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Old Dec 27, 2005, 09:39 PM
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hey, i still have the stock Advans on my evo and i am looking to get new tires, i like the BF Goodrich KDW-2 and some of the Dunlop tires. what do you guys recomend and what do you run. i am looking for an everday street performance tire, i don't need a "track" tire. thanks for the help.
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dry and wet? or....
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You already have the best tires for your evo, the Advans rock! They are much better than the BFG KDW...but their high performance comes at a price...they do not last very long.

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hey, i still have the stock Advans on my evo and i am looking to get new tires, i like the BF Goodrich KDW-2 and some of the Dunlop tires. what do you guys recomend and what do you run. i am looking for an everday street performance tire, i don't need a "track" tire. thanks for the help.
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Kuhmo ASX hands down....can't beat it for the price...
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stock advans!!!! man i missed them.....
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Street Tire=Advan A046!
Old Dec 27, 2005, 09:59 PM
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the Advans are worn out and i wanted to replace then with somthing that has a better tread wear rating and is alittle cheaper. wet and dry.
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BFG KD
Toyo RA-1
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TOYO RA-1's .......more performance + longer life.
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In that case KDW's are pretty good. There is a noticeable decline in all out grip but the ride quality is improved. The car will become less on edge (for good or bad) and your significant other will surely appreciate it. I think Tirerack is having a special on KDW's right now.
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well i don't have a significant other but i do like the kdw look.
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The look is the last thing you want. Grip is the first.
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Anyone try running Falken GRB FK-451s? I had them on my S4 and it was a very good performer with acceptable tire wear for a summer tire.
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Bridgestone Potenzas SO3's are great on my ride...wet and dry....good wear too.
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Originally Posted by MrMejia
TOYO RA-1's .......more performance + longer life.
+ 1,000,000


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