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quietest tire all season?? will take a hit in performance need quiet! thx

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Old Oct 21, 2007 | 02:12 PM
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quietest tire all season?? will take a hit in performance need quiet! thx

I have my rf dunlop tires still and my wife is complaining that it feels like a roller coaster. I have the 205-45-17 . what size tires will fit on these wheels??? and which size is the quietest and most smooth. i am willing to give up performance since I don't race or drive extremely rough. I do need them to be all season since i live in chi town and we are known to have some wetness issues~ any help/input would be greatly appreciated. thanks
 
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Old Oct 23, 2007 | 08:26 AM
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Old Oct 23, 2007 | 06:04 PM
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Recommendation on non rf tires

I just picked up four cooper zeon sport a/s tires. Pretty decent price (110.00) each. Much nicer than the run flats. Better ride, smoother, nicer handling and 2.8 mpg better than rf. Nice and quiet as well.

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Old Oct 23, 2007 | 06:14 PM
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Michelin Pilot Exalto A/S or PE2's if you want more P....
 
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Old Oct 24, 2007 | 09:52 AM
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Alex, nice tires. Now the question: If I have 205/45/R17's on my 06, which size (that tire rack lists as being available: 215/45/R17; 215/50HR17; 225/55HR17; 235/55HR17) would be the "best" or most appropriate fit?
Thanks...and I apologize for my ignorance
 
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Old Oct 24, 2007 | 10:45 AM
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telepathically, Alex said: 215/45/R17


 
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