Getting Rid of RFT

1bonna · 09-03-2009, 01:36 PM

I want to get rid of the run flat tires. I call my local tire shop, the guy suggested I get the Hankook tires... I have never heard of them, does anyone here has any experience with these brand of tires? Also, where can I get a good deal on tires? Any suggestions will be appreciated.

Tom K. · 09-03-2009, 03:52 PM

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Originally Posted by comotu1

I want to get rid of the run flat tires. I call my local tire shop, the guy suggested I get the Hankook tires... I have never heard of them, does anyone here has any experience with these brand of tires? Also, where can I get a good deal on tires? Any suggestions will be appreciated.

Have you tried the sponsor of this Wheel/Tire forum, Tire Rack?

Tom

My135 · 09-03-2009, 04:52 PM

I am looking to replace the RFT and according to Car & Driver, they rated "Dunlop Sport Z1 Star Spec" number 1 against 10 other brands including Michellen PS2.

Will 225/40/18 and 255/35/18 fits the front/rear stock wheel with no problem and no rubbing?

Any one running this set up would like to comment?

Thanks.

BrokenVert · 09-03-2009, 04:55 PM

I would of course recommend PS2s. But Star Specs are a very good tire aswell and I will be considering them when my PS2s wear out.

subscience · 09-03-2009, 06:28 PM

I am also interested in hearing feedback from the members.

Dave Mac · 09-04-2009, 08:19 AM

Go for the Dunlop Z1 Star Specs. They are a FANTASTIC tire. I won the Washington D.C. Pro Solo STU Class in 2008 on a set of those. They wear nicely, turn-in is crisp and they grip like mad. I got over 1.0G lateral on these "street tires". I am getting a set for my 135i also.

Dave

rodi · 09-04-2009, 07:02 PM

just got the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetrics on tonight. i'm absolutely loving the grip. it's scary sticky.

morscode · 09-04-2009, 07:57 PM

I've heard very good reviews about the Goodyear Eagle F1's and even had a chance to drive them back to back on my friend's S2000 after some bridgestones. These tires are astounding and even in the wet amazingly.

I can vouch for the Michelin PS2's, but they're way too pricey and not much of a rain tire. I will not be purchasing them again, and I'm in California...Not much rain here

I wouldn't put Hankooks on my car. Not that it's a bad tire... There are much better tires for nearly the same prices.

subscience · 09-05-2009, 01:44 PM

Thoughts on the best bang-for-the-buck?

jibaholic101 · 09-05-2009, 02:45 PM

how are the dunlop z1 star specs in rain?

PrimoM3 · 09-10-2009, 12:57 PM

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Originally Posted by jibaholic101

how are the dunlop z1 star specs in rain?

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WhiteOne · 09-10-2009, 02:47 PM

If I was buying new tires today, they would be Hankooks.
You can get race tires that are "stickier" but they will not ride as well.
I drive my car on the street and quiet comfort is more important than maximum grip.
JMHO

cadeucsb · 09-10-2009, 10:52 PM

Been running the hankooks for a couple weeks now and still not a single complaint...then again anything is better than the RFTs

dragon1761 · 09-12-2009, 12:41 PM

if your getting rid of your rft you can donated to me. Let me know and ill pick them up if you are around my area.

desmat · 09-14-2009, 09:04 AM

I like Hankook...

Had a set of RS-2 on my previous car and just got the V12 Evo K110 installed this weekend and what a difference compared to stock RFT !

Noiseless
Smoother
Stickier

09-03-2009, 01:36 PM	#1
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My135 Lieutenant Colonel 85 Rep 1,609 Posts Drives: Join Date: Mar 2008 iTrader: (0)	I am looking to replace the RFT and according to Car & Driver, they rated "Dunlop Sport Z1 Star Spec" number 1 against 10 other brands including Michellen PS2. Will 225/40/18 and 255/35/18 fits the front/rear stock wheel with no problem and no rubbing? Any one running this set up would like to comment? Thanks. __________________ 7/08 135 Coupe, Crimson Red, 6 SP, Sport, Taupe Lette/Aluminum. Performance Mods: JB4 on Map 5, BMS DP Fix V3, Injen polished intake, AR Catless DP, Maddad resonated mid-pipes, aFe exhaust polished tips, ST Suspension Coil Over and Hotchkis front sway bar. Others: BMS OCC, BT Scanner, Mud Flap. Next Mods: AA Front Strut Brace.
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BrokenVert Resident Kerbalnaut 477 Rep 10,703 Posts Drives: Topless Brute/Hybrid Boogaloo Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Fahrvergnügen/NY iTrader: (0)	I would of course recommend PS2s. But Star Specs are a very good tire aswell and I will be considering them when my PS2s wear out. __________________
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subscience Second Lieutenant 7 Rep 237 Posts Drives: 08 135i Join Date: May 2008 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (0)	I am also interested in hearing feedback from the members. __________________ 08 jet black 135i \| sport, 6-mt
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09-04-2009, 08:19 AM	#6
Dave Mac Private First Class 1 Rep 122 Posts Drives: Join Date: Aug 2008 iTrader: (0)	Go for the Dunlop Z1 Star Specs. They are a FANTASTIC tire. I won the Washington D.C. Pro Solo STU Class in 2008 on a set of those. They wear nicely, turn-in is crisp and they grip like mad. I got over 1.0G lateral on these "street tires". I am getting a set for my 135i also. Dave
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rodi . . . 183 Rep 2,391 Posts Drives: your FACE! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Atlanta proper iTrader: (-1)	just got the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetrics on tonight. i'm absolutely loving the grip. it's scary sticky. __________________ 2009 135i \| space grey \| sport \| navi \| hifi \| heated dinan stage 2 software \| bmw performance exhaust kw v2 \| hotchkis front sway \| vmr v710
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morscode Got Boost? 52 Rep 601 Posts Drives: 19 x3 m40i Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: 818 iTrader: (3)	I've heard very good reviews about the Goodyear Eagle F1's and even had a chance to drive them back to back on my friend's S2000 after some bridgestones. These tires are astounding and even in the wet amazingly. I can vouch for the Michelin PS2's, but they're way too pricey and not much of a rain tire. I will not be purchasing them again, and I'm in California...Not much rain here I wouldn't put Hankooks on my car. Not that it's a bad tire... There are much better tires for nearly the same prices.
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subscience Second Lieutenant 7 Rep 237 Posts Drives: 08 135i Join Date: May 2008 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (0)	Thoughts on the best bang-for-the-buck? __________________ 08 jet black 135i \| sport, 6-mt
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jibaholic101 Brigadier General 159 Rep 3,496 Posts Drives: women wild Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Charleston, SC iTrader: (0)	how are the dunlop z1 star specs in rain? __________________ some italian, german, and japanese ones; and on order more of the same
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09-10-2009, 02:47 PM	#12
WhiteOne Major 28 Rep 1,000 Posts Drives: 2008 AW 135i Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Alabama iTrader: (0)	If I was buying new tires today, they would be Hankooks. You can get race tires that are "stickier" but they will not ride as well. I drive my car on the street and quiet comfort is more important than maximum grip. JMHO
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09-10-2009, 10:52 PM	#13
cadeucsb Captain 34 Rep 604 Posts Drives: TiAg 135i Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: here iTrader: (3)	Been running the hankooks for a couple weeks now and still not a single complaint...then again anything is better than the RFTs
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09-12-2009, 12:41 PM	#14
dragon1761 Lieutenant 88 Rep 528 Posts Drives: 128i SGM 08; 328i AW 14 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Arcadia, CA iTrader: (0)	if your getting rid of your rft you can donated to me. Let me know and ill pick them up if you are around my area.
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09-14-2009, 09:04 AM	#15
desmat First Lieutenant 37 Rep 311 Posts Drives: F31 M Sport Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Montreal iTrader: (0) Garage List 2014 F31 M Sport [0.00]	I like Hankook... Had a set of RS-2 on my previous car and just got the V12 Evo K110 installed this weekend and what a difference compared to stock RFT ! Noiseless Smoother Stickier Last edited by desmat; 09-14-2009 at 10:30 PM..
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