Tire Options for LX Not Up To Par

[RocketSRT8]

Venting time (I hope this topic is in the right category seeing as we don't have a "Venting" section per se).

Is it just me or does selection of tires for the LX truly just suck?

We can't ride any of the really good stuff, ie. Firehawk Wide Ovals, F1 GS-D3, Mich Pilots, Potenzas etc. etc.

Running on 20"s w/ Toyo Proxes 4 in 275/40 all around now. They are all- seasons. Need a good set of summers for some spirited driving.

Looking at all different tire size combinations in order to find a really good tire and am still feeling a bit blahhhh...

My Toyo Proxes 4 soles (pun intended) will be do for a new life soon. Looks like I'll just replace them.... or I could wear a summer truck shoe in a Bridgestone Dueler. hhmm.

I guess more research will uncover news, what do you think of the tire choices we have? Anyone have something to recommend?

[TMag]

Have you looked at Pirelli's like the Pzero?

[RocketSRT8]

T, Yes and the survey results from Tirerack (5 million miles reported) say never buy them again. I'm adrift with no "shoes" for my "whip". That was good idea though.

[cadzilla74]

The new Nitto NT 555 are getting some good reviews.

http://www.discounttire.com/dtcs/tir...%2FPerformance

[RocketSRT8]

Same problem with the Nittos as we do with the other hi-performance tires as they are all low profile, and wide. Would have to size up from a 20" rim... The 20s are big as it is, I don't know if I'm prepared to go bigger. But that seems to be the tradeoff.


Both good ideas, thanks guys.

[TMag]

How abt Nitto Invos?

[cadzilla74]

Same problem with the Nittos as we do with the other hi-performance tires as they are all low profile, and wide. Would have to size up from a 20" rim... The 20s are big as it is, I don't know if I'm prepared to go bigger. But that seems to be the tradeoff.


Both good ideas, thanks guys.

My bad, forgot your SRT is on 20"s ... When my BFG KDW2's wear out I'll be looking at these Nittos but in 255-45-18 which ain't too bad a profile.

[RocketSRT8]

T, The Invos are a good suggestion, the right size, and high performance too. I need to do some more research on these. They do look spacey cool don't they with that futuristic tread design?

Cad, That BFG KDW2 is a really good tire. At 255-45-18 you have a great selection of hi-performance tires including Eagle F1 GS-D3s (which is what I would love to use).

If I go down in rim size to 18" or even 19" or even if I go up in size to 21" or , eke... 22" my selection of tires more than triples and it includes all the really good stuff.

The 20" rims look great on the mag but the accompanying tire selection does not. I am considering new rims too now. Getting 18" or 19" rims is an idea (I'd have to check the brake clearances). The 22" is a little too urban. If I size down to an 18" or 19" I would not only get a selection of hi-performance tires I like, there's also the benefit of having some sidewall (shock-absorbtion, ride comfort, lighter unsprung weight, etc. etc.)

Anyone ever start modding a car starting at the tires and building up around them? I may. LOL

Thanks for the great input guys . It really helps to get intelligent feedback like this, love it!

[formerice]

The Vredesteins have been getting good reviews also.

[fireman2118]

I run Dunlop SP Sportmaxxx. I think they are excellent tires. $$ vs. performance.

[Daniel454]

How abt Nitto Invos?

T, The Invos are a good suggestion, the right size, and high performance too. I need to do some more research on these. They do look spacey cool don't they with that futuristic tread design?

I have the Invos on the wifes 300SRT8 and absolutely LOVE THEM... Not quite as sticky as the F-1s but they wear MUCH better, Cant hear them at all and ride quality is tops... I just bought a set to go on my Mag, havent got them on the road yet but soon...

[GROUNDED]

I think the sport maxx are a very very good deal for the $$$.

[nhdave]

Quoting JMATT's post from over on the "Connection"

For the record, I've spoken dozens of times with the personnel out at the Toyo/Nitto plant.

The Toyo Proxes 4 and the Nitto INVO are made on the same line, and have the same specs. Toyo and Nitto are the same company. Well - Toyo owns the Nitto brand. Both company's reps will admit that the Nitto INVO comes with stickier tread compound than the Proxes 4.

I have the Toyo's, but only because the Nitto's weren't available yet the last time I had to replace my tires.

I believe the Nitto INVO has the same tread compound as the racier Toyo T1R.

My source was direct conversations with the factory.

[stevesrt8]

I've had the Toyo Proxes plus 4's for some time now and I think they are a great all around tire. The Nittos need some temp to get that traction they promise, so northern clients ought to take care. The Proxes plus 4's are a true all season, though, so there should be a grippier choice.

But being dirt cheap, really sticky, and wearing like iron ain't all bad!

[RocketSRT8]

Formerice, the Vred's seem to me to hard to research have you seem them on any tire dealer websites with reviews?

Fireman, the Sportmaxx is a great tire but from what I can find they are not made in 275/40/20, what size are you running? This may go back to my idea of new tires to justify new rims

Daniel, I am gathering info on the Invos and they are building a strong case for themselves. Thanks much for the great info.

Grounded, thank you for the recommendation, what size are you running?

nhDave, got it

Steve, I've had the Proxes 4 for awhile now too, but the next set I'm geting will be "summer" tires the Proxes 4's are all-seasons. See if I get more traction with a single purpose tire. We'll see how that goes right. LOL

Does anyone have experience with the Bridgestone Dueler Sport because they are about the same price as the Invos in the sizes? An no comments about Bridgestones flipping over Ford Exploders either that was when an Englishmen was running Ford (sorta american co).