Thread: Got new tires, Lost 5mpg
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Old 11-08-2007, 05:04 AM
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Default Re: Got new tires, Lost 5mpg
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Originally Posted by jbrandt04330 View Post
I'm in the market to replace the crappy Bridgestones that started to go bald at 15K. I have 23K on them now and they are cupped, noisy and effecting handling. The snows will be blowing here soon.

Today one tire dealer told me I needed "v-rated" tires and the cheapest ones were $113 each. Sams Club has 215-60R-16 for as low as $60. I am getting a little confused/concerned about what to replace them with.
I am puzzled as to why they recommend V rated tires. The TCH can not go over ~ 120 miles per hour. V-Rated is up to 149 miles per hour. Reality is T rated ( up to 118 miles per hour) tires would be quite safe. Link to Speed Ratings

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