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Post by Well2 » Thu Nov 25, 2010 9:48 pm

Jabulani, would you mind telling where you got them from, with a contact number if that's OK. I'm interested in getting a new set but have been quoted $175! You got a great deal for $140. It would be appreciated. Thanks.

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Post by Jabulani » Thu Nov 25, 2010 10:34 pm

Yeah, initially some places quoted me $180!

Look for Frankie of Soh Tyre Battery Ent at tel. 6454-9071. It's at Blk 4001 AMK Ind. Pk 1, #01-03 postal 569622

That's $140 for size 215/60 R16. Best to call him first to check if he has your size. Great service.

Oh, tested the tyres in the wet heavy downpour today - very good compose grip. If dry grip is 9.5 out of 10 rating, wet grip is 8...

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Post by Well2 » Thu Nov 25, 2010 10:59 pm

Jabulani

Thanks. Same specs! So hopefully, same price.... getiing full set! Also thank you for the review.

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Post by Well2 » Fri Nov 26, 2010 7:26 pm

Got my new set of Goodyear Eagle LS2000 Hybrid II and they were for $140 a piece. Told Frankie he was recommended bya SHC member. He's directly opposite Poh Heng! Thanks for the helping hand Jabulani.

Question for the more knowledgeable bros- My tyres were pumped up to 37psi front tyres and 39psi back tyres by Frankie's. The little notice on the side of the door after servicing reads 32 psi for Front and 35 psi for back tyres. The ride felt better, not so 'heavy' . I had a look at the tyres that were replaced, the "outside" threads were worn but the centre threads were OK. So my question is should I leave the tyre pressure as it is i.e. 37/39 psi or should I follow the suggested pressure.?
I've read that tyres that are under the recommended tyre pressure, tend to have the "outside" threads worn out much quicker! So following the suggested pressure of 32/35 would suggest that the tyres are being under pressured! Would appreciate comments on this.

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Post by Jabulani » Sat Nov 27, 2010 3:31 pm

Glad you got the exact tyres at the price you wanted :-)

Mine was also pumped up 37/39psi front-back. I used to put in 35psi all round before this. I decided to test out 37/39 and it felt quite good and balance for either braking, cornering or simply cruising. Maybe that help to reduce the rolling resistance I'm feeling...as you say, "the ride don't feel so heavy". In fact, the biggest proof yet is the improve mileage or FC I am getting after about slightly over 400km now.

But I don't see any noticeable wear on the "outside" threads you mentioned. I'll probably judge on the overall feedback like tyre wear, FC and performance after 1000km before deciding if I should stick to this tyre pressure or tweak it.

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Post by stockrb3 » Mon Nov 29, 2010 3:23 pm

Jabulani wrote:Glad you got the exact tyres at the price you wanted :-)

Mine was also pumped up 37/39psi front-back. I used to put in 35psi all round before this. I decided to test out 37/39 and it felt quite good and balance for either braking, cornering or simply cruising. Maybe that help to reduce the rolling resistance I'm feeling...as you say, "the ride don't feel so heavy". In fact, the biggest proof yet is the improve mileage or FC I am getting after about slightly over 400km now.

But I don't see any noticeable wear on the "outside" threads you mentioned. I'll probably judge on the overall feedback like tyre wear, FC and performance after 1000km before deciding if I should stick to this tyre pressure or tweak it.
400km for 1 tank ? or 3/4 ?

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Post by Jabulani » Wed Dec 01, 2010 11:39 pm

Was actually referring to distance travelled.

But 400km is more than 3/4 but less than 1 tank...

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Post by ventus » Sat Jan 29, 2011 12:43 am

Toyo c1s...

Quiet n gd grip...

Still aiming for hankook s1evo but no size...

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Post by ventus » Sun Jan 30, 2011 11:12 pm

Recomended air pressure id 220 (front) 240(bag) for 215.55.17.

What r other safe air pressure for this size coz I tried 250(f) 280(b) n had uneven wear for the rear tyres.

Any advise?

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Post by danielb » Tue Feb 01, 2011 11:18 pm

i'm using 38psi front and 40psi rear on goodyear excellence.... so far so good

thats about 265 front and 275 rear

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Post by ventus » Wed Feb 02, 2011 1:58 am

danielb wrote:i'm using 38psi front and 40psi rear on goodyear excellence.... so far so good

thats about 265 front and 275 rear
Is the ride hard on this preesure or is it bearable...

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Post by Odc maniac » Wed Feb 02, 2011 6:23 am

I'm on 39psi front and rear PS3. So far so gd.

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Post by danielb » Wed Feb 02, 2011 1:47 pm

Its quite bearable for me...as i changed to odc from a stiffer ride.... I find this a good pressure for my goodyear exellence...

Diff tyres got different sweet spot ba...i think

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Post by goldway » Mon Feb 21, 2011 1:41 pm

Always pump at 220 front and 240 rear? 17' 215/55/R17 RE001.

Any better range recommended ? reason. tks.

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Post by Jabulani » Sat Sep 21, 2013 12:58 am

After almost 2 yrs and 10 mths with my Goodyear, I'm looking to replace my tyres.

Looking at Dunlop Veuro VE302 and Bridgestone EP200. Any expert views/recommendations?

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