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Jul 7, 2015 | 11:03 AM

#26

Miata13

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From: Urbandale, IA

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Originally Posted by Alex@tirerack

Yes

I prefer

providing your tires are not directional.

Best front wheel drive rotation pattern.

Thanks Alex! Am enjoying the new Continental DWs. Rick

Jul 24, 2015 | 08:02 AM

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Alex@tirerack

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From: South Bend Indiana

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Mostly on tire road noise that averages to sneak up around 10K. Read some articles about "wobble" ....

If a tire is not rotated often enough, road noise can develop. If a is rotated at the 10k mark, often times the new position on the vehicle can point out growing tread noise. The way to avoid this is to rotate early and often.

I am actually running a set of the Premier LTX tires. This is the crossover vehicle build of the same type of tire. I have yet to experience any of these issues.

Jul 25, 2015 | 08:43 AM

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pfarinelli

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From: Phoenix,Az.

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Originally Posted by pfarinelli

I purchased a set of 16" Mini oem rims to replace the 15" rims on my Justa. I purchased the wheels because I believe they will look better on the car. I am looking for a tire that provides a comfortable ride, won't affect fuel mileage too much and is durable. I'm not a very "sporty" driver. I spend most time on city streets and freeways. Do you think this tire is an acceptable choice?

Thanks to all your replies. I went ahead and purchased them at Costco. These tires are amazing. The ride quality difference is remarkable. Road noise is cut in half. Braking and cornering are very confidence inspiring and secure (a lot to do with bigger footprint). The car seems more eager to turn and is more confident in corners. (Bigger footprint I'm sure). Withe the stock continentals on 15" rims, the ride quality was very brittle. Lots of road noise. I am so pleased with these tires!