New Tires ?

Mephisto · 08-26-2003, 04:27 PM

I almost hate to ask this question, because I'm sure it comes up all the time, and I will get a bunch of different answers.

What tires should I purchase for my 03 Cobra (275/40)?

And where is the cheapest place to buy tires?

Does anyone in the club have a contact, or get special deals?

I am looking for primarily street use, that won't have to be replaced every 15 k miles.

My car is a daily driver, but I work close to home and most of the miles are put on the weekend have fun.

OK LET ME HAVE IT

**Firme** · 08-26-2003, 08:04 PM

I'm pleased with my Nitto 555's

Hazman · 08-26-2003, 08:14 PM

First you need to get over the unrealistic expectations on tire wear. IT IS A COBRA!! You will need new tires every 15,000 to 20,000 miles.

Now with that out of the way go check out TireRack.com. You can pull up a list of most of the tires available for your particular car, compare them and read reviews. Pick what you want and either buy from them or use their prices to negoiate a better deal with your local shop.

Good Luck

Andy M · 08-26-2003, 11:15 PM

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Originally posted by Mamba
I almost hate to ask this question, because I'm sure it comes up all the time, and I will get a bunch of different answers.

What tires should I purchase for my 03 Cobra (275/40)?

And where is the cheapest place to buy tires?

Does anyone in the club have a contact, or get special deals?

I am looking for primarily street use, that won't have to be replaced every 15 k miles.

My car is a daily driver, but I work close to home and most of the miles are put on the weekend have fun.

OK LET ME HAVE IT

For mostly street use??? BFG KDW's!! They have a great tread pattern, work well in the rain and in the dry, and they wear well.

My buddy Shane (white 99 Cobra) just put a set on his car... he got a great deal at Costco. not sure exactly what he paid, but I can find out?... it was a little cheaper than Tire Rack though, and he did not have to pay for shipping and install.

**Firme** · 08-26-2003, 11:21 PM

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Originally posted by Andy M
For mostly street use??? BFG KDW's!! They have a great tread pattern, work well in the rain and in the dry, and they wear well.

those would have been my choice also.. they are great tires... I just couldn't afford them

I got the Nitto's for about 120 after all the install and taxes (I have 245/45's)

Bartman01 · 08-27-2003, 02:20 AM

I've got the KDW's, and they are great in the rain. If your car is fair weather only then you can get some good tires for less money. If you drive in the rain and find a better tire than the KDW's then let us all know.

Levi · 08-27-2003, 09:57 AM

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Originally posted by Firme
those would have been my choice also.. they are great tires... I just couldn't afford them I got the Nitto's for about 120 after all the install and taxes (I have 245/45's)

Thats right, for the money the Nitto's are great and they hookup on the track real good, the street performance is good too.

**cobrabitn** · 08-27-2003, 12:32 PM

What is with all of these TWS banners in everyone's signature??

And who the heck is that with a ghost in their banner...

Y'all had too much fun over there, are you ready to go back next year?

03 cobra toy · 08-27-2003, 01:05 PM

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Originally posted by cobrabitn
What is with all of these TWS banners in everyone's signature?? And who the heck is that with a ghost in their banner... Y'all had too much fun over there, are you ready to go back next year?

Oct 03,Nov 03,Dec 03

Mephisto · 08-27-2003, 01:13 PM

I am currently leaning towards BG Goodrich KDWS, rather than KDW, to go and get milk.

They are W speed rated AA A rated, cheaper, have a longer tread wear, and are not unidirectional, so when my right rear wears I can actually rotate it to the left.

Hopefully I can get some real track tires for future events.

Any other comments on this plan.

**cobrabitn** · 08-27-2003, 01:14 PM

We are penciled in for October 15-16, 2004 so mark your calendars now for next year.

**Firme** · 08-27-2003, 01:31 PM

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Originally posted by cobrabitn
We are penciled in for October 5-16, 2004 so mark your calendars now for next year.

a whole week and a half?

SVT99 · 08-27-2003, 06:07 PM

Sounds like you all had way to much fun! Sorry I missed it. I 've used both the Nitto 555 and the BFG KDW. Get the KDW you will not be disappointed. Much better than the 555, especially in the wet.

Bartman01 · 08-27-2003, 06:23 PM

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Originally posted by Mamba
I am currently leaning towards BG Goodrich KDWS, rather than KDW, to go and get milk.

They are W speed rated AA A rated, cheaper, have a longer tread wear, and are not unidirectional, so when my right rear wears I can actually rotate it to the left.

Hopefully I can get some real track tires for future events.

Any other comments on this plan.

There are KD, KDW, and KDWS tires.

The KDWSs are an all weather (wet/dry/snow) and are W rated (168).

The KDWs are a wet/dry tire and are Y rated (186)

The KDs are dry tires that are just shy of an R compound tire.

The KDWSs are cheaper, but I can't find a lot of info on them online. I would bet that the KDW is a better tire unless you need the snow ability (if they would really help a Mustang in the snow). Have you found a place that carries the KDWS in Houston? I hear they are available only in certain markets and you may have to have them shipped in.

Mephisto · 09-02-2003, 03:03 PM

So far cheapest price is discount tires at about 206 per tire installed for KDW.

08-26-2003, 04:27 PM	#1
Mephisto Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: The Woodlands, TX Posts: 512	New Tires ? I almost hate to ask this question, because I'm sure it comes up all the time, and I will get a bunch of different answers. What tires should I purchase for my 03 Cobra (275/40)? And where is the cheapest place to buy tires? Does anyone in the club have a contact, or get special deals? I am looking for primarily street use, that won't have to be replaced every 15 k miles. My car is a daily driver, but I work close to home and most of the miles are put on the weekend have fun. OK LET ME HAVE IT __________________ "Without a real car, your only half a man" - Herbie the Love Bug - 1968 FOUNDING MEMBER OF THE TEXAS HELL SNAKES WHO EAT CHILDREN AND DO OTHER THINGS TOO

08-27-2003, 02:20 AM	#6
Bartman01 Eat my shorts Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Northwest Houston Posts: 877	I've got the KDW's, and they are great in the rain. If your car is fair weather only then you can get some good tires for less money. If you drive in the rain and find a better tire than the KDW's then let us all know. __________________ Silver 2001 Cobra #3230 of 3867

08-27-2003, 12:32 PM	#8
cobrabitn Dr Jekyll on the street, Mr Hyde on the track Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Rock Hill SC Posts: 14,649	What is with all of these TWS banners in everyone's signature?? And who the heck is that with a ghost in their banner... Y'all had too much fun over there, are you ready to go back next year? __________________ Cobrabitn 2016 Ruby Red Metallic with Caribou accent F-350 Crew Cab Stump Puller! 6.7 Diesel Automatic with Chrome Package, Off Road Package, 3.55 Locking axles, and Ultimate Lariat Interior Trim Package! 2017 Shelby GT350 Coupe - track car! Mods: JLT True Cold Air oil catch can 2009 Vista Blue Shelby GT 500 Coupe - Garage Queen Tinted Windows JLT True Cold Air Kit Pro-Dyno Tune 526 rwhp - 511 rwtq 1994 Rio Red Indy Pace Car #22 "Runabout" Snake in the grill MGW shift knob 1996 SVT Cobra Wheels 1969 New Lime Mustang Mach 1 Sportsroof - Second owner - bone stock with shaker. One SVT Cobra, one Shelby GT500, one 69 mach 1, and a Shelby GT350 is better than nothing! Custom Data Plates for your Mustang or Ford! Buy "Cool Merchandise" at Data Plates Plus www.dataplatesplus.com See my MSR Video here!

08-27-2003, 01:13 PM	#10
Mephisto Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: The Woodlands, TX Posts: 512	Leaning towards ................ I am currently leaning towards BG Goodrich KDWS, rather than KDW, to go and get milk. They are W speed rated AA A rated, cheaper, have a longer tread wear, and are not unidirectional, so when my right rear wears I can actually rotate it to the left. Hopefully I can get some real track tires for future events. Any other comments on this plan. __________________ "Without a real car, your only half a man" - Herbie the Love Bug - 1968 FOUNDING MEMBER OF THE TEXAS HELL SNAKES WHO EAT CHILDREN AND DO OTHER THINGS TOO

08-27-2003, 01:14 PM	#11
cobrabitn Dr Jekyll on the street, Mr Hyde on the track Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Rock Hill SC Posts: 14,649	We are penciled in for October 15-16, 2004 so mark your calendars now for next year. __________________ Cobrabitn 2016 Ruby Red Metallic with Caribou accent F-350 Crew Cab Stump Puller! 6.7 Diesel Automatic with Chrome Package, Off Road Package, 3.55 Locking axles, and Ultimate Lariat Interior Trim Package! 2017 Shelby GT350 Coupe - track car! Mods: JLT True Cold Air oil catch can 2009 Vista Blue Shelby GT 500 Coupe - Garage Queen Tinted Windows JLT True Cold Air Kit Pro-Dyno Tune 526 rwhp - 511 rwtq 1994 Rio Red Indy Pace Car #22 "Runabout" Snake in the grill MGW shift knob 1996 SVT Cobra Wheels 1969 New Lime Mustang Mach 1 Sportsroof - Second owner - bone stock with shaker. One SVT Cobra, one Shelby GT500, one 69 mach 1, and a Shelby GT350 is better than nothing! Custom Data Plates for your Mustang or Ford! Buy "Cool Merchandise" at Data Plates Plus www.dataplatesplus.com See my MSR Video here!

08-26-2003, 08:14 PM	#3
Hazman Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Harriman, TN Posts: 823	First you need to get over the unrealistic expectations on tire wear. IT IS A COBRA!! You will need new tires every 15,000 to 20,000 miles. Now with that out of the way go check out TireRack.com. You can pull up a list of most of the tires available for your particular car, compare them and read reviews. Pick what you want and either buy from them or use their prices to negoiate a better deal with your local shop. Good Luck

08-27-2003, 06:07 PM	#13
SVT99 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 111	Sounds like you all had way to much fun! Sorry I missed it. I 've used both the Nitto 555 and the BFG KDW. Get the KDW you will not be disappointed. Much better than the 555, especially in the wet.

09-02-2003, 03:03 PM	#15
Mephisto Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: The Woodlands, TX Posts: 512	So far cheapest price is discount tires at about 206 per tire installed for KDW. __________________ "Without a real car, your only half a man" - Herbie the Love Bug - 1968 FOUNDING MEMBER OF THE TEXAS HELL SNAKES WHO EAT CHILDREN AND DO OTHER THINGS TOO

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