What tires should I buy?

mtiede · 07-02-2008

I am going to get new tires before my 4600 mile trip. I want good handling and QUIET. I am thinking of the Michelin Pilot Sport SP2. What do you think?

p.s.
Noisy tires bug the heck out of me. Especially when they start out quiet and after not a lot of mileage start rumbling...

bump...

**Dolebludger** · 07-11-2008

First, before trying to answer, I have a question. What is the electronically limited top speed of your car? I know it is 147 for the 280 and 155 for the AMG (with the optional 174 mph limiter available). But I don't know what it is for the 350.

mtiede · 07-11-2008

I'll never reach it... Laws and all...

**UK-C200** · 07-11-2008

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Originally Posted by mtiede

I'll never reach it... Laws and all...

Heard that - just for the record, it's 155 as well..

**V8SLK** · 07-11-2008

i'm running the ps2's and i've been very happy with them. they're a little costly but they handle well, deliver a comfortable ride and i really can't say that i've heard any noise from them (excpet maybe the occassional squeal as they break traction

).

**-1-** · 07-12-2008

Yup, two sets of Michelin PS 2s here. No complaints.

**alroumi** · 07-12-2008

I am going to switch to PS2's in the near future, its a great tyre dont hesitate to get it.

mtiede · 07-12-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by UK-C200

Heard that - just for the record, it's 155 as well..

That was what I thought

mtiede · 07-12-2008

Okay, sounds like everyone is agreed. Will get them on order today...

**SLKman** · 07-12-2008

I also ran PS2's.. Liked them alot.

Now running Nexen 3000. Like just the same but half the cost.

SLKman

**SLKman** · 07-12-2008

here is a pic... Nexen 3000

All 4 tires mount and balanced for $400.

mtiede · 07-12-2008

Never heard of Nexen. Have to check it out...

**Gabus** · 07-12-2008

I have those on our trusty old Honda Accord. Bought them because the Taxi's around here use them. They want a silent, long lasting, good wet tire, - they don't care about the price.
I'm very happy with the tires, the only thing that bugs me are the gravel that get stuck in the threads.
I'm considering those for the SLK also. Now I have Fulda Extremo - They are very good on wet but are very noisy

mtiede · 07-12-2008

TireRack doesn't seem to have the Nevens so I will order the Michelins...

**dsb** · 07-12-2008

Michelin PS2 here. They are probably the best tire I've experienced both in traction and sound... although somewhat costly.

On my SLK350, I did have a set of Pirelli PZero Nero. I was quite impressed by their performance and they were very quiet too; much moreso than the factory Conitinental tires.

**SLKman** · 07-12-2008

yeah, tire rack does not offer them. I never heard of them before I bought them. The guy that sold them to me said they were racing tires. I told him "yeah right, you'll say anything to sell a tire, won't you. ha ha"

But I like them. The guys in the office have started buying them too and seem to be happy with them. Nexen should pay me as a commission! LOL

PS2's are good tires too! You'll be happy with them.

SLKman

**Dolebludger** · 07-12-2008

I don't have a recommendation. The reason I asked about the speed limit max on the 350 is that I was going to recommend V rated tires if (and only if) your car is speed limited at 149 or below. But it is not, so I won't

**MaKEuhigh** · 07-12-2008

I damaged my front tire when the car had only less than fifty mile's on it.
Those were the OEM P Zero's.
When I purchase any front tire's I usually look for two side wall's and a high load *XL tire.
A high load tire is a stiffer side wall, Less prone to fracturing side walls.
I like my tires sticky, So I try to get two hundred or lower on the tread wear.
I only use Bridgestone/ Potenza, Toyo/ Nitto, Yokohama/ Advan.
Many tire companies have different name's, But are the same tires.
As per Tire Rack, I can use 235 in the front, And 255 in the rear.
Has any one tried this on there V8's ?

BTW I live in NYC, And driving like I am avoiding land mine's here is a daily routine.
I have at least eight sets of damages wheels in the garage.

mtiede · 07-12-2008

Oh, man

TireRack is out of stock on rear SP2s, and that is mostly what needs replacing. They checked with someone and found out that Michelin won't start making them again until August. Too late for my trip. I will probably just go with the tires I have and then replace them when I get back. Hopefully before the next trip planned in September which will be to Missouri. Oh well...

Thanks for everyone's advice.

**etyu** · 07-13-2008

Are the Goodyear F1's noisy? Anyone have any experience with these?

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mtiede Founding Member #7 Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Western New York Vehicle: 2006 SLK 350 Posts: 1,470 Thanks: 79 Thanked 44 Times in 34 Posts	What tires should I buy? I am going to get new tires before my 4600 mile trip. I want good handling and QUIET. I am thinking of the Michelin Pilot Sport SP2. What do you think? p.s. Noisy tires bug the heck out of me. Especially when they start out quiet and after not a lot of mileage start rumbling... bump... Last edited by mtiede; 07-04-2008 at 08:36 AM.
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Dolebludger Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Yukon, OK Vehicle: '07 SLK 280; '04 C 320, '01 Honda S 2000, '98 Ford Ranger truck. Posts: 463 Country: Thanks: 38 Thanked 70 Times in 45 Posts	First, before trying to answer, I have a question. What is the electronically limited top speed of your car? I know it is 147 for the 280 and 155 for the AMG (with the optional 174 mph limiter available). But I don't know what it is for the 350. __________________ The SLK -- What the SL was supposed to be.

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V8SLK Life is good... Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Home of the brave Vehicle: 05 SLK55 AMG Posts: 1,071 Country: Thanks: 46 Thanked 48 Times in 26 Posts	i'm running the ps2's and i've been very happy with them. they're a little costly but they handle well, deliver a comfortable ride and i really can't say that i've heard any noise from them (excpet maybe the occassional squeal as they break traction ). __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Scott

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-1- Don Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Virginia USA Vehicle: SLK 55 ///AMG The MON55TER on the block Posts: 2,207 Country: Thanks: 50 Thanked 55 Times in 39 Posts	Yup, two sets of Michelin PS 2s here. No complaints. __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. *----------------1-----------------* --------SLK 55 ///AMG--------- THE MON55TER ON THE BLOCK

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mtiede Founding Member #7 Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Western New York Vehicle: 2006 SLK 350 Posts: 1,470 Thanks: 79 Thanked 44 Times in 34 Posts	I'll never reach it... Laws and all...

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mtiede Founding Member #7 Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Western New York Vehicle: 2006 SLK 350 Posts: 1,470 Thanks: 79 Thanked 44 Times in 34 Posts	Okay, sounds like everyone is agreed. Will get them on order today...

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SLKman Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Houston Texas Vehicle: 2000 Copper Designo Sport Posts: 1,047 Country: Thanks: 265 Thanked 73 Times in 35 Posts	I also ran PS2's.. Liked them alot. Now running Nexen 3000. Like just the same but half the cost. SLKman __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. 2000 SLK230 copper Designo Sport To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

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mtiede Founding Member #7 Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Western New York Vehicle: 2006 SLK 350 Posts: 1,470 Thanks: 79 Thanked 44 Times in 34 Posts	Never heard of Nexen. Have to check it out...

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Gabus Elite SLK World Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Søgne Vehicle: 96 SLK 230K Other Toys: Volvo L3314N Posts: 389 Country: Thanks: 15 Thanked 53 Times in 35 Posts	I have those on our trusty old Honda Accord. Bought them because the Taxi's around here use them. They want a silent, long lasting, good wet tire, - they don't care about the price. I'm very happy with the tires, the only thing that bugs me are the gravel that get stuck in the threads. I'm considering those for the SLK also. Now I have Fulda Extremo - They are very good on wet but are very noisy __________________ Gabus The Rolls Royce is the Mercedes amongst cars To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

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mtiede Founding Member #7 Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Western New York Vehicle: 2006 SLK 350 Posts: 1,470 Thanks: 79 Thanked 44 Times in 34 Posts	TireRack doesn't seem to have the Nevens so I will order the Michelins...

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dsb Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: NorCal Vehicle: '06 slk55 Posts: 1,154 Country: Thanks: 45 Thanked 96 Times in 40 Posts	Michelin PS2 here. They are probably the best tire I've experienced both in traction and sound... although somewhat costly. On my SLK350, I did have a set of Pirelli PZero Nero. I was quite impressed by their performance and they were very quiet too; much moreso than the factory Conitinental tires. __________________ FOR SALE! $39,995 OBO 06 Mercedes Benz SLK55 Caspian Blue / Black & Ash *To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.*

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SLKman Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Houston Texas Vehicle: 2000 Copper Designo Sport Posts: 1,047 Country: Thanks: 265 Thanked 73 Times in 35 Posts	yeah, tire rack does not offer them. I never heard of them before I bought them. The guy that sold them to me said they were racing tires. I told him "yeah right, you'll say anything to sell a tire, won't you. ha ha" But I like them. The guys in the office have started buying them too and seem to be happy with them. Nexen should pay me as a commission! LOL PS2's are good tires too! You'll be happy with them. SLKman __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. 2000 SLK230 copper Designo Sport To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

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Dolebludger Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Yukon, OK Vehicle: '07 SLK 280; '04 C 320, '01 Honda S 2000, '98 Ford Ranger truck. Posts: 463 Country: Thanks: 38 Thanked 70 Times in 45 Posts	I don't have a recommendation. The reason I asked about the speed limit max on the 350 is that I was going to recommend V rated tires if (and only if) your car is speed limited at 149 or below. But it is not, so I won't __________________ The SLK -- What the SL was supposed to be.

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MaKEuhigh SLK World Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: New York City Vehicle: 2008 SLK 55 Other Toys: *Nismo, 120 Lbs. American Staffordshire Pit Bull Terrier Posts: 48 Country: Thanks: 16 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Get a two ply sidewall if you drive on bad roads I damaged my front tire when the car had only less than fifty mile's on it. Those were the OEM P Zero's. When I purchase any front tire's I usually look for two side wall's and a high load *XL tire. A high load tire is a stiffer side wall, Less prone to fracturing side walls. I like my tires sticky, So I try to get two hundred or lower on the tread wear. I only use Bridgestone/ Potenza, Toyo/ Nitto, Yokohama/ Advan. Many tire companies have different name's, But are the same tires. As per Tire Rack, I can use 235 in the front, And 255 in the rear. Has any one tried this on there V8's ? BTW I live in NYC, And driving like I am avoiding land mine's here is a daily routine. I have at least eight sets of damages wheels in the garage.

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mtiede Founding Member #7 Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Western New York Vehicle: 2006 SLK 350 Posts: 1,470 Thanks: 79 Thanked 44 Times in 34 Posts	Oh, man TireRack is out of stock on rear SP2s, and that is mostly what needs replacing. They checked with someone and found out that Michelin won't start making them again until August. Too late for my trip. I will probably just go with the tires I have and then replace them when I get back. Hopefully before the next trip planned in September which will be to Missouri. Oh well... Thanks for everyone's advice.

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