2002 E39 530i Touring - Japanese import
Discussion
d_a_n1979 said:
Not surprised; the compound that Michelin use is superb; but I've found it to go very hard over time and then I got a lot of droning and I'm not the only one to say this...
For the c3-4k miles I might do this year; PS4s are overkill for my needs.
Plus as the E39 tourings are much firmer damped on the rear due to the SLS, I want a tyre that has a bit of a softer sidewall; hence the FK510s or RainSport 5s. The ride is firm with the all new suspension; it was quite crashy on rough roads on the Vredestein Ultrac Vorti's unfortunately, albeit they were 18" sizes.
I want good wet & dry grip as well as a more compliant ride
As a low mileage user, Bridgetstones seem to be good too. I've taken 14 year old ones off of cars that looked great. I can't vouch that they've not turned to plastic though.For the c3-4k miles I might do this year; PS4s are overkill for my needs.
Plus as the E39 tourings are much firmer damped on the rear due to the SLS, I want a tyre that has a bit of a softer sidewall; hence the FK510s or RainSport 5s. The ride is firm with the all new suspension; it was quite crashy on rough roads on the Vredestein Ultrac Vorti's unfortunately, albeit they were 18" sizes.
I want good wet & dry grip as well as a more compliant ride
Softer sidewalls also are a consideration, as for some cars is the design. I've seen some mates that run only certain tyres on some more 'stancey' cars because certain tyres rub.
Tyres are like oil. it's a very subjective opinion.
JakeT said:
d_a_n1979 said:
Not surprised; the compound that Michelin use is superb; but I've found it to go very hard over time and then I got a lot of droning and I'm not the only one to say this...
For the c3-4k miles I might do this year; PS4s are overkill for my needs.
Plus as the E39 tourings are much firmer damped on the rear due to the SLS, I want a tyre that has a bit of a softer sidewall; hence the FK510s or RainSport 5s. The ride is firm with the all new suspension; it was quite crashy on rough roads on the Vredestein Ultrac Vorti's unfortunately, albeit they were 18" sizes.
I want good wet & dry grip as well as a more compliant ride
As a low mileage user, Bridgetstones seem to be good too. I've taken 14 year old ones off of cars that looked great. I can't vouch that they've not turned to plastic though.For the c3-4k miles I might do this year; PS4s are overkill for my needs.
Plus as the E39 tourings are much firmer damped on the rear due to the SLS, I want a tyre that has a bit of a softer sidewall; hence the FK510s or RainSport 5s. The ride is firm with the all new suspension; it was quite crashy on rough roads on the Vredestein Ultrac Vorti's unfortunately, albeit they were 18" sizes.
I want good wet & dry grip as well as a more compliant ride
Softer sidewalls also are a consideration, as for some cars is the design. I've seen some mates that run only certain tyres on some more 'stancey' cars because certain tyres rub.
Tyres are like oil. it's a very subjective opinion.
I have considered the Conti 6s; they're only a few £ more than the Goodyear F1s... But still; The RainSport 5s and FK510s would be nearly £100 cheaper all round and both very capable tyres...!
Agree; tyre, oil & brakes are very personal choices...
d_a_n1979 said:
Sf_Manta said:
Really enjoying the thread and do like this E39 Touring
Just hope to get my 330i back up and running, not had much luck lately
Sorry to hear that pal; haven't caught up with your thread since you sorted the box and bitsJust hope to get my 330i back up and running, not had much luck lately
What's up with it currently?
Still, do love seeing this E39, genuinely one of the nicer examples i've seen, kudos to your hard work
Sf_Manta said:
d_a_n1979 said:
Sf_Manta said:
Really enjoying the thread and do like this E39 Touring
Just hope to get my 330i back up and running, not had much luck lately
Sorry to hear that pal; haven't caught up with your thread since you sorted the box and bitsJust hope to get my 330i back up and running, not had much luck lately
What's up with it currently?
Still, do love seeing this E39, genuinely one of the nicer examples i've seen, kudos to your hard work
Thanks re my touring. It is a great car, just a few more 'tweaks' and then I'm done....
Famous last words
Gallons Per Mile said:
Shiny! As always... 
It was; it's absolutely filthy currently and it's not moved all week.It got rained on and that had the Sahara sands in it early on this week and 3 houses down have just had their driveway done; so all the debris has floated along the cul de sac and made the cars filthy...
So that's tomorrow's job
alec.e said:
d_a_n1979 said:
Congratulations, always very satisfying seing your car in printCame as a shock really as I had no idea if & when it was going to appear...
Already had one message via PH asking if I'm selling and to keep them in mind
fastbikes76 said:
d_a_n1979 said:
Congrats ! Always nice when the hard work pays off with a little recognition, your cars a credit to your dedication Never had anything like this before, so I'm a happy boy
Going to order a hard copy to pass on with the car when the day comes to me selling it
JakeT said:
I know everyone harps on about them, but you won't be disappointed, Dan. Michelin did a really good job of the PS4.
Yeah; I know they get rave reviews. Just the 18s that I had on my Style 37s back in 2019 didn't do them justice I don't think. They droned, a LOT and it annoyed the hell out of me But they were a good few years old too...I'll get the 66s refurbed and get the PS4s stuck on and they'll be good to go
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