Golf GTD tyres
Discussion
Right, noticed one of my tyres has only about 2.5mm average across the tread, with the other about 3mm so looking for a pair of fronts for my GTD.
Its currently got Bridgestone Potenza S001's on it which are ok but not brilliant (especially in the wet).
The size is 225/45/17 91Y, and although they are always inflated to the right PSI always look a bit flat, especially when parked up on a kerb at my mrs' house (I think this might be why the O/S has worn more, plus its tight to turn round on an very abrasive tarmac).
Is there any sense in going for the 94 load rating XL tyres at around 10 quid per wheel more? Or am I wasting my cash?
(Looking at the Goodyear Asymmetric 2's so any opinions on wet/dry performance Id appreciate it)
Thanks
Its currently got Bridgestone Potenza S001's on it which are ok but not brilliant (especially in the wet).
The size is 225/45/17 91Y, and although they are always inflated to the right PSI always look a bit flat, especially when parked up on a kerb at my mrs' house (I think this might be why the O/S has worn more, plus its tight to turn round on an very abrasive tarmac).
Is there any sense in going for the 94 load rating XL tyres at around 10 quid per wheel more? Or am I wasting my cash?
(Looking at the Goodyear Asymmetric 2's so any opinions on wet/dry performance Id appreciate it)
Thanks
http://www.oponeo.co.uk/tyre-details/vredestein-ul...
Ive'e been there with the Bridgestones.Shocking in wet conditions the vreds are a awesome tyre in wet and dry conditions.
Ive'e been there with the Bridgestones.Shocking in wet conditions the vreds are a awesome tyre in wet and dry conditions.
SteBrown91 said:
Right, noticed one of my tyres has only about 2.5mm average across the tread, with the other about 3mm so looking for a pair of fronts for my GTD.
Its currently got Bridgestone Potenza S001's on it which are ok but not brilliant (especially in the wet).
The size is 225/45/17 91Y, and although they are always inflated to the right PSI always look a bit flat, especially when parked up on a kerb at my mrs' house (I think this might be why the O/S has worn more, plus its tight to turn round on an very abrasive tarmac).
Is there any sense in going for the 94 load rating XL tyres at around 10 quid per wheel more? Or am I wasting my cash?
(Looking at the Goodyear Asymmetric 2's so any opinions on wet/dry performance Id appreciate it)
Thanks
I have the Goodyears on my focus in a similar size to yourself (215/45/17 91XL Y). Having tried all the big brands before, I won't use any other summer tyre.Its currently got Bridgestone Potenza S001's on it which are ok but not brilliant (especially in the wet).
The size is 225/45/17 91Y, and although they are always inflated to the right PSI always look a bit flat, especially when parked up on a kerb at my mrs' house (I think this might be why the O/S has worn more, plus its tight to turn round on an very abrasive tarmac).
Is there any sense in going for the 94 load rating XL tyres at around 10 quid per wheel more? Or am I wasting my cash?
(Looking at the Goodyear Asymmetric 2's so any opinions on wet/dry performance Id appreciate it)
Thanks
Kell said:
Word to the wise.
Put the new tyres on the rear and swap the rears to front.
Or, for £70 each, just replace all four - the total cost is less than the last (one) tyre I bought for our A6.
Cheets guys. Yeah was planning on putting them on the rears as then I get wear out the other 2 bridgestones quicker!Put the new tyres on the rear and swap the rears to front.
Or, for £70 each, just replace all four - the total cost is less than the last (one) tyre I bought for our A6.
I would replace all 4 but the bridgestones on the rear have loads of life yet and I want to get my wheels refurbed at the same time so an extra 150 quid makes it a very expensive month
Good option as they won't balls up your wheels when fitting them either!
As above, if fitting tyres in pairs it's always a good idea to rotate the older tyres onto the front as they'll get some more work done on them. If they've been on the back for a while they'll wear better than tyres that've only been on the front. Obviously doesn't work in all cases (different front/rear tyre sizes, manufacturer specified mix of asymmetric and directional tyres etc)
As above, if fitting tyres in pairs it's always a good idea to rotate the older tyres onto the front as they'll get some more work done on them. If they've been on the back for a while they'll wear better than tyres that've only been on the front. Obviously doesn't work in all cases (different front/rear tyre sizes, manufacturer specified mix of asymmetric and directional tyres etc)
SteBrown91 said:
Right, noticed one of my tyres has only about 2.5mm average across the tread, with the other about 3mm so looking for a pair of fronts for my GTD.
Its currently got Bridgestone Potenza S001's on it which are ok but not brilliant (especially in the wet).
The size is 225/45/17 91Y, and although they are always inflated to the right PSI always look a bit flat, especially when parked up on a kerb at my mrs' house (I think this might be why the O/S has worn more, plus its tight to turn round on an very abrasive tarmac).
Is there any sense in going for the 94 load rating XL tyres at around 10 quid per wheel more? Or am I wasting my cash?
(Looking at the Goodyear Asymmetric 2's so any opinions on wet/dry performance Id appreciate it)
Thanks
Out of interest how many miles did you get out of the potenzas on the front before you changed them??Its currently got Bridgestone Potenza S001's on it which are ok but not brilliant (especially in the wet).
The size is 225/45/17 91Y, and although they are always inflated to the right PSI always look a bit flat, especially when parked up on a kerb at my mrs' house (I think this might be why the O/S has worn more, plus its tight to turn round on an very abrasive tarmac).
Is there any sense in going for the 94 load rating XL tyres at around 10 quid per wheel more? Or am I wasting my cash?
(Looking at the Goodyear Asymmetric 2's so any opinions on wet/dry performance Id appreciate it)
Thanks
va1o said:
I'm really struggling to find any redeeming features about the Bridgestones, noise levels and wet weather grip is very dissapointing. I've rotated mine so there about 4-5mm all round, will replace the full set next year
Well as you can see I've found wear to be the biggest problem so far... Saying that, I've put Goodyear Eagle f1 A2's on the Fronts... I've only done 100 miles on em so far but, noise is far less, wet grip is insane!!! doing the old how fast can i go round the island trick 
i was able to push it a lot quicker with the eagles before ESP started to kick in. Very impressed with the goodyears so far. Lets hope they last more than 9k !!Gassing Station | Audi, Seat, Skoda & VW | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff