Tire suggestions for 12" wheels
I couldn't find any previous threads addressing the pretty limited options classic Mini owners have for their smaller wheels. I have 12" wheels, and was wondering what's out there, and what people recommend. This car will not be driven in rain or over the winter. Thanks in advance.
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I'll try the tire forum.
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I have Falkens on mine and am very happy with them. I have over 30,000 miles on them and they are doing well.
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My brother has Falkens on his mini and they work great. I have 10 inch wheels on my mini and have Yokohamas, I love them. I think Yokohama makes tires for 12 inch also.
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I have Dunlop 145SR 10's on my '59 mini. I've had it so long that way back when I got a new set of Dunlop 10X5 alloy wheels for it also. The tires wear like iron. The wheels are a great retro look that is really retro. I understand they are no longer available except if you can find a used set.
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Talk to Don at Mr.mini i know that he has a bunch 12 inch tires in stock
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Thanks, everybody. Falkens seem to be the most popular choice.
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Still researching tires while the Mini hibernates over the winter. Anybody have any feedback on either the Sumitomo HTR 200's or the Yoko A 539's?
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I've used Sumitomos in 13" and thought they were a great tire for the price.
For tires try the good people at: http://www.vipernoir.com/tires.php |
12" tires are too expensive because they are not common in sizes that'll fit the Mini state side.
My 13" cost 42 a piece.....so if you can fit 10" go that route....if you insist on buying 12s....they'll cost you, but it'd be cheaper than buying new wheels. |
Pep Boys is said to be able to get the 12" Falkins for no real mark up over the more common sizes. I have not tried myself but given the cost of the 12"s at some of the specialty shops (no offence Don) it is worth a shot.
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The car came with really nice 12" Minilites, so I'd rather not invest in new wheels at this point, plus I like the proportions of the car with the 12's. I'll try to get the Falkins through Pep Boys. Thanks, everybody! :thumbsup:
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