oil/tires

[jcb986]

Originally Posted by chitowndad

So if I'm looking for the best performance tire and not concerned about the smoothest tire and have a limited budget, i.e., the cheaper the better, what tire should I get? Falkens sound like something for a Buick. Am I wrong? I like the performance of the pirellies (spelling) just think they are too noisy.

-Steve

Performance tires will have a stiff and usually noisey ride. If you are just a cruiser the Falken's are a great tire. And don't under estimate them because they are low cost. They also have a warranty and a lot of high performance tires come with no warranty.
Here's some info on them.

Imagine an all season performance tire designed to offer true grip and increased traction that ultimately advances driver confidence whatever the weather condition. With the ZIEX ZE912, Falken has developed a tire with full-depth sipes encircling the tread, coupled with high-volume circumferential grooves and high angle variable cross grooves, that brings together the spirit of performance driving in all climates. When faced with wet conditions, the ZIEX ZE912 features increased hydroplane resistance and increased tread stability by evacuating water away, delivering improved grip composure, while its hybrid-asymmetric pattern produces better dry performance. A genuine touring tire with confidence, through a 65,000 limited mileage warranty on 60/65 series and 40,000 limited mileage warranty on 55 series and under. This results in a tire that performs regardless of the condition of the road each and every season.

* 4 HIGH VOLUME CIRCUMFERENTIAL GROOVES deliver increased hydroplane resistance for improved wet weather performance
* TREADWEAR INDICATORS provide the driver with visual cues to help maximize tire life
* HIGH ANGLE VARIABLE CROSS GROOVES help reduce tire noise
* INFINITE SIPE SEQUENCE increase traction in winter months while improving overall grip

[stateofidleness]

i just put 4 new Dunlop Star Specs on mine and I literally smile ear to ear every time I take a turn with moderate speed.

Wet weather? AMAZING performance
Dry weather? Incredible

this will sound dumb, but they look sexy as hell too... very aggressive looking tread pattern.

I love them!!!

the treadwear ain't the greatest, but it's worth it. I love my wet weather peace of mind.

[cvhs18472]

I am on my third set of Kumho Exsta SPT's and couldn't be happier. O f course I get 2 seasons out of the fronts and maybe 1/2 out of the rear. At under $500 for a full set coupled with the excellent Tire Rack ratings I am quite happy. I am then allowed to spend money foolisly on other Porsche related items or maintenance. Ed

[vath2001]

I am reading these posts and am concerned that everyone is south of the 35 parallel. How do your tires do with frost on the ground? I want to extend my season. Everything I have read about Summer tires is that below 40 degrees, your safer on a bicycle. Any incite into the lower temperature driving on these tires?

[tnoice]

when my yokohama's wear out from a much enjoyable season of autocrossing and daily driving, I am going to buy the Bridgestone Potenza RE-11's. I have had similar tires in the past and have really liked them.

As far as oil, I use mobil 1, and have not had a problem. Now, that being said, I do change the oil FAR more frequently than recommended. About every 5,000 miles or once a year.

[Adam]

Originally Posted by tnoice

when my yokohama's wear out from a much enjoyable season of autocrossing and daily driving, I am going to buy the Bridgestone Potenza RE-11's. I have had similar tires in the past and have really liked them.

As far as oil, I use mobil 1, and have not had a problem. Now, that being said, I do change the oil FAR more frequently than recommended. About every 5,000 miles or once a year.

I think you'll be amazed by how much better the RE-11's perform over your current Yokos. Just as an option, if you're looking for RE-11 performance for a couple hundred less look into the Kuhmo XS tires. I've had them on mine since last summer and they have gobs of grip and a popular AX tire.

[jcb986]

If you are in an area of snow, extreme cold, you will need a winter tire. Buy a set of used rims and get yourself a set of winter tires.