F3* - Swapping out runflats
Discussion
As the runflats are coming to the end of the life on my F31 328i, I'm toying with the idea of swapping them for some 'normal' tyres.
I know runflats have come on a bit over the past few years, but will I notice a discernible difference in ride quality between them and normal tyres.
The positives of runflats that I see are the ability to drive off the motorway with a puncture (as long as it's not a sidewall tear), my wife can't change a tyre and not having to carry a spare/jack or inflation kit.
The positives of normal tyres are they are cheaper and *I think* better ride quality!
If anyone has swapped out their runflats on an F3*, I'd like to hear your opinion.
I know runflats have come on a bit over the past few years, but will I notice a discernible difference in ride quality between them and normal tyres.
The positives of runflats that I see are the ability to drive off the motorway with a puncture (as long as it's not a sidewall tear), my wife can't change a tyre and not having to carry a spare/jack or inflation kit.
The positives of normal tyres are they are cheaper and *I think* better ride quality!
If anyone has swapped out their runflats on an F3*, I'd like to hear your opinion.
smashy said:
Still night and day even though runflats are 3rd generation .My F30 30d feels as though its got rubber between me and the road ( michelin 3s) 18".Crashiness gone and the howling on certain motorways an other A roads was ridiculousthats gone as well.
I have had my tyres filled with ultraseal £70 all in and is said to help them last up to 40% longer as well.
Thanks for the input, I've not heard of ultraseal, will have a look. And yes, the road noise reduction would be good.I have had my tyres filled with ultraseal £70 all in and is said to help them last up to 40% longer as well.
I was reading about the Michelin Self Seal tyres, they look a good option. I can't find out when they will be available here in the UK.
smashy said:
Maracus this is good re ultraseal https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3XZ_pjnsmEU
That looks good, where did you get yours put in?Gassing Station | BMW General | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff