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All Things Mk5 => Mk5 General Area => Topic started by: lloydy88 on June 17, 2019, 02:09:41 pm

Title: grippy road tyres??
Post by: lloydy88 on June 17, 2019, 02:09:41 pm
hi guys

Just had first MOT done in the relatively short ownership of my GTI, it flew through as I expected but a couple of the tyres are nearing their limit.

What would people recommend I get when buying new tyres? I wont be doing any track driving but plenty of fast A & B road driving. I'm looking for something that's equally as good in the wet and dry, summer & winter, also looking for something with a bit of durability so I can get plenty of life out of them. Not asking much right? haha! Reason I want something to do a bit of everything is my budget simply wont stretch to having summer and winter tyres.

any recommendations will be greatly appreciated!!

cheers!! 
Title: Re: grippy road tyres??
Post by: E8RNX on June 17, 2019, 02:39:18 pm
I vouch for Michelin Pilot Sport 4’s. Incredible tyres, changes the whole car.
Title: Re: grippy road tyres??
Post by: amanda on June 17, 2019, 02:42:36 pm
I use Bridgestone potenza’s but they seem to be marmite tires  :rolleye:
Title: Re: grippy road tyres??
Post by: lloydy88 on June 17, 2019, 03:37:54 pm
I'll add those to the list of potentials, cheers guys! much research needed!  :thinking:
Title: Re: grippy road tyres??
Post by: muff1991 on June 17, 2019, 03:49:05 pm
From all the reviews I’ve read on here... the next set of tyres I buy will be Michelin PS4’s


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Title: Re: grippy road tyres??
Post by: fakie1977 on June 17, 2019, 03:52:50 pm
+1 for Michelin PS4. These tyres outperforms my bravery level (at least for now!!!)


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Title: Re: grippy road tyres??
Post by: lloydy88 on June 17, 2019, 04:23:11 pm
Having searched on the forum the general consensus seems to point towards the Michelins, quick search had them at £104 per corner but found them for £90 after some further digging...not too bad!
Title: Re: grippy road tyres??
Post by: amanda on June 17, 2019, 04:29:01 pm
Like I said Bridgestones are marmite but I really rate them and I am not a Mr slow!
Not tried p4’s so cannot comment but if your looking for decent cheaper tires try here

https://www.oponeo.co.uk/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMImfKAierw4gIVlobVCh3NawxJEAAYASAAEgKduvD_BwE

Or

https://www.blackcircles.com/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIxeDDq-rw4gIVxbztCh27uwN6EAAYASAAEgJJTvD_BwE


Used both so can recommend
Title: Re: grippy road tyres??
Post by: Clart on June 17, 2019, 04:32:49 pm
www.oponeo.co.uk
I've found these to be the best to source tyres from.
Title: Re: grippy road tyres??
Post by: Dooge on June 17, 2019, 04:34:23 pm
Michelin Pilot Sport 4's as well. There are similar performing tyres but as an all round they are great.
Title: Re: grippy road tyres??
Post by: lloydy88 on June 17, 2019, 04:35:04 pm
 awesome guys, going to spend some time checking prices and reviews then guess I'll have to part with some cash!!!  :doh:
Title: Re: grippy road tyres??
Post by: rich83 on June 17, 2019, 06:06:22 pm
PS4... brilliant tyre
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Post by: Lewo on June 17, 2019, 11:26:13 pm
Another vote for the PS4  :happy2:
Title: Re: grippy road tyres??
Post by: mo on June 19, 2019, 12:02:22 pm
Moved from continental to PS4 about 4 years ago.Very similar tyres but Costco usually have the PS4's on offer so i have stuck with them.
Title: Re: grippy road tyres??
Post by: E8RNX on June 19, 2019, 01:06:59 pm
Btw those of you who have PS4’s.. How long do they tend to last? I just got mine on like a month ago and tread seems to be getting eaten  :smiley:
Title: Re: grippy road tyres??
Post by: ady-uk on June 19, 2019, 01:17:17 pm
I use Avon zx7
225/45/17 - 94y xl

about £65 a corner, fantastic all-round weather & last a lot longer
Title: Re: grippy road tyres??
Post by: f00glee on June 19, 2019, 02:22:05 pm
I had Continental SC5s on for about 2.5 years before all 4 corners were down to ~3mm (17k miles mixed driving + 3x short track sessions of 20-30 mins each). Arguably could have hung them out to the legal limit but had started to notice performance in the wet suffering a bit.

Recently put PS4s on and cant say I really notice any difference compared to the CS5s at their best - both are great. Am hoping the Michelins will last a bit longer as Continental tyres have a reputation for wearing quickly.

If buying again, I'd be happy with either.
Title: Re: grippy road tyres??
Post by: fivetide on June 21, 2019, 08:19:17 am
slapped on the ContiSport 6 when i changed mine recently. Stonking tyres so far.
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Post by: MIJ_JAGGER on June 21, 2019, 09:40:25 am
slapped on the ContiSport 6 when i changed mine recently. Stonking tyres so far.
225 40 18?
Title: Re: grippy road tyres??
Post by: pudding on June 21, 2019, 05:49:28 pm
I use Bridgestone potenza’s but they seem to be marmite tires  :rolleye:

I used to love the S03, RE720 and RE050A Bridgees  :happy2:   

I don't know what's happened to Bridgestone lately.  They seem to falling behind the big 3 (Goodyear, Mich, Conti) at the moment, but used to be up there with them, if not better.

Are they still the current F1 tyre supplier, or has it flip-flopped back to Michelin/Pirelli again?

Title: Re: grippy road tyres??
Post by: amanda on June 21, 2019, 06:11:17 pm
https://www.autosport.com/f1/news/138433/pirelli-has-rivals-for-new-f1-tyre-contract



I really really rate icebear as a winter tire
Title: Re: grippy road tyres??
Post by: Lammy71 on June 23, 2019, 08:25:52 am
I vouch for Michelin Pilot Sport 4’s. Incredible tyres, changes the whole car.
Yes I'd also agree just had 4 new fitted myself to my stage 2, unbelievable grip from take off

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Title: Re: grippy road tyres??
Post by: fakie1977 on May 04, 2020, 11:23:44 am
Didn’t want to start a new topic so resurrecting an old one to see if anyone has fitted Michelin Pilot Sport 4s as I see they have them now in 18” wheel size albeit slightly wider fitment (235/40 R18).

Camskill have them (https://www.camskill.co.uk/m61b0s322p188047/Michelin_Tyres_Car_Michelin_Pilot_Sport_4S_PS4S_-_235_40_R18_%2895Y%29_XL_%28DT1%29_TL_Fuel_Eff_%3A_E_Wet_Grip%3A_B_NoiseClass%3A_2_Noise%3A_71dB) but they’re not cheap. I’m not needing to replace my PS4 yet but would be willing to try these come replacement time.


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Title: Re: grippy road tyres??
Post by: colesey on May 04, 2020, 11:59:03 am
That’s an interesting spot and should give some small gains in traction and turn in on the front with extra width and stiffer sidewall. Small increase in rolling radius, which some might like on the motorway.
Title: Re: grippy road tyres??
Post by: probedb on May 05, 2020, 03:48:56 pm
Just for info on wear on the PS4s, mine got down to 3.5mm on the front after 15k miles after one year, dammit, drove too far :D