Tire recommendations for P185 65 R14
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Even if it tracks straight, it doesn't mean the alignment is not off. Hence my mom's 07 Impala - they come factory with excessive rear negative camber and have been known to chew tires to the cords on the back in 10,000 miles. But it still goes straight!
I have Goodyear Nordics on now (my winter tires that were put on early) and I like them. They are called poor man's winter tires up here as they are very inexpensive but still handle well enough in anything. Since I've had them they've only gotten to see rain, but they slice right through it. They handle well too. A tad loud, but nothing annoying, and that's to be expected from winters and much quieter than the studs I used last winter (these aren't studded).
Goodyear seems pretty hit or miss. With the Nordics, they definitely hit the mark. The cheap factory AS tires for this car lasted only two years though (Goodyear Integrity).
-Spyder
Goodyear seems pretty hit or miss. With the Nordics, they definitely hit the mark. The cheap factory AS tires for this car lasted only two years though (Goodyear Integrity).
-Spyder
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Originally Posted By: Char Baby
In no particular order, the Michelin HydroEdge, Cooper CS4, General Altimax RT, Yokohama AVID TRZ, Pirelli P4, Hankook Optimo H727, and yes the Kumho Solus KR-21 all show excellent hydroplaining resistance and I beleive are all rated as high or higher than Spyder7's choices.
I personally have the Pierlli P4's and love'm.
Many friends/family have the Kumho Solus KR-21's and love'm.
Also, others in our circle have Yokohama AVID TRZ and love'm.
One friend that I can think of is using General Altimax RT's and you guessed it...Loves'm.
We are all also considering the Hankook Optimo H727's
Don't know anyone with Cooper CS4's but read good things.
My neice just bought 4 Michelin HydroEdge and loves'm.
So many good choices of tires out there in all price ranges using sales/rebates...or not!
I forgot to mention that my wifes Lexus RX-300 has G/Y AssComTrd and we do like/love them for this car but they have their limits. They do most things well except hard corning which is not a concern with this vehicle. They're smooth, quiet, good riding and very good in foul weather including snow/ice with the AWD. Best G/Y I have ever had IMHO!
In no particular order, the Michelin HydroEdge, Cooper CS4, General Altimax RT, Yokohama AVID TRZ, Pirelli P4, Hankook Optimo H727, and yes the Kumho Solus KR-21 all show excellent hydroplaining resistance and I beleive are all rated as high or higher than Spyder7's choices.
I personally have the Pierlli P4's and love'm.
Many friends/family have the Kumho Solus KR-21's and love'm.
Also, others in our circle have Yokohama AVID TRZ and love'm.
One friend that I can think of is using General Altimax RT's and you guessed it...Loves'm.
We are all also considering the Hankook Optimo H727's
Don't know anyone with Cooper CS4's but read good things.
My neice just bought 4 Michelin HydroEdge and loves'm.
So many good choices of tires out there in all price ranges using sales/rebates...or not!
I forgot to mention that my wifes Lexus RX-300 has G/Y AssComTrd and we do like/love them for this car but they have their limits. They do most things well except hard corning which is not a concern with this vehicle. They're smooth, quiet, good riding and very good in foul weather including snow/ice with the AWD. Best G/Y I have ever had IMHO!
Originally Posted By: FZ1
Not alignment. Hondas generally allow more road noise into the cabin than,say,Toyota. Maybe,the whine would be less noticeable in another car.
I couldn't have said it any better than the way you put it. I bought some Kumho Solus KR-21's for my mom's Civic but 185/70-14 and they are great tires, but can't say how there are in the snow.
BTW, doesn't Discount Tire Direct have the $100 off istant savings on 4 tires coming up soon for Black Friday Sale ?
Not alignment. Hondas generally allow more road noise into the cabin than,say,Toyota. Maybe,the whine would be less noticeable in another car.
I couldn't have said it any better than the way you put it. I bought some Kumho Solus KR-21's for my mom's Civic but 185/70-14 and they are great tires, but can't say how there are in the snow.
BTW, doesn't Discount Tire Direct have the $100 off istant savings on 4 tires coming up soon for Black Friday Sale ?
That would make ordering online more doable. Shipping on a set of 4 tires to here is about $120. The tires I mentioned are all available from Canadian Tire, so the price is pretty reasonable when they're on sale. I plan to order the rims I want from Tire Rack and just eat the shipping, as its the only way to get the ones I want at a still reasonable price.
-Spyder
-Spyder
Those Canadian Tire Motomaster SE's are on sale, my brother lives near North Bay, ON and loves his.
Just the ticket for drivin' The Cabot Trail ....
Just the ticket for drivin' The Cabot Trail ....
What about 195/60-14?
The BFG g-Force a/s are $71 in HR.
The BFG g-Force a/s are $71 in HR.
Originally Posted By: Papa Bear
Those Canadian Tire Motomaster SE's are on sale, my brother lives near North Bay, ON and loves his.
Just the ticket for drivin' The Cabot Trail ....
They're not a bad tire. I think the other choices are a little better though, and when any of them go on sale (excepting the HydroEdge), they wind up being priced close to the Motomaster. Where the tires won't see any use until next April or May, and will be a 1 time purchase for the next 4-5 years I'm hoping, I prefer to spend the bit extra for a better tire.
My alternate tire size, which my winters are sized as, is P175/70/R14. I've found the P185/65/R14 to handle a little sharper and cut through the wet stuff a bit better. But in going to the tire with the stiffer ride, I'm looking to offset that a bit with a tire that provides a more comfortable ride - all else being equal (i.e., trying to get the right mix of ride comfort and handling).
Edit: P195/60/R14 is too much sidewall for my taste, and too narrow.
-Spyder
Those Canadian Tire Motomaster SE's are on sale, my brother lives near North Bay, ON and loves his.
Just the ticket for drivin' The Cabot Trail ....
They're not a bad tire. I think the other choices are a little better though, and when any of them go on sale (excepting the HydroEdge), they wind up being priced close to the Motomaster. Where the tires won't see any use until next April or May, and will be a 1 time purchase for the next 4-5 years I'm hoping, I prefer to spend the bit extra for a better tire.
My alternate tire size, which my winters are sized as, is P175/70/R14. I've found the P185/65/R14 to handle a little sharper and cut through the wet stuff a bit better. But in going to the tire with the stiffer ride, I'm looking to offset that a bit with a tire that provides a more comfortable ride - all else being equal (i.e., trying to get the right mix of ride comfort and handling).
Edit: P195/60/R14 is too much sidewall for my taste, and too narrow.
-Spyder
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Originally Posted By: Spyder7
Originally Posted By: Papa Bear
Those Canadian Tire Motomaster SE's are on sale, my brother lives near North Bay, ON and loves his.
Just the ticket for drivin' The Cabot Trail ....
They're not a bad tire. I think the other choices are a little better though, and when any of them go on sale (excepting the HydroEdge), they wind up being priced close to the Motomaster. Where the tires won't see any use until next April or May, and will be a 1 time purchase for the next 4-5 years I'm hoping, I prefer to spend the bit extra for a better tire.
My alternate tire size, which my winters are sized as, is P175/70/R14. I've found the P185/65/R14 to handle a little sharper and cut through the wet stuff a bit better. But in going to the tire with the stiffer ride, I'm looking to offset that a bit with a tire that provides a more comfortable ride - all else being equal (i.e., trying to get the right mix of ride comfort and handling).
Edit: P195/60/R14 is too much sidewall for my taste, and too narrow.
-Spyder
No!, the 195-60-14 are just the opposite of what you just said. I had 195-60-14 on 2 different cars and when the cars got older/lots of miles on them and I wanted to spend less on tires, I changed to 185-65-14. The 195-60-14 actually have less sidewall and are fatter/beefier! Trust me! And, the 195-60's are within the spec of the 185-65's and the 195's will look "GREAT" although may be pricier.
Originally Posted By: Papa Bear
Those Canadian Tire Motomaster SE's are on sale, my brother lives near North Bay, ON and loves his.
Just the ticket for drivin' The Cabot Trail ....
They're not a bad tire. I think the other choices are a little better though, and when any of them go on sale (excepting the HydroEdge), they wind up being priced close to the Motomaster. Where the tires won't see any use until next April or May, and will be a 1 time purchase for the next 4-5 years I'm hoping, I prefer to spend the bit extra for a better tire.
My alternate tire size, which my winters are sized as, is P175/70/R14. I've found the P185/65/R14 to handle a little sharper and cut through the wet stuff a bit better. But in going to the tire with the stiffer ride, I'm looking to offset that a bit with a tire that provides a more comfortable ride - all else being equal (i.e., trying to get the right mix of ride comfort and handling).
Edit: P195/60/R14 is too much sidewall for my taste, and too narrow.
-Spyder
No!, the 195-60-14 are just the opposite of what you just said. I had 195-60-14 on 2 different cars and when the cars got older/lots of miles on them and I wanted to spend less on tires, I changed to 185-65-14. The 195-60-14 actually have less sidewall and are fatter/beefier! Trust me! And, the 195-60's are within the spec of the 185-65's and the 195's will look "GREAT" although may be pricier.
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And too, the 195's will fit the same wheels and inside the wheelwells of you Corolla without rubbing against the struts. Go For It!
Different Approach. I don't want replacement rims for my car unless my existing rims are damaged. You are introducing 4 more variables into whether you car aligns,tracks,and handles, properly. Just keep your existing wheels cleaned and waxed. .02.
Originally Posted By: Papa Bear
Those Canadian Tire Motomaster SE's are on sale, my brother lives near North Bay, ON and loves his.
Just the ticket for drivin' The Cabot Trail ....
I have a pair of 185/65/14's on my Neon that I bought used, but barely. They have worn fairly fast and now are not grippy at all in the rain. They were Ok at first but this fall they are going to be scrapped.
My parents got some hydroedges for their CRV and find them noisy, its a relatively huge tire but I guess the pattern is the same. Also the 800 tread wear rating I see as more of a negative thing, but maybe rubber science is advancing that much?
Those Canadian Tire Motomaster SE's are on sale, my brother lives near North Bay, ON and loves his.
Just the ticket for drivin' The Cabot Trail ....
I have a pair of 185/65/14's on my Neon that I bought used, but barely. They have worn fairly fast and now are not grippy at all in the rain. They were Ok at first but this fall they are going to be scrapped.
My parents got some hydroedges for their CRV and find them noisy, its a relatively huge tire but I guess the pattern is the same. Also the 800 tread wear rating I see as more of a negative thing, but maybe rubber science is advancing that much?
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