What type & size of tires to use / what fits? / "best" tire?
- Martin Benade
- 356 Fan
- Posts: 12345
- Joined: Wed Nov 23, 2011 10:52 am
- Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Re: Michelin XZX opinions?
I remember the XAS as a very good tire, at least at that time. Are they still available?
Cleveland Ohio
62 Cabriolet
56 VW
02 IS 300
04 Sienna
62 Cabriolet
56 VW
02 IS 300
04 Sienna
- Freddy Rabbat
- 356 Fan
- Posts: 639
- Joined: Tue Mar 25, 2008 11:08 pm
- Tag: Real Carreras have 4 cams
- Contact:
- Randy Mittelstet
- 356 Fan
- Posts: 300
- Joined: Sat Jun 14, 2008 7:37 pm
- Location: Denver
Re: Michelin XZX opinions?
Randy,
Discount Tire is carrying the Khumo PowerStar 758 in a 165 x 80 x 15.
This tire received some attention in the past as a replacement choice on 356's then dropped out of site for a while but is back again.
Discount Tire is carrying the Khumo PowerStar 758 in a 165 x 80 x 15.
This tire received some attention in the past as a replacement choice on 356's then dropped out of site for a while but is back again.
Randy Mittelstet
Denver
1960 early Roadster
Denver
1960 early Roadster
- Randy Mittelstet
- 356 Fan
- Posts: 300
- Joined: Sat Jun 14, 2008 7:37 pm
- Location: Denver
Re: Michelin XZX opinions?
sorry, I omitted the link to the Kumho Power Star 758 in my post below.
http://www.discounttire.com/dtcs/tires/ ... 5&pc=33387
http://www.discounttire.com/dtcs/tires/ ... 5&pc=33387
Randy Mittelstet
Denver
1960 early Roadster
Denver
1960 early Roadster
- Bob Forman
- 356 Fan
- Posts: 1459
- Joined: Tue May 06, 2008 1:26 pm
- Location: Anacortes, WA
Re: What type & size of tires to use / what fits? / "best" t
In 2006 I purchased 5 Kumhos from Tire Rack for $30 each. They looked and performed well however now they are beginning to leak air. TR does not carry them currently; in fact, the only thing they have in the 165/80X15 size is an all-season tire that doesn't seem to fit the persona of a 356. At this time I'm leaning toward the Firestone F560.
In fact, it appears Kumho doesn't make the 165 any longer.
In fact, it appears Kumho doesn't make the 165 any longer.
Bob Forman
- Ron Bastrup
- 356 Fan
- Posts: 40
- Joined: Tue Jan 21, 2014 5:30 pm
Re: What type & size of tires to use / what fits? / "best" t
Does anyone know anything about Hercules tires, they're what the local dealer out here in the desert carries in the right sizes. Made in U.S.A.
-
- 356 Fan
- Posts: 52
- Joined: Tue Apr 19, 2011 6:17 pm
Re: What type & size of tires to use / what fits? / "best" t
I've been running the Dunlop SP20 (165SR15) tires and they provide a very comfortable and smooth ride. They are about 10 years old, so it's probably time to get rid of them. I'm looking for a comparable replacement that keeps the comfortable smooth ride and period correct look. I don't ever really push the car, just cruise. Not really performance or price sensitive, just want the "right" tire. Car only sees the sun. Thoughts? Anyone else have any feedback on the Michelin Defender tires?
Thanks in advance!
Thanks in advance!
Wanted Dead or Alive: engine #35762
- Dan Macdonald
- 356 Fan
- Posts: 1039
- Joined: Tue Mar 25, 2008 7:37 pm
- Location: Marin County, Calfornia
- Contact:
Re: Michelin XZX opinions?
Dan Macdonald wrote:I just recently wore out a set of Kuhmo's on my C car (daily driver)…yes, wore them out in about 5 years. (How many of you guys have worn through a set of tires on your 356 in recent years? Not many I would guess.)
I have ordered a set of Nexen 165-80-15's. About $414 for 4 tires, installed, complete, including tax in NorCal. We'll see how they perform...
Reporting back: After about 500 miles these tires perform similarly to my old Kuhmo's. Not great, not bad...probably not your autocross TTD tire, but for my daily driver they're fine.
Dan Macdonald
'59 A Coupe (105327)
'57 Speedster (82954)
Registry #1921 (1982)
DMAIA@aol.com
My YouTube Channel: Tinmeister 356
'59 A Coupe (105327)
'57 Speedster (82954)
Registry #1921 (1982)
DMAIA@aol.com
My YouTube Channel: Tinmeister 356
-
- 356 Fan
- Posts: 84
- Joined: Sat Mar 29, 2008 11:56 am
Buying new tires for 1962- 356 S-90 S Cabriolet
Must replace my great Pirelli Tires on my 62 Super 90 Cab. I have size P185X65X15. They are over 14 years old, but show no dry rot. I am not willing to take these chances as I drive the 356 on 95 Interstate most of the time. I have heard that Vredstein are good & have a great vintage look.
Can someone or many as possible give me the best most quiet tires for the money. Also I can purchase Pirelli P4 in this size but they look too modern. Anybody got some good input ??? BTW, the Pirellis are about $70.00 each + frt of about $15.00 each + mounting & balancing.
Arnie neetfried@gmail.com
Can someone or many as possible give me the best most quiet tires for the money. Also I can purchase Pirelli P4 in this size but they look too modern. Anybody got some good input ??? BTW, the Pirellis are about $70.00 each + frt of about $15.00 each + mounting & balancing.
Arnie neetfried@gmail.com
- Jules Dielen
- 356 Fan
- Posts: 3204
- Joined: Fri Mar 28, 2008 3:25 pm
- Location: Arizona
Re: Buying new tires for 1962- 356 S-90 S Cabriolet
I would go for the vredestein. Nice comfortable tire, and you simply can't beat that period correct look.
Jules
Water pumps are for windshield washers only.
Water pumps are for windshield washers only.
- Jim Nelson
- 356 Fan
- Posts: 2140
- Joined: Wed Mar 26, 2008 2:18 pm
- Location: SoCal
Re: Buying new tires for 1962- 356 S-90 S Cabriolet
I have the Vredestein Sprint Classics on my '63 S90 Cab, I like 'em a lot.
-
- 356 Fan
- Posts: 1898
- Joined: Sat Jun 21, 2008 11:16 am
- Location: Santa Monica, CA
Re: Buying new tires for 1962- 356 S-90 S Cabriolet
+1 for Vredestein Sprint Classics. HR 185/70/15. Speedometer will show correct speed again.
Assume you have 5.5" rims. If you have stock 4.5"ers, nice to go back to original 165/78/15. Better steering feel.
Assume you have 5.5" rims. If you have stock 4.5"ers, nice to go back to original 165/78/15. Better steering feel.
#6386
-
- 356 Fan
- Posts: 362
- Joined: Tue Apr 08, 2008 4:51 pm
Re: Buying new tires for 1962- 356 S-90 S Cabriolet
I have Vredestein's on my 62 and 59. Great driving tires.
59A Coupe
64C Sunroof
64C Sunroof
Re: Buying new tires for 1962- 356 S-90 S Cabriolet
A "sticky" in this forum on tires exists. Right now it is a couple of threads above this one. There might be some more info for you there:
viewtopic.php?f=1&t=27101
viewtopic.php?f=1&t=27101
- Paul Kust
- 356 Fan
- Posts: 289
- Joined: Mon May 12, 2008 12:58 pm
- Location: Vancouver,Washington
Re: Buying new tires for 1962- 356 S-90 S Cabriolet
Coker has Michelin 165 15 XZX for 161 and has the Michelin rebate of 70 on a set of 4, just FYI, they always looked good and felt right.
Paul Kust
'57 T-1 101611
'57 T-1 101611