[UniqueMods]

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[tsk13]

Go for Yoko A539 in 175/60 R13. Low on noise with superb grip on all types of surfaces makes it a good contender. I'm using it on my Xing for the past 10k Kms/ 1 year.

[kpzen]

Originally Posted by UniqueMods

I am running Bridgestone Potenza GIII 175/60/R13 from the day i bought the car and have done 30000 km. It will be time to change in mabye in 5000km. Iam a totally satisfied customer of GIII.

What is the recommended tyre in todays market in 175/60/r13? new launches? better than GIII ? or should i put another 4 GIII's ?
Running on 5j alloys.

I would prefer the same grip level as the GIII 175, and not more noiser. GIII is not a silent tyre but i have go used to its noise level.

Advice Please.

UM

Get the 175/60-13 Yoko A539. Best tire available right now in that size.
Comfortable, Grippy and not so noisy tire with a very unique thread pattern.

[UniqueMods]

Originally Posted by tsk13

Go for Yoko A539 in 175/60 R13. Low on noise with superb grip on all types of surfaces makes it a good contender. I'm using it on my Xing for the past 10k Kms/ 1 year.

Originally Posted by kpzen

Get the 175/60-13 Yoko A539. Best tire available right now in that size.
Comfortable, Grippy and not so noisy tire with a very unique thread pattern.

Thanks. will check out Yoko A539
One more query - please also advice on expected cost / tire.

UM

[rajiv0]

Hello All,
Wanted to give a quick update on my 2004 Santro tyre replacement.

After lot of deliberation between 165/65 vs stock 155/70, I went for stock size. Replaced stone-age MRF with Michellin XM1+ on standard rims.

Can feel a definite improvement in comfort (on bad patches) and reduction in noise. But didnt get perceivable change in grip levels. Have to check that out when I go for long ride this weekend.

Did the job at Sai Iyengar, Indiranagar. As usual Ashwin was helpful with few tips and stuff... and the boys did a good, clean and fast job.
Cost: Rs.11,800 for 4
Also got Samsung Guru phone free worth; about 1500. I didnt know about this offer to begin with!!

BTW, I didnt change the spare tyre. Instead spent the money on electrical air pump (about Rs.2500)

cheers,
Rajiv

[inder]

Can anyone provide me the contact details of Yokohama india or their website.I had changed my stock santro tyres last year to yokohama 165/65/13. And after ~12k Km the front tyres are spoilt.I can see steel/metal threads on both the front tyres on the inside.What might be the problem,I am going to the tyre dealer today.
P.S: I have also posted on the thread "A-drive reviews"

[UniqueMods]

Originally Posted by inder

Can anyone provide me the contact details of Yokohama india or their website.I had changed my stock santro tyres last year to yokohama 165/65/13. And after ~12k Km the front tyres are spoilt.I can see steel/metal threads on both the front tyres on the inside.What might be the problem,I am going to the tyre dealer today.
P.S: I have also posted on the thread "A-drive reviews"

steel threads, IMO this happens after extensive use after 50k km.
please check your wheel alignment and replace your worn out tires asap.

UM

[swapnil.rahate]

Hi Guys,

I am planning to change tires of my santro XL done 35k kms on stock MRF tires and after reading a lot of reviews i think that 165/65/r13 is the most recommended upsize. I plan to put the tires on stock rims only.

The tires i am looking out for are
1. Michelin XM1+
2. Yokohoma A drives.

Does anybody have any idea of the prices of these tires in Mumbai and can recommend a good tire shop?

[Nikhilb2008]

165/65 R13 will reduce the ride quality. Also, on 4j rims, I wouldnt recommend 165/65 R13. It needs a minimum of 4.5j rims.

Get 155/70 R13 in Yoko A drive or Michelin XM1+.

[swapnil.rahate]

Originally Posted by rajiv0

Hello All,
Wanted to give a quick update on my 2004 Santro tyre replacement.

After lot of deliberation between 165/65 vs stock 155/70, I went for stock size. Replaced stone-age MRF with Michellin XM1+ on standard rims.

Can feel a definite improvement in comfort (on bad patches) and reduction in noise. But didnt get perceivable change in grip levels. Have to check that out when I go for long ride this weekend.

Did the job at Sai Iyengar, Indiranagar. As usual Ashwin was helpful with few tips and stuff... and the boys did a good, clean and fast job.
Cost: Rs.11,800 for 4
Also got Samsung Guru phone free worth; about 1500. I didnt know about this offer to begin with!!

BTW, I didnt change the spare tyre. Instead spent the money on electrical air pump (about Rs.2500)

cheers,
Rajiv

Hows the drive?Any issues with mounting the tires on stock rim?

[swapnil.rahate]

Originally Posted by Nikhilb2008

165/65 R13 will reduce the ride quality. Also, on 4j rims, I wouldnt recommend 165/65 R13. It needs a minimum of 4.5j rims.

Get 155/70 R13 in Yoko A drive or Michelin XM1+.

Thanks for the reply..

There are lot of thread of using the stock rims for tubeless tires some people have even used a 175mm tires on stock wheel. What can be the issues of using stock rims instead of alloys? even swift comes with tubeless tires on steel rims.

[kpzen]

Originally Posted by swapnil.rahate

?Any issues with mounting the tires on stock rim?

There's no issue in mounting them on stock rims. Just make sure that the rims are not bruised and battered.

Originally Posted by swapnil.rahate

There are lot of thread of using the stock rims for tubeless tires some people have even used a 175mm tires on stock wheel. What can be the issues of using stock rims instead of alloys? even swift comes with tubeless tires on steel rims.

Steel rims is not a problem, Width of the rim is.
In case of Santro the stock rim width is 4j which is less than the min. required width for a 165/65 tire, which is 4.5j.

[rajiv0]

Originally Posted by swapnil.rahate

Hows the drive?

1. Coming from stock MRF to XM1, the ride quality (cushioning) has improved tremendously (I feel a lot less bumps even though the roads have gotten worse after recent rains).
2. Also I did a quick trip to Tirupathi and back (~500Km) and the tire noise at higher speed has reduced considerably.
3. Didnt see much difference in handling though (but then I chose stock size).

Originally Posted by swapnil.rahate

Any issues with mounting the tires on stock rim?

Absolutely none, provided your stock rims are in good shape. I got mine checked thoroughly for bends, then got the insides a cleaned up.
If they are not in good shape, you can consider buying new set of rims. Costs about Rs.850~950 at dealer (works out cheaper than alloy for sure).

Hope it helps...

BTW, I paid 11,800 for 4 XM1, here in blore. So prices should be similar or may be a bit cheaper in Mumbai(??)

Cheers
Rajiv

[CCP]

Guy's I need help in deciding wheels for my santro. Please find the wheels pics attached

[dhanushs]

Originally Posted by CCP

Guy's I need help in deciding wheels for my santro. Please find the wheels pics attached

What color is your ride?. If you could post a pic of your ride, it would be more easy to select the right choice of wheels.