What Tires Are You Running? Options

[tumamilhem]

My 1975 2.2 has almost new BF Goodrich P-Sport 195-55-R15 tires. They're my third set (second on this 914 and also had P-Sports on my GLI VR6). Great tires, but they don't make them anymore.

On my GLI VR6 I have Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires which are AMAAAAAAAAAAzing. I friggin' LOVE these tires. But sadly, they don't make them for a 15" wheel.

My LE has Ohtsu Zexius 205-60-R15. They're newish but these tires are pretty terrible. They hold no traction in wet condition. So I'm looking for new tires. Also trying to decide whether to keep 205-60 or go 205-65. I like the 55 on my other 914, but probably dangerously too low. Suggestions?

I am mostly concerned for performance. I'd rather buy good tires that I have to replace more often than get tires that aren't as good performers that will last me a few years. Hydroplaning and wet traction are priority. I could care less about comfort and road noise (we drive 914s, after all).

What tires do you guys really like - or would like on your cars?

[Big Len]

Just today, I ordered 4 Bridgestone RE960 Pole Position tires, sized 195/65r15 for my stock bodied car. These are discontinued but still available. Everything I read seemed to be pretty positive without breaking the budget ($104 each mounted and balanced) Was gonna go with 60s but I like the look of a slightly larger sidewall and I didn't want to change the gearing/speedo.

[GeorgeRud]

195/65 15 is the closest to the original size if that's what you're looking for. The sidewalls do look tall in comparison to most modern cars, but they are period correct. I'd check with tire Rack or their competition to see what's available in that size as it seems to change all to often as tires are discontinues.

Coker tire can help you out! but you don't want to know the prices!

[tumamilhem]

Yeah, I always spend a lot of time on Tire Rack doing research. But I wanted to hear from other members what they have actually used and are very happy with. These are my current two searches there - One is for size 205-60-15 and the other is 205-65-15. Anybody running 205-65? Too big?

Too bad they don't make those Michelin Pilot Super Sports in 15" :/

205-60-15 http://www.tirerack.com/tires/TireSearchRe...amp;diameter=15

205-65-15 http://www.tirerack.com/tires/TireSearchRe...amp;diameter=15

[DRPHIL914]

Michelin's are nice tires, but always a bit more and dont usually last as long as they are rated for- in my experience.
I can't help much as i dont have 15" rims, and have not had 15" fuchs either 4 or 5 lug on my car, - but you might look at Kohmo tires, i had a set on another car and had excellent traction all-weather, lasted about 50K miles.
So i just got some 14" fuchs from a 914/6 and put them on my '75,, my local porsche mechanic and i went over a few options, price was good, at about $100/tire mounted balanced and installed, included shipping, and they ordered them from tirerack! they are 195/65- 14, - here is where i learned something. I had EMPI 15" before,195-55/15's, and they were snug but fit , but now with the fuchs the offset is better and i have a good 3/4" + of room- i could have put on 205's with no problem whatsoever- but these look period correct, yes they are just a bit smaller than the stock 185 70 14's that came on the 914/6 but my speedo is right on the money. there are several off brands that my other tire shop carries that are still a good speed rating, rankin or Nexxen , something like that, on those EMPI's - but now that i know i can fit the 205's i'm looking for some 15" fuchs for D.E./AX , and keep these for road.
- now on my 2000 boxster i just replaced my rear tires and stayed with Pirelli P-Zero's , i really like them!, i would have bought pirelli's for the 914 if they made that size-

[tumamilhem]

I'm not so much worried about the speed rating because I Drive a stock 2.0.. Hydroplaning and wet traction are my biggest concern. I want a grippy tire and drive with confidence. Typically a tire that needs those needs has a higher speed rating anyway because they're more performance oriented. These are actually the first Michelin tires I bought and I bought them for their performance. BFGoodrich g-force sport were very good but they don't make those anymore and they were very inexpensive too. I will keep them on 15 inch whebecause its for my LE. I'm just looking to see what's new out there available in a 15" wheel that is very good performance wise.

Do you remember which model you had before? Will research them.

[ripper911]

I'm using maypops!

[Spoke]

Riken Raptors

Front on 6x16:
205/50/16

Rear on 7x16:
225/50/16

Had to pull out the rear fenders to fit.

[tumamilhem]

I'm using maypops!

Never heard of those (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)
Like them?

[tumamilhem]

Riken Raptors

Front on 6x16:
205/50/16

Rear on 7x16:
225/50/16

Had to pull out the rear fenders to fit.

How do you like them?

[Spoke]

No complaints with the Raptors. They seem to grip well. Haven't had them long enough to know about the longevity.

[ripper911]

I'm using maypops!

Never heard of those (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)
Like them?

They " may pop " at any moment.

(IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/i921.photobucket.com-11654-1395429302.1.jpg)

[wndsnd]

Jesus Ripper !

I will send you wheels and tires if you pay the shipping.

John

[Spoke]

Looks like big time toe-in or you're driving NASCAR left-turn-only ovals. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

[ripper911]

Vroom-Vroom (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif)


I've never been accused of changing parts before the end of their use full life.

I'll buy some more soon.

[thelogo]

I'm not so much worried about the speed rating because I Drive a stock 2.0.. Hydroplaning and wet traction are my biggest concern. I want a grippy tire and drive with confidence. Typically a tire that needs those needs has a higher speed rating anyway because they're more performance oriented. These are actually the first Michelin tires I bought and I bought them for their performance. BFGoodrich g-force sport were very good but they don't make those anymore and they were very inexpensive too. I will keep them on 15 inch whebecause its for my LE. I'm just looking to see what's new out there available in a 15" wheel that is very good performance wise.

Do you remember which model you had before? Will research them.

What you describe , but I doubt you will ever go.with is a setup like mine


TOURING TIRES BRA !!!!

I bought this car with this tire setup and it is awesome , doubt ill ever be able
To duplicate when these go bald but

On 4 bolt fuchs all 195/55/15

Fronts touring nitto. Hard to find tire

And rear continetal touring

This is a all around setup ,best all around I think

Not for.all out " cone.dodging "

And in all honesty I drive more gt touring style

Then lateral g skidpad

[tumamilhem]

I'm using maypops!

Never heard of those (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)
Like them?

They " may pop " at any moment.

(IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/i921.photobucket.com-11654-1395429302.1.jpg)

Damn, dude! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/blink.gif)

[tumamilhem]

I'm not so much worried about the speed rating because I Drive a stock 2.0.. Hydroplaning and wet traction are my biggest concern. I want a grippy tire and drive with confidence. Typically a tire that needs those needs has a higher speed rating anyway because they're more performance oriented. These are actually the first Michelin tires I bought and I bought them for their performance. BFGoodrich g-force sport were very good but they don't make those anymore and they were very inexpensive too. I will keep them on 15 inch whebecause its for my LE. I'm just looking to see what's new out there available in a 15" wheel that is very good performance wise.

Do you remember which model you had before? Will research them.

What you describe , but I doubt you will ever go.with is a setup like mine


TOURING TIRES BRA !!!!

I bought this car with this tire setup and it is awesome , doubt ill ever be able
To duplicate when these go bald but

On 4 bolt fuchs all 195/55/15

Fronts touring nitto. Hard to find tire

And rear continetal touring

This is a all around setup ,best all around I think

Not for.all out " cone.dodging "

And in all honesty I drive more gt touring style

Then lateral g skidpad

What model are the Nittos and the Continentals? I'll research them. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif)

[tumamilhem]

I see some 914 owners seem to like the Goodyear Eagle GT (or maybe it's one of the better of the lot because we're limited due to our wheel size).

I also see some 914 owners with the Dunlop SP Sport Signature. Never driven on those. Again, may be one of the better in the limited 15" lot.

I had the Firestone Precision Sport last time on my GLI. They also come in a 15" wheel. They were just okay.

There's a few different Bridgestone Potenzas that are supposed to be goo, that vary in performance per model.

[thelogo]

I see some 914 owners seem to like the Goodyear Eagle GT (or maybe it's one of the better of the lot because we're limited due to our wheel size).

I also see some 914 owners with the Dunlop SP Sport Signature. Never driven on those. Again, may be one of the better in the limited 15" lot.

I had the Firestone Precision Sport last time on my GLI. They also come in a 15" wheel. They were just okay.

There's a few different Bridgestone Potenzas that are supposed to be goo, that vary in performance per model.

Actually 195-60-15

Nitto nt 460 premium touring

Conti s all season touring contact

These tires combo is as they say in britin " cream"


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Anyone know what this means ?