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Need tires for the E350. Suggestions?
I find myself boggled at the options. My MB E350 is my commuter car. I want a quiet ride with good all weather traction. 245/40R18 size. 4 matic.
Any suggestions? I was looking at some Continentals (PURECONTACT WITH ECOPLUS) that are $167 each. But there quite a few cheaper options. Anyone have any experience with Kumho tires? Helpful input appreciated. |
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10-25-2016, 06:08 PM
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I ran the continentals on my E550 and I cannot say that I was impressed with them. They seemed to suffer from sidewall damage due to pot holes. I had kumhos on my SC and liked them.
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I have Conti Extreme Contact DWS on my wife's van and really like them, per Tire Rack they are the best rated UHP all season tire for snow performance.
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10-25-2016, 07:12 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2008
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I would say anything but Continentals. Had over 4 sidewall bulge failures with Contis in <1 year. Done with the brand, for car tires at least. I like conti for bicycle tires. I'd go with Michelin. Pilot Sport All Seasons are pretty sweet.
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10-26-2016, 08:17 AM
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Tires are the only thing that connect your car to the road. Most important part of the vehicle after the brakes.
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10-26-2016, 08:21 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2001
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I put Kumhos on a Honda Civic.
Soft tires and great grip at first. About two years later they were bulging, peeling, and out of center. Literally fell apart every way possible. |
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10-26-2016, 10:22 AM
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Hercules Terra Trac....best tires i've had on my 99 Powerstroke F250. Long lasting, low noise, good grip.
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