tgunner Posted October 6, 2009 Share Posted October 6, 2009 Hi guys, my first request post! The last person that owned my car didn't rotate the tires enough, and now I've got a noisy bumping sound. I had them rotated and X'ed, but this only made it a little better. I'm looking for some new tires. My primary concern is noise. I want the quietest tires I can get, I know these Subaru's don't have nearly as much sound-proofing as my old Buick. Living in Florida, I plan to never drive in snow. The most I have to worry about is some heavy rain. I looked around tirerack.com, but I'm not sure if they're leading me in the right direction as far as quietness. Price is... meh.... ~$100 or so. I'm flexible. I have the stock Limited rims, and the tires I have now seem almost too thin. Something a bit thicker would be cool. I'll try and get the make and model posted here tomorrow if needed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BENCOB Posted October 6, 2009 Share Posted October 6, 2009 3 for your consideration (these are all season): Kumho Ecsta ASX, Yokohama Advan a82, Yokohama yk520......I've used all three without problem(s)...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgunner Posted October 6, 2009 Author Share Posted October 6, 2009 Which was the quietest, in your opinion? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BENCOB Posted October 6, 2009 Share Posted October 6, 2009 I did not hear any of them over the patented hogzawst system of our car (see http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php?t=35764&highlight=hogmeat)...... The kidding aside I've really not heard any of them so I can't tell you which is "quieter"......By the way, pushing 68k miles on the clock......I'm certain more knowledgable members can/will chime in on your thread in due time...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stanjk3 Posted October 6, 2009 Share Posted October 6, 2009 General Altimax HP - if you want some cheap all seasons http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=General&tireModel=Altimax+HP&partnum=145HR7AMAXHP&vehicleSearch=true&fromCompare1=yes#Survey Dunlop SP Sport Signature are another option <$100 http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=Dunlop&tireModel=SP+Sport+Signature&partnum=145WR7SPSIGXL&vehicleSearch=true&fromCompare1=yes#Survey Friends don't let friends drink cheap beer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgunner Posted October 6, 2009 Author Share Posted October 6, 2009 I just took a look at the car, and the tires currently installed are Cooper Zeon Sport. 215/45ZR17. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooby Fan Posted October 7, 2009 Share Posted October 7, 2009 225/45/17 Kuhmo ASX....you'll love them.....quiet.....grippy and cheap.....I ran them for years on an Impreza and my LGT:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgunner Posted October 7, 2009 Author Share Posted October 7, 2009 So that's two votes so far for the Kumho ASX. Is the Kumho SPT worth the extra $6? What is the best place to buy them from, Tire Rack? How does shopping from Tire Rack work? Is there a shipping cost for tires? I've only bought tires once, from a local mechanic shop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rs6er Posted October 7, 2009 Share Posted October 7, 2009 If you want a Summer only, very smooth and quiet tire for a good price, find a Vredestein dealer. The Ultrac Sessanta is an amazing tire. Not to mention the coolest tread design on earth. I am in NY, but I use these in the summer. Do a search. You will find nothing but raves. http://www.vredestein.com/Banden_Bandtypes.asp?UsersessionID=77788508&BandgroepID=1&BandtypeID=3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgunner Posted October 7, 2009 Author Share Posted October 7, 2009 If you want a Summer only, very smooth and quiet tire for a good price, find a Vredestein dealer. The Ultrac Sessanta is an amazing tire. Not to mention the coolest tread design on earth. I am in NY, but I use these in the summer. Do a search. You will find nothing but raves. http://www.vredestein.com/Banden_Bandtypes.asp?UsersessionID=77788508&BandgroepID=1&BandtypeID=3 They look expensive, and appear to only be sold through a dealer in NJ. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rs6er Posted October 7, 2009 Share Posted October 7, 2009 I paid $143/each for 235/40/18. That is WAY cheaper than a lot of tires. I know there are more than a few dealers out there. I got mine in NY. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krzyss Posted October 8, 2009 Share Posted October 8, 2009 If you want summer tires buy Hankook Ventus V12 Evo K110 (there might be some logic behind this name but I am not aware of it ;-). Tire rack has it for $90.00 + S&H in 225/45R17 which is good size for OE wheels. There is $50.00 mail-in rebate for them too. http://www.tirerack.com/tires/Sizes.jsp?make=Hankook&model=Ventus+V12+evo+K110&vehicleSearch=false&fromCompare1=yes&partnum=245YR7K110XL Check discount tire for their pricing too. http://www.discounttiredirect.com/direct/tires/hankook/product/submitProductSize.do?pc=11192&typ=Passenger%2FPerformance&tmn=Ventus+V12+Evo+K110 If you want to buy locally you can always use Internet pricing as bargaining tool. Krzys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BENCOB Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 Here you go right now on e-bay......Item # 380166469729 and the lister is tire rack. So it's 376$ + 60$ ups ground for total 436$ If nothing else you can use this price for comparison or even leverage to buy from a seller local to you......Of course, in this instance you also have to factor in mounting and balancing of the tires...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgunner Posted October 19, 2009 Author Share Posted October 19, 2009 Thanks bencob! You gave me a great idea. I have about 18% in eBay coupons which I didn't know what to do with. The size you linked to is different than mine, 205 vs. 215. Which sizes should I consider? I see another seller has 215/50/17. Which sizes will work for me, with the OEM Limited rims? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonLGT Posted October 19, 2009 Share Posted October 19, 2009 225/45/17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BENCOB Posted October 21, 2009 Share Posted October 21, 2009 Thanks bencob! You gave me a great idea. I have about 18% in eBay coupons which I didn't know what to do with. The size you linked to is different than mine, 205 vs. 215. Which sizes should I consider? I see another seller has 215/50/17. Which sizes will work for me, with the OEM Limited rims? You're quite welcome, the size I linked is 205/50/17 because that is what I use on our leggy......As long as you get 17 inch tires you an choose sidewall height and aspect ratio yourself......Like JonLGT wrote, you can use 225/45/17 which has 20mm taller sidewall......The oem size for your car will be on the sticker on your door jamb......Go at it...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krzyss Posted October 21, 2009 Share Posted October 21, 2009 size sidewall (approximate, real value should be taken from manufacurer) 205/50 -> 102.5mm 225/45 -> 101.25mm 215/50 -> 107.5mm Where did you get 20mm? Krzys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BENCOB Posted October 22, 2009 Share Posted October 22, 2009 225 - 205 = 20 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krzyss Posted October 22, 2009 Share Posted October 22, 2009 Do you know that first number is section width not sidewall? http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tiretech/techpage.jsp?techid=46 Krzys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BENCOB Posted October 22, 2009 Share Posted October 22, 2009 You're right, I got ahead of myself there: 3 digit number: The "nominal section width" of the tire in millimeters; the widest point from both outer edges. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krzyss Posted October 22, 2009 Share Posted October 22, 2009 I might be wrong but never uncertain ;-) Krzys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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