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Old 05-18-2004, 12:14 PM
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OK, need new tires. I know this is not the tire forum but I figure that tires might wear differently on different cars. I live in Sacramento/Davis. Up in Tahoe a lot during winter. Don't want dedicated snows yet. Currently have Pilot xgt vr4s. Thought I might get the same, but I've heard a lot about the Continental Extreme Contacts and some about the Kumhos. I'm not an overly aggressive driver. Would prefer good wet and snow performance over dry. So, any suggestions?
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These tires were top rated by Consumer Reports for all-season performance tires. The cost is great as well. I paid $104 ea from Discount Tire for 235/45-17s for my wife's A6 4.2. She likes the turn-in and wet performance.

Hap, talkin dahkine tires in Evahboost
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Falken Avenis ST-115's - but only for the summer
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pilot AS - pricy but great all seasons
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Good to know there are still a few teenagers on the board
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haha.. not a teenager, but...young at heart.. my rec... TOYO T1-S. =)
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