

If he just wants a comfortable ride, I think his 13" tires will be fine. Also, considering he has OEM size wheels, he can fit pretty thin tires on there, which is better in rain and snow.

You cannot fit 185/60/14 tires on an 13" wheel (I believe the ones from the factory are 13"). www.tirerack.com is also very easy to use, with a wide selection.

myoung · Jul 13th, 2005, 09:00 AM

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Originally Posted by nassin93

If he just wants a comfortable ride, I think his 13" tires will be fine. Also, considering he has OEM size wheels, he can fit pretty thin tires on there, which is better in rain and snow.

How is thin better in rain? Less patch on the ground less traction..

His wheel size was already discussed..

nassin93 · Jul 13th, 2005, 09:06 AM

Less patch on the ground = less likely to hydroplane

So thinner tires are safer like on the freeway, where as wider tires are better for grip in turns, at speeds far less than those on freeways.

a_d_y_a · Jul 13th, 2005, 09:07 AM

thanx for the answers

Well I have decided on a tire (within budget ! yay + a rebate)
the yokohoma avid touring.

methinks they will do. what are ur thoughts?

also discount tire has a installer close by.
one last question remains is size choice between

185/70/13 and 175/70/13

and should i opt for their (discount tire's ) hazard program?

nassin93 · Jul 13th, 2005, 09:11 AM

If it's the stock steelies, I don't think the 185 will fit very well, as they may be a little wide for the wheel.

As for the hazard program, small holes can be plugged for like $5, and if it is a catastrophic blow out or something, these size tires aren't worth it IMO, since they are so cheap to buy.

a_d_y_a · Jul 13th, 2005, 09:16 AM

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Originally Posted by nassin93

If it's the stock steelies, I don't think the 185 will fit very well, as they may be a little wide for the wheel.

As for the hazard program, small holes can be plugged for like $5, and if it is a catastrophic blow out or something, these size tires aren't worth it IMO, since they are so cheap to buy.

okay I feel I have a deal now.

4 yoko avids touring = $148 (175/70/13)
4 valve stems = $12
4 tire install = $50
rebate =-$25

total = $ 185.

thanx everbody

nassin93 · Jul 13th, 2005, 09:52 AM

Where are you getting this all done? Where are you getting the tires from?

myoung · Jul 13th, 2005, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by a_d_y_a

okay I feel I have a deal now.

4 yoko avids touring = $148 (175/70/13)
4 valve stems = $12
4 tire install = $50
rebate =-$25

total = $ 185.

thanx everbody

Spend a couple bucks more and get the T4's