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DRGETZ · 07-17-2016, 07:28 AM

Thanks I agree that all four should be replaced with the same brand/model.

As I shared, the rear loses traction and wants to slide out when driving over painted surfaces (or deep puddles = hydroplaning) but my question has to do with the differences between the two load options.

After what TOPLESS said below, I am leaning towards the 92Y as they list as about a pound heavier and imagine they would have thicker side walls to accommodate a heavier load. Also read that the thinner walled 88Y's tend to understeer.

Would really appreciate if someone that has driven on BOTH the Yokohama AD08R's and the Michelin Super Sports would share their experiences and compare the two.

07-17-2016, 07:28 AM	#4
DRGETZ Okinawa986 Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: OKINAWA, JAPAN Posts: 45	Thanks for the Replies Thus Far Thanks I agree that all four should be replaced with the same brand/model. As I shared, the rear loses traction and wants to slide out when driving over painted surfaces (or deep puddles = hydroplaning) but my question has to do with the differences between the two load options. After what TOPLESS said below, I am leaning towards the 92Y as they list as about a pound heavier and imagine they would have thicker side walls to accommodate a heavier load. Also read that the thinner walled 88Y's tend to understeer. Would really appreciate if someone that has driven on BOTH the Yokohama AD08R's and the Michelin Super Sports would share their experiences and compare the two. __________________ 2000 Boxster S Zenith Blue Black Top/Glass Window Purchased May 2016 w/41.5k Miles Last edited by DRGETZ; 07-17-2016 at 07:33 AM.