04-24-2016, 10:51 AM | #1 |
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Time for a new set of Boots
After 20k miles, my tyres are ready for a change. I have decided to replace the existing 20 inch Dunlop SP Sport Max GT runflats with Michelin Pilot Super Sports (which are not runflats) which I have read some good things about. I am doing this in the hope that the softer sidewalls will help make the ride just a little less hard. I will report back when it's done.
I shall keep a can of tyre weld in the boot but I feel the need to keep a spacesaver wheel in the garage as well just in case I blow out close to home. Plenty of them available 2nd hand on eBay which are good enough for me. But which size? There are some R18s available for X5s but will they be too tall for the 6ers wheel arches? Is an R17 wheel better? And is the configuration of the 5 wheel bolts the same on all BMW models? |
04-24-2016, 03:57 PM | #2 |
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Looking forward to hearing the difference once they are fitted.
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04-24-2016, 04:12 PM | #3 |
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I'm in the same boat this month, down to 2.5 on the rears and 3 on fronts so need changing soon
One thing I've noticed is the cost between non run flats and run flats has narrowed a lot recently, mines on 19s and the price only a hundred different for a full set !! Let us know if you get fixed up this week as it will prob influence my decision lol |
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Yeah that's an urban legend mate, you can put whatever you want on, I spent years thinking the same, then emailed BMW and they confirmed its just a nice to have option on the car and doesn't affect the warranty at all
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Speaking of tyres I'm so surprised it didn't go down or crack the wheel after hitting this hole in the road! I am taking it get it checked out this morning as it seems to need balancing slightly.
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I fitted Michelin super sports a month ago, the ride is hugely improved, I noticed that with the runflats some man hole covers which have sunk in the road felt like hitting a railway sleeper! I did stop to check one and in reality it wasn't that bad, just a trait of the RFT tyres.
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Tyres are on back order so I will have to wait a couple of weeks. About £950 for all 4 fitted (gulp!)
Anyone know the answer to my space saver wheel question? |
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So I went into a local tyre shop to check my tyre and wheel after the pothole.
Bulge found so a new tyre is required @ £375 for one run flat Dunlop. I managed to get it for £265 all in.
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Basically I think if you bought the car new on pcp then when handing it back you have to have approved tyres fitted but for you buying 2nd hand you can put whatever you want on.
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Rears are £215 = £770 if my maths is right ( full supersports all round) |
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[QUOTE=AceCobra1][QUOTE=Mark333032;19819939]About £950 for all 4 fitted (gulp!)
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Not a problem. Mark ordered last night on my trade account so should be able to share his feedback once his delivery turns up. U will find these prices your local garages will say is below trade on most of them execpt premium brands. My rears are on 5mm im going to stick premiums on the rear next time round
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No hurry but can you check me a price on 19s ( 245/40/19 and 275/35/19 ) super sports Gonna order the end on next month, Cheers pal |
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