Toyo Proxes S/T Tires

[ttrac]

I am looking to replace the conti's on my r/t awd and was wondering if anyone has tried the Toyo Proxes S/T 's or what your thoughts might be on them they come in 255/55 like the BFG KDW's.

[Magne300Csium]

I have had them on my wife's Mountaineer for about a year and they are really quiet and seem to be wearing really well.

I have had them on my 300C for about a month. They seem to make a little bit more noise, but look really good and ride really nicely. I have them in 255/45/20 on Zenetti Flow rims. I could have done 22's in the same wheel, but I cannot help but think that they would have produced a more harsh ride.

I have a small vibration I am trying to get out of the steering at about 60 MPH, but the set up seems to work well.

Here is a rear quarter picture the afternoon I got the tires and wheels.

[Magne300Csium]

Here is a larger picture.

[ttrac]

	Quote:			Originally Posted by Magne300Csium
	I have had them on my wife's Mountaineer for about a year and they are really quiet and seem to be wearing really well. I have had them on my 300C for about a month. They seem to make a little bit more noise, but look really good and ride really nicely. I have them in 255/45/20 on Zenetti Flow rims. I could have done 22's in the same wheel, but I cannot help but think that they would have produced a more harsh ride. I have a small vibration I am trying to get out of the steering at about 60 MPH, but the set up seems to work well. Here is a rear quarter picture the afternoon I got the tires and wheels.

Hi Magne300Csium, Thanks for the reply you seem to be pleased with them so far, I think that I am going to give them a try it is a toss up between them and the BFG KDW's. They are a little more expensive that the BFG but they also have somewhat better reviews. I will keep you posted on what I decide. Thank You again for your input.

[Silver1]

I have the Toyo Proxes S/T's on my 05 RT AWD. I went with the 255/50-18 because I didn't want to increase the overall diameter. At indicated 75, I'm doing 74. They are quieter, handle better and look WAAAY better!
There is only 5/16" clearance on the inside but no sign of rubbing at all.

[zonian]

any pics silver1?

Paul

[E55 KEV]

Toyo's website list the 255/45/20 at 29.6" and our OEM tire height is 28.6". There is a new size available in the Proxes S/T - 255/40/20 - which is 28" tall.

[Silver1]

Here are some pics. If you want larger, uncropped or the front supension clearance, PM me with your email. Remember, this is an RT AWD...

[zonian]

Thanks for the pics...they look good. Those are 255-50-18's, right? Any idea if they'll fit '05 RT RWD stock rims without interference??

Paul

[LtlDad]

	Quote:			Originally Posted by zonian
	Thanks for the pics...they look good. Those are 255-50-18's, right? Any idea if they'll fit '05 RT RWD stock rims without interference?? Paul

I put 255/55/18 on my SXT (w/ RT Rims) and there are not any issues. I also have the Eibach Prokit, so with the lowering, still a non-issue.

[Silver1]

	Quote:
	Those are 255-50-18's, right?

Yep! They are the Toyo Proxes S/T 255/50-18's.

[ttrac]

I ended up going with the Toyo Proxes S/T, 255/55-18, so far I am satisfied with them. The overall look is great and they seem to handle a lot better than the stock Conti's. The ride is a lot smoother and the dry traction is very good haven't had a chance to check on the wet handling yey but they are supposed to be good and I'm sure they will be. Thanks all for you input and help.

[hewinutah]

I know it's early, but has anyone had the Proxes S/T on snow? How did they do?

[shiltz]

was wondering about the snow handling on them as well, looking at them for when my continentals need to go which is soonish and I want something with a lot more dry grip but that's hopefully at least on par with the continentals in the snow.

[Magne300Csium]

To repeat an earlier post, I have the Toyo Proxes S/T on two cars, my 300C and a Mercury Mountaineer, AWD.

I had the Toyos on a mountain trip earlier this year and they worked well. I consider good snow traction the ability to stop well over the ability to get going. They worked nice and I look forward to our upcoming trip to get a better idea of their handling.