FWIW, I use 195x55-14 (front) and 205x60-14 (rear) RE71s and have had no
roundness issues whatsoever.
- Bob Mann, '69 2000 Solex
John Friederich wrote:
>
> I agree that the RE-71's are a great tire for the price. However, I've had
> problems getting ones that are really round. Our Miata doesn't care for
> them, and they wore out quite quickly on my Integra. I like Yokos (AVS, 509
> in that order) as the cars seem to like them more.
>
> -John Friederich
> '69 2000 Solex
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net
> [mailto:owner-datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of Ryan, Richard
> Sent: Monday, December 18, 2000 4:23 PM
> To: 'Leonard Sprague'; Datsun Roadster List
> Subject: RE: opinions re: www.tirerack.com
>
> I have used TireRack 3 times and always very good service.
>
> For choices, it depends how much you want to spend. The 8000 and the AVS
> are just about comparable. For $80 more (divided by 25K to 40K miles) I'd
> probably get the 8000s. I have AVS on one car now.
>
> Don't forget the Bridgestone RE-71. I have lots (4k) track miles on a set
> and they are great. I have them on the other car.
>
> Dick Ryan ex. 24022
> (650)312-4022
> Risk Management Dept.
> SM 2000/2
> FAX (650)312-5830
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Leonard Sprague [mailto:sprague@ufl.edu]
> Sent: Monday, December 18, 2000 3:13 PM
> To: Datsun Roadster List
> Subject: opinions re: www.tirerack.com
>
> I have ordered some Panasport 15x6 wheels from Les & Dennis @ Classic
> Datsun Motorsports (thanks for the help Dennis) and wanted to order some
> tires to accompany them.
>
> I was wondering if anyone has used http://www.tirerack.com before. If
> so, does anyone have any opinions? The prices seem excellent compared to
> prices I have been quoted by calling around town (even with the shipping
> charges).
>
> Currently I am thinking:
> 195/50ZR15 Dunlop SP Sport 8000 --- 4 x $73.00 = $292.00
> Grand Total: $325.88 (with shipping)
>
> Other Tire possibilities:
> 195/50ZR15 Yokohama AVS Intermediate --- 4 x $53.00 = $212.00
> 195/50WR15 Pirelli P7000 --- 4 x $53.00 = $212.00
> 195/50ZR15 Dunlop SP Sport 9000 --- 4 x $98.00 = $392.00
>
> http://www.tirerack.com has a cool feature that allows people to make
> comments on the tires for others to read. I would still rather hear the
> advice/opinions from the people on this list.
>
> BTW, I am upgrading tires/wheels due to the 5 speed VG30 transplant that
> is nearing completion (without cutting/modifying the body). I'd like to
> have some extra rubber on the road to help traction, etc.
>
> Comments, suggestions appreciated.
>
> Thanks again everyone,
> Lenny
>
> '69 1600 spl311-25453
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