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    looking for new tires for some ltw rims need suggestions

    hey guys

    im getting a set of ltw rims and i might need new tires..
    can anyone tell me what is a great tire for spring and summer driving that has awsome dry traction and good-superior wet traction..
    that has a pretty good tread life
    and is quiet...
    thanks!
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    Bridgestone S-03 has excellent wet/dry traction and reasonable treadlife for max perf tire.

    But, if you spent a lot of dough on ltw rims, might as well think about some lightweight tires....Toyo T1-S are very light, several pounds (each) lighter than the S-03 which adds a lot of sidewall material to gain stiffness.
    TedK
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    thats the thing..
    im not spending a lot on the rims
    im getting them for a STEAL
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    Well, I guess if you *care* about weight, consider the Toyos. Otherwise, get the S-03s.
    TedK
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    ok... wieght is important but its not a decideing factor..
    price ride noise grip and tread wear will
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    thanks for the suggestions... i think i need a LITTLE more affordable hehe...

    id love some pilot sports..
    i guess ill call tire rack when i get the rims if i need new tires
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    Toyo's

    Not only are they light, they are fairly quiet, and stick like Cork on Permatex.
    Above avg tread wear to boot.

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