Tyres for standard alloys..preferences?

[rml2711]

Anybody got any preferences for a particular tyre brand in the standard 175/60 13 tyre size please?   I've been looking to replace a pair of perished Dunlops and there isn't much choice available locally..Seems to come down to either Firestones (which ,personally I wouldn't risk on a wheelbarrow!) Falken ZE912's,or Toyo Proxes CF-1's although there was mention of Yokohama A048-r's (which are trackday type tyres)

What do you reckon is the best bet for all-round capability?


Peter.

[PeteG40]

most people say yoko a539 if you can get them (they phasing that size out)  or toyo proxes. 

Not a lot of choice in 175 60 13 to be honest.

[Jezza-7]

Sorry to hijack but im looking at tyres too, i just got some bbs ra's in 14". What tyre size out of 185x50 or 195x45?

And what tyre make? I was thinking proxes t1r or how ever it is spelt.

[PeteG40]

not a HUUUGE difference in 185 50 14 and 195 45 14, I'd suggest it depends on rim/drop/use of yr car.

RAs on stock or slightly lowererd and you like yr car to be comfty as the roads are sh1t - 185 50 14.

very high power, very low, then maybe 195 45 14

[Jezza-7]

Cool, my car is not been lowered..yet but it is something to take in mind. Engine is pretty much standard as well. Thanks pete.