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tires for 2003 mc cvt

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Old Nov 17, 2006 | 08:01 PM
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tires for 2003 mc cvt

my helix springs lower the car 1inch. i have rear sway bar and run flats on 17 inch rims. which brand and size would be my best bet for everyday driving(city and I-10). thanks in advance.
 
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Old Nov 18, 2006 | 04:37 AM
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I am running Bridgestone Ponteza's and very happy with them they have transformed the handling of the car 205-45-17 look great and good ride,215-45-17 were rubbing and anything less than a 45 is going to make for a bumpy ride.There's lots of raves about Good Year F1,Yokahama etc,it's a matter of preference what brand you want to buy Cheers.
 
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Old Nov 19, 2006 | 12:50 PM
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cvt tires

thanks for the Potenzas info. is there anyone out there running o Michelines? please give me info.
 
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Old Nov 19, 2006 | 02:06 PM
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If you don't care about looks, you could probably pick up a set of Holeys with stock continental tires. Probably will cost you the same as just 17 inch high perf tires would. I have tried a variety of wheels and tires for the MC (including R-comps) and I gotta say, the holeys + continental combo is the best for turn-in and steering feel. They are also great in the rain when new. Having two sets of tires is great - it gives you the ability to use the right tire for the road conditions. I have 3 sets , winter, summer and race.
 
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