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Old 04-15-2013, 06:09 AM
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These tires are so good (for the money) that I bought another set.
The first set lasted me exactly 5 years, almost to the day. I should be good until 2018. LOL
How were they for dry grip? I'm not expecting Star Specs status, but are they good for the just going around an off ramp?
Old 04-15-2013, 06:32 AM
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They grip nicely but heat up too quickly. Meaning they become greasy after repeated spirited driving. Occassional on ramp adventure proof. LOL.

They are excellent on the rain though.
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I have these tires. Bought at the end of last season. Only 75 road miles, but 80 track miles. All two weeks ago. Car is in stock configuration. I thought that the tires had plenty of stick for my driving - much more comfortable than the stock Bridgestone Potenza. They did not get chewed up by the track useage, although it was pretty cold and maybe would fare differently on a hot track.
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Yeah these got excellent tire life considering the grip they provide.
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I should mention they were *very* cheap on tirerack as of a week or so ago... Also, being that they're MIJ, I jumped all over 'em.
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Originally Posted by S~Factor
They grip nicely but heat up too quickly. Meaning they become greasy after repeated spirited driving. Occassional on ramp adventure proof. LOL.

They are excellent on the rain though.
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ive been running these for several yrs and im on my 3rd set of rears and 2nd set of fronts. great tire for its price. great in the rain and really good tread life. good grip too.
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