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Old 10-26-2015, 11:00 PM
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Tire Selection

Hi all,

It's come down to tire selection. Two contenders, they both come in around $150 each. They are both rated very well for performance. I own a set of BFG Comp 2s which I have used for the last year in 225/55/17. They are very nice and I am satisfied.

So the question is

Sumitomo HTR Z III Max Summer
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BF Goodrich Comp 2 Ultra Summer

The tire size is 255 45 18. Wheels are 18x9 +35.

Lots of reasons for the smaller size rims, but light rims are really important to me, as it affects handling feel and acceleration response. I made my wheel selection, and although it's a little different, I have my reasons and once again a light wheel is paramount. If money no object i would have a Rays 57XX in 18x9.5 all around. But I am on a limited budget and a cheap old bastard

So Konig Oversteer in 18x9 +35 is my choice, and I hope they weigh in at 20-21 lbs. Not sure yet as they are due here at the end of the week. But they are MAT formed and I have reports of these wheels coming in at under 21lbs.

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Thanks to MyG37 The OFFICIAL "I have a wheel offset / tire fitment question!" thread for helping me with the fitment decisions.
Old 10-26-2015, 11:19 PM
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If you've been happy w/ the BFGs they should be even better in the wider footprint.
Might give these a look too~
https://www.treaddepot.com/#!product...Fitment/252280
Old 10-27-2015, 07:58 PM
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The BFG is a great option as a dd tire that will hold up, ride well and take beating when asked. Sumi's are okay for a more cost effective option, but the better tire hands down are those Comp-2's.
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Yep, decided today, I will buy the Comp-2s and will ask for you Neal.

Thanks Newt and all the others for the great info on tire fitment and the square fitment thread.
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Sounds good! I'll be here until 6pm eastern.
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Originally Posted by Neal@tirerack
Sounds good! I'll be here until 6pm eastern.
Thanks Neal for your help today getting new tires squared away for the Acura MDX. I went with the Conti's...should be great.

Thanks again,

Sean
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No problem at all! Enjoy and thanks for the business.




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