Mahawka

Hey all,

Please excuse my lack of knowledge.

I am looking for new tires for my 2011 MR Stock BBS rims.
After doing my research I decided to go with the Michelin Pilot Super Sport.
I am just a spirited driver. No track.

However, I am confused to which model I should pick.

$360 Part numbers- 69693 P245/40ZR18 93 (Y)
$290 Part numbers- 03264 245/40ZR18/XL 97 (Y)

(I am from Canada. The prices here are ridiculous)

Could you guys please clarify which tire model I should pick ?
What is the big difference between the two that justify the $70 price difference?
Will the "XL" make a huge difference?
Since it's $70 cheaper I am much more inclined to getting the XL. Thoughts?

Thanks all!

evo_andrew

The more expensive one is a run-flat design and the cheaper one is not.

REX7&Z32TT

Or you can just get federal 595r and they're super sticky and cheap since you don't track your car

Mahawka

Are there much performance differences between the flat run and non flat run?

shekaar

iTrader: (3)

You do not need run flat tires, just go with the normal version.

ddawg1130

iTrader: (1)

run flat tires are designed for cars that don't have a spare tire. So you can still drive on the tire if you get a flat.

We have a spare, so no need for the run flat. Performance is probably better on the non run flat tire TBH. Or at least the same. I have to assume the run flat tire weighs more.

Save the $70/tire, no point in spending it.

Mahawka

Thanks.

From my research it appears that they no longer make the PSS non run flat version. I could be wrong. I am concerned that the tires I am getting will be old stock. Thoughts ?

CaptainCrunch

Tires have build dates on them. If no bueno, send them back. And PSS are super popular. Doubt they're old.

Runflats suck. In the cold cause a drumming.

CaptainCrunch

Where would you even score a set?

evo_andrew

I wouldn't worry about getting new old stock tires if that is the tire you are set on buying. When tires are made a coating is applied to them to preserve the rubber until they're installed and driven on.

elocinX671

iTrader: (1)

Would it save you some money if you can drive over into the US and find the closest Discount Tire store? In Bellingham, WA the Super Sports in stock size cost $767 USD out the door for the set mounted/balanced and taxed.

If it snows often you might want to get all-seasons instead (AS3's or DWS06 come to mind). Or better run the summer tires (Super sports) on one set off wheels and a winter (Blizzaks or similar) on another.



*edit: for some reason I thought you were from BC. The closest store to you would probably be in Kalispell Montana and not worth the drive.

Mahawka

is the XL 97 (Y) vs 93 (Y) a concern ?

elocinX671

iTrader: (1)

For the Super sports?

Thats the load rating, get the XL = extra load.. stiffer/stronger sidewall. 93 is for run flat models of Super sport in stock size. Y = speed rating

Mahawka

Would you guys recommend the 93 or the 97?

LetsGetThisDone

iTrader: (1)

93, standard load.


The load index and rating has nothing to do with sidewall stiffness. Its how much weight the tire can hold, and at what air pressure it holds that weight. The OEM tires are 93 standard load. No reason to go higher.