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Old 07-04-2019, 10:33 AM   #339 (permalink)
Ecky
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My RE92s on the front wheels are rapidly turning into slicks, so I ordered a pair of wheels for the front. I'm going to try Vredestein Quatrac 5's in 185/60r14. The RE92s in the rear still look almost new.

Why these?

-Low (but not lowest) rolling resistance - probably not as good as Bridgestone or Michelin's best but they're well-regarded

-Middle of the road tread life - moderately sticky rubber that won't need to be replaced too often

-Extremely lightweight - 14lbs for 185 width tires, whereas the stock tires are 13lbs

-They have an option in 165/65r14 for the rears, if I like them

-185 width in the front will close some of the inner track width difference between front and rear track, which should reduce tramlining

-Priced right - $55 for 165's and $75 for 185's

-Rave reviews

I've come to realize, especially after getting fuel maps and cam angles sorted out, that a tire with as little grip as the RE92s are just going to get destroyed by this engine, even if I'm careful.

Since I have proper winter tires, it isn't necessary that I picked out something with great snow traction. All else being equal, I'd have traded a bit of winter handling for most anything else, but these tires seem like a very good compromise of characteristics.
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