Tyre choices...new for old?

[theironduke]

My XJS has a spanking new pair of P6000s on the front, however one has a bit of a gash in the sidewall which i think writes off the tyre

On the back there is one nearly dead P6000 and brand new Goodyear Eagle NCT5.

I'm pondering what to do, i guess logically it is to replace the dud P6000 up front with another so i have a matching axle and replace the did P6000 on the back with a new Eagle?

Just been having a look at prices and can't see a new Eagle for sub £100 odd quid and P6000's appear to be around £80-100.

The sizes are 225/55/16 W.

I did see somebody selling a good partworn Eagle for £50, maybe find a p/w P6000 too? Also are P6000 as rubbish as people make out? i've only had he car for a week and can't really comment yet.

[flattotheboards]

Are you sure the front one isnt just rim protector? Its best to have at least each axle to have the same tyres if not the whole car.

I see you have finally bought an XJS could you put some pics up on readers cars id quite like to see it.

[HellDiver]

P6000 is an old piece of ditchfinding rubbish, I'd put 3 Eagles on to make a set of four.

[theironduke]

I've put some pics up in readers cars for those interested in the Jaaaaaag.

[HereBeMonsters]

HellDiver said:

P6000 is an old piece of ditchfinding rubbish, I'd put 3 Eagles on to make a set of four.

P6000s are one of the worst tyres I have ever used. Ever. Only bettered in the "ste tyre competition" by P5000s.

[Bonefish Blues]

HereBeMonsters said:

HellDiver said:

P6000 is an old piece of ditchfinding rubbish, I'd put 3 Eagles on to make a set of four.

P6000s are one of the worst tyres I have ever used. Ever. Only bettered in the "ste tyre competition" by P5000s.

Although people who run them on heavier cars seem generally happier with them, I've noticed.

[HereBeMonsters]

Bonefish Blues said:

HereBeMonsters said:

HellDiver said:

P6000 is an old piece of ditchfinding rubbish, I'd put 3 Eagles on to make a set of four.

P6000s are one of the worst tyres I have ever used. Ever. Only bettered in the "ste tyre competition" by P5000s.

Although people who run them on heavier cars seem generally happier with them, I've noticed.

I have noticed that as well, but only people at work who I'm sure have never even cornered with enough force to spill a cup of tea from the cupholder.

[Bonefish Blues]

HereBeMonsters said:

Bonefish Blues said:

HereBeMonsters said:

HellDiver said:

P6000 is an old piece of ditchfinding rubbish, I'd put 3 Eagles on to make a set of four.

P6000s are one of the worst tyres I have ever used. Ever. Only bettered in the "ste tyre competition" by P5000s.

Although people who run them on heavier cars seem generally happier with them, I've noticed.

I have noticed that as well, but only people at work who I'm sure have never even cornered with enough force to spill a cup of tea from the cupholder.

I'm sure a true gentleman would never corner thus!

[HereBeMonsters]

Bonefish Blues said:

HereBeMonsters said:

Bonefish Blues said:

HereBeMonsters said:

HellDiver said:

P6000 is an old piece of ditchfinding rubbish, I'd put 3 Eagles on to make a set of four.

P6000s are one of the worst tyres I have ever used. Ever. Only bettered in the "ste tyre competition" by P5000s.

Although people who run them on heavier cars seem generally happier with them, I've noticed.

I have noticed that as well, but only people at work who I'm sure have never even cornered with enough force to spill a cup of tea from the cupholder.

I'm sure a true gentleman would never corner thus!

Not unless no-one's watching. ;-)

[EDLT]

Buy an NCT5 and a P6000, fit the Goodyears on the front, Pirellis on the rear and drive everywhere sideways.

Job done.

[theironduke]

EDLT said:

Buy an NCT5 and a P6000, fit the Goodyears on the front, Pirellis on the rear and drive everywhere sideways.

Job done.

Like your logic but i can't bring myself to throw the Jag around...just doesn't seem right