Choosing new tires

[burn_this_city]

Originally Posted by Canada 02

many cars/tires have TPMS sensor. One tire place claims that moisture in compressed air will negatively affect the sensor.

I don't think it will make a significant difference. I guess it would depend how humid it is in your town.

[CM ONE]

As for the original question I would put on the new Michelin Primacy MXM4. mmmm Sunflower oil. Also better rotating ability than the Pilots.

[Red_Baron]

Yokohama YK520's are a good compromise.
The P Zero Nero's will get the job done just fine as well.

[Canada 02]

thanks for all the input so far; one more question

what are the advantages and disadvantages of going with a wider or narrower tire?

I have 7.5" wide rims. 225 Pirelli's are rated for 6-8.5" rims; 235 Pirelli's are rated for 7-8.5" rims. So either should fit my rims.

I assume there would be an effect on grip, road noise, fuel economy, tread wear etc

[Ironhorse]

Originally Posted by Canada 02

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does anyone have nitrogen inflated tires? I understand the theory behind it, but is it really worth $5 a tire?

I have my tires happily filled (for free) with 78% nitrogen.

(No, it is not worth paying the $5.)

[Ironhorse]

Wider tires will give you more cornering grip and stability, but add some rolling resistance. Narrower tires are preferred in snow, as there is more pressure on the contact patch and they will cut through the snow easier; they also tend to not lose traction as quick.

[Hevishot]

Originally Posted by CM ONE

Unless you're a long haul trucker I'd skip the nitrogen. Unless of course you like green valve caps then I say go for it!!

Chances are if you purchased your vehicle from a dealer and they "filled" your tires with nitrogen wait until it gets really cold and your TPMS comes on stating you have a low tire. Than you will know that the guy was flat rate and made money by changing your valve caps and not the air to nitrogen

[sclitheroe]

Originally Posted by burn_this_city

We're talking performance tires, winter tire snobs can wait a month or so for that thread to magically appear

Sorry, I’ll continue to wait patiently. Hopefully the recent snowfall out around Banff has the snow tire fanatics penciling this year’s missives.

[CM ONE]

I wouldn't go wider unless you're looking at a plus fitment. Otherwise you're just adding $$$ without considerable gain in performance or looks.

[burn_this_city]

Originally Posted by Canada 02

thanks for all the input so far; one more question

what are the advantages and disadvantages of going with a wider or narrower tire?

I have 7.5" wide rims. 225 Pirelli's are rated for 6-8.5" rims; 235 Pirelli's are rated for 7-8.5" rims. So either should fit my rims.

I assume there would be an effect on grip, road noise, fuel economy, tread wear etc

You could move up a couple sizes, it all depends on whether or not a wider tire will rub on the suspension or underbody. You will get better grip, but slightly reduced fuel economy. Also you might need an alignment if you go a few sizes up.