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Old Jul 11, 2010 | 09:23 PM
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Another California Mini here

Greetings from Northern California, I just purchased a 2006 Mini Cooper S with 30K on it. It's great! About 5 years ago I had a '78 Mini that I sold, regrettably, but this newer one is awesome so far. It does need some new tires, at least on the back, so I am thinking about replacing the run flats with standard tires. I'm leaning toward Continental ExtremeContact DWS after reading some great reviews on various sites. Anyone have experience with these?

Anyway, hello and I look forward to learning a lot from you all.
 
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Old Jul 11, 2010 | 11:00 PM
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Hello Metodd1! Unfortunately, I don't have a lot of expertly-know-how. However, I can bestow upon you a friendly howdy do! And a good ol' welcome to NAM! It sounds like you're having a great time with your new vehicle! Can't wait to see some pix soon!!
 
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Old Jul 12, 2010 | 01:59 AM
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Welcome to the forum, I imagine you experience quite a lot of difference between your classic Mini and your new one, how would you rate these diffrences?
 
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Old Jul 12, 2010 | 06:20 AM
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Congrats & Welcome! Ditching runflats seems to be the first mod for most...lots of threads with suggested replacement tires - just do a quick search.
 
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Old Jul 12, 2010 | 07:44 AM
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Yes Runflats are harsh on your Ride . Good Luck on your search !
El Tiger
 
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Old Jul 12, 2010 | 03:03 PM
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Welcome to NAM from Watsonville!

Have not tried the Contis but high marks on Tire Rack.
 
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Old Jul 13, 2010 | 05:44 PM
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Hello!

 
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