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Old 02-29-2012, 09:30 PM
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Tire Advice Needed

I need new summer rubber for my 07 MCS. I'm thinking about Continental Extreme Contact DW tires or Michelin Pilot Super Sports. What do you think?

Also, I'm getting minor rubbing in full lock turns with my 215-45-17 Blizzaks, but know this is a common size. Anyone experience this? Any views on 205-45-17 vs 215-45-17 sizes?

I use my MCS for sporty daily driving, but don't auto cross it.

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Old 03-01-2012, 04:39 AM
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I ran this tire size all summer last year, without any rubbing. Did you lower your car or made any changes to the suspension?
 
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Old 03-01-2012, 06:04 AM
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The DW is nice, especially for ride. The Pilot Super Sport has set the bar for handling in maximum performance tire category. Depends on your priorities.
 
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You might want to also consider Kumho Ecsta SPT or the Hankook Ventus V12 evo K110 tires for less $$ but I have read good reviews about those Michelins just that they are somewhat pricey.

I am sticking with stock 205-45R17 in case I lower in the future.
 
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