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BHPian ![]() | ![]() I recently replaced the stock Aceleres with Michelin Primacy LC, 195/60 R15, on my new Vento. My main requirements were reduced road noise, ride & handling (in that order). More details in my Vento ownership thread. Couple of questions: - What would be the recommended pressure for these tyres ? Should I continue the same pressure I maintained for Aceleres ? - Would there be any problems using the spare 175/70 R14 wheel ? Anyone done this ? Apologize, if this is discussed earlier - went through the thread, but could not get clear answers. |
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| ![]() I hit a pothole, one of my 205/55/15 PP2s developed a slight bulge on it. They've done 20,000 kilometres and the thread depth looks good. I don't know if I'd be able to find a spare/old PP2 in the market. Is it safe to drive on? What are my options? |
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Senior - BHPian ![]() | ![]() Is the bulge on the side wall or on the surface itself? |
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| ![]() Here's the picture of the bulge. The car handles fine, just being extra careful on potholes caused by overnight meteors. |
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BHPian ![]() | ![]() Just got my Vento TDI HL. Can someone post feedback on Bridgestone MY01 & AR10 ? The ER60s seem to be no longer in the market. My top priority is the ability to withstand rough roads and avoid punctures. If possible should reduce the 'thud' effect. ! Cheers ! |
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Have MY01 on my Vento and they have completed 5000 kms, endured big craters and the worst of roads on a recent trip to Rajasthan and came out without a harm or even a puncture. They are good tyres, minimal noise, good looking tread pattern and Bridgestones are built to endure rough roads, had BS on our Scorpio and they lasted a good 75k kms ![]() My advice - please go for MY02 now if you are going in for these tyres. Got them fitted a few days back on my Linea and they are much much better than MY01 in all respect - reduced tyre noise, better braking, better cushioning on potholes. Its a better product than MY01. MY series and Turanzas are premium offerings from BS, dont know about AR10 but you wont regret going in for MY01- or MY02, get them and drive tension free. Quote:
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| ![]() I swear by BS too. However, no one seems to be speaking of the ecopia range which is there kn the website. Appears to be equivalent f michelin primacy lc types. A looking forward to those to swap on my vento. Anyone has any comments. |
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would like to hear how are your new tyres behaving? i was considering these for my Rapid, however the delicate side wall issue has kept me in two minds. | |
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If road noise and comfort is the priority and if you can drive carefully over potholes (I would be with any tyres, not just PLC), go with PLC. Else go with BS Turanza. I am not sure about durability of PLC, but the xm1/xm1+ variety I have used have given me about 40-45K Kms. | |
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BHPian ![]() | ![]() Also check the thread "Michelin Tyre Woes: Fact or Fiction." Most people seem to be happy with Michelins, soft sidewall not withstanding! Ofcourse some people have had issues, but that would be true for any tyre, IMHO. |
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| ![]() Hi Guys, I upgraded last week on my Vento TDI HL stock apollo tyres 185-60-R15 to Bridgestone MY 02 195-60-R15. ODO meter reading was 42k and now have done 1000 km with the new tyres and they are smashing indeed! I paid 21500 for 4 tyres including all taxes etc. in Pune and now the braking as well as driving confidence has drastically improved. Tyre options considered for upgrade(descriptions here indicate the pros) - http://www.bridgestone.co.in/SelectT...atio=60&dia=15 - Ecopia - ER60 - Potenza G3 (out of stock possibly not manufactured anymore) - Potenza MY02 I chose MY 02 against ER 60 as I tend to drive relatively fast at times and hence wanted absolute control with road grip while cornering and good tyre strength. Its a much better driving experience(last 1k) now with no noise issues. Drove on few bad roads and the control I get now is awesome as compared to my stock apollo's I had. MY02 does compliment aggression with Vento so will surely recommend! ![]() Thanks to all of you for valuable inputs. Regards, Nikesh |
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Senior - BHPian ![]() | ![]() nikesh, how does the MY02 sidewall fare in terms of stiffness, as compared to Yokos and the Michelins ? I guess it's a soft compound if it's comfort and grip oriented ? |
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