Gill Rocks!

sc135i · 09-23-2010, 02:54 PM

Hi All:

Spent DAYS agonizing over the choice of replacements for the Portenza runflats on my 2008 135i. Researched everything said on here, on Tire Rack, locals, bathroom stalls,

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Spoke with Gill, he was EXTREMELY helpful and knowledgeable, and I finally placed my internet order.

Gill

called me a bit later to ask if I purposely ordered the wrong size. NO, I am just a senile idiot, and Gill saved me from myself. Thank you, Gill, for reviewing my on-line order. That seems above and beyond to me.

What am I ending up with? The Continental Extreme Contact DW's: 225-40's front, 255-35's rear. Please bombard me with positive reinforcement: Any day I have to make a decision lately is a tough day.

bozola · 09-23-2010, 03:01 PM

Gill does rock.

I love the Michelin's Pilot Sport A/S which he also recommended.

Gary@TireRack · 09-23-2010, 03:05 PM

I just walked back in the building from our test track where we are running the Michelin PS2, the Conti DW, the Goodyear F1 Asym., and Kumho's Ecsta LE Sport head to head. Though there is not a lot of overall difference in lap times between any these tires, I ran my fastest two passes on the Conti DW.

sc135i · 09-23-2010, 03:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Gill@Tirerack.com

Though there is not a lot of overall difference in lap times between any these tires, I ran my fastest two passes on the Conti DW.

There's my positive reinforcement!!!

vraptor567 · 09-23-2010, 03:34 PM

so Gil after running that nice comprehensive test, what's your take on best overall (other than slightly faster run on the conti's)?

ILMOSTRO · 09-23-2010, 03:41 PM

I'm rooting for the PS2's, as that's what I'm running.

ES BMW · 09-23-2010, 03:45 PM

That's a good looking tire! I'm sure your purchase will be justified as soon as you drive away on those bad boys.

Gary@TireRack · 09-23-2010, 04:35 PM

The Goodyear, the Conti and the Michelin all felt the same. The Kumho felt slightly less connected but was still impressive.
The lap times are the only difference I can point to. We are splitting hairs after all. These are all great tires.

BMW86 · 09-23-2010, 06:11 PM

+ 1 for a positive review

I've purchased 3 sets of tyres from Gill and I'm based in Australia and it was an easy experience. I've recommended him to a few fellow 1addicts too

Silverbane · 10-06-2010, 11:46 PM

I cant speak highly enough about my recent order through Gill, He reviewed it, made suggestions, and got me my order in 5 days to canada. That was mounting, balancing, studding, shipping and recieving. 5 days!!!

Thanks Gill!!!

09-23-2010, 02:54 PM	#1
sc135i Second Lieutenant 10 Rep 253 Posts Drives: 2008 sgm/taupe 135i Join Date: Dec 2007 iTrader: (0)	Gill Rocks! Hi All: Spent DAYS agonizing over the choice of replacements for the Portenza runflats on my 2008 135i. Researched everything said on here, on Tire Rack, locals, bathroom stalls, . Spoke with Gill, he was EXTREMELY helpful and knowledgeable, and I finally placed my internet order. Gill called me a bit later to ask if I purposely ordered the wrong size. NO, I am just a senile idiot, and Gill saved me from myself. Thank you, Gill, for reviewing my on-line order. That seems above and beyond to me. What am I ending up with? The Continental Extreme Contact DW's: 225-40's front, 255-35's rear. Please bombard me with positive reinforcement: Any day I have to make a decision lately is a tough day.
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bozola Unloved BMW Addict 86 Rep 1,185 Posts Drives: Z3 Coupe, 3 318Ti Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: King County WA iTrader: (0) Garage List 1999 Z3 Coupe [10.00] 1998 318Ti [0.00] 1998 318Ti [10.00] 2008 128i [9.00]	Gill does rock. I love the Michelin's Pilot Sport A/S which he also recommended.
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09-23-2010, 03:05 PM	#3
Gary@TireRack Moderator 369 Rep 4,745 Posts Drives: Formerly 1995 M3 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: South Bend, IN, Tire Rack HQ iTrader: (2)	I just walked back in the building from our test track where we are running the Michelin PS2, the Conti DW, the Goodyear F1 Asym., and Kumho's Ecsta LE Sport head to head. Though there is not a lot of overall difference in lap times between any these tires, I ran my fastest two passes on the Conti DW. __________________ Gary. Tire and Wheel Forum Moderator. Tire Rack Sales Rep Gary@Tirerack.com http://www.tirerack.com/a.jsp?a=AH8&url=index.jsp Please refer to 'Gary/E90 Post' as your previous contact when you order online to help support this forum.
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09-23-2010, 03:34 PM	#5
vraptor567 New Member 0 Rep 23 Posts Drives: 330i Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Albuquerque iTrader: (0)	and the verdict is? so Gil after running that nice comprehensive test, what's your take on best overall (other than slightly faster run on the conti's)?
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ILMOSTRO ilmostro 6 Rep 171 Posts Drives: BMW 135i Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: California iTrader: (0)	I'm rooting for the PS2's, as that's what I'm running. __________________
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09-23-2010, 03:45 PM	#7
ES BMW Captain 68 Rep 883 Posts Drives: '12 E92 M3 ZCP 6MT Join Date: May 2007 Location: South Florida iTrader: (3)	That's a good looking tire! I'm sure your purchase will be justified as soon as you drive away on those bad boys. __________________ '12 E92 M3 \| 6MT \| ZCP
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09-23-2010, 04:35 PM	#8
Gary@TireRack Moderator 369 Rep 4,745 Posts Drives: Formerly 1995 M3 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: South Bend, IN, Tire Rack HQ iTrader: (2)	The Goodyear, the Conti and the Michelin all felt the same. The Kumho felt slightly less connected but was still impressive. The lap times are the only difference I can point to. We are splitting hairs after all. These are all great tires. __________________ Gary. Tire and Wheel Forum Moderator. Tire Rack Sales Rep Gary@Tirerack.com http://www.tirerack.com/a.jsp?a=AH8&url=index.jsp Please refer to 'Gary/E90 Post' as your previous contact when you order online to help support this forum.
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09-23-2010, 06:11 PM	#9
BMW86 Major General 398 Rep 9,156 Posts Drives: RS3 Sedan / Macan S Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	+ 1 for a positive review I've purchased 3 sets of tyres from Gill and I'm based in Australia and it was an easy experience. I've recommended him to a few fellow 1addicts too
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10-06-2010, 11:46 PM	#10
Silverbane New Member 0 Rep 23 Posts Drives: 2008 White 128 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Edmonton iTrader: (0)	I cant speak highly enough about my recent order through Gill, He reviewed it, made suggestions, and got me my order in 5 days to canada. That was mounting, balancing, studding, shipping and recieving. 5 days!!! Thanks Gill!!!
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