Just got back from having the runflats replaced with the F1s. What a difference.

The road is wet right after a little shower and they stick like glue compared to the OEM tires. Ride is nice and firm without the harshness.

I stayed with the 205/45-17 size after some consideration for the 215s.

The big difference is the noise level--the F1s are quiet in comparison to the OEM tires. No helicopter noise at mid speed levels and the interior noise level must have dropped 20 dB.

BTW, the runflats were in acceptable condition, it is just that in this area I am likely to encounter snow and the all-season traction will be welcome. I don't plan on driving in the snow since I have my pickup and my wif'e car, but getting stuck is not in my plan if there is a sudden snowfall

I bought them at Jack Williams tire and with the rebate I paid 650 (OTD with 6% tax).

I had a Continental T 125/75 R15/95M donut in the garage from some past vehicle and the guys at the shop told me it fits the car perectly, so if someone is looking for a spare, you may want to check with local junkyards to see if you can find one. If I remember what car it came from I'll post it later.

 

Good choice. I put F1 A/S on my '03 as it's second set of non-RFs and loved them. They will go on my '08 when it needs tires also

 

I hate to rain on your happy parade, I also put GY F1 AS on my 06 MCS when the RFs wore out. I agree with the handling and wet and all that stuff, I love that part, but at half worn out, they are now louder than the RFs. Almost so loud I'm ready to change them. Way too loud.

YD

 

Yeah... my F1 AS's (which I LOVE) are NOT quiet... I also have a set of Nitto Neo Gens... the Neo Gen's are SILENT, the F1 AS sound like 4x4 tires by comparison...

 

Blimey, How much tread is still left on the Nittos? The reason I ask is that it appears the noise on all of these noisy tires starts at about half worn out.

How do they handle compared to the GY F1 AS?

thanks

YD

 

I'm suprised as brand new tires on a wet surface can be a problem .I got rid of my runflats as well .One of the better mods.