Dave's Evo X Build/The Life of Dave blog

[Murlo26]

The sumi's seem alright, but are maybe a titch less grip then the v12's. I have driven on both in a evo x, the v12's will give you the ride you want.

I say just throw on a 2 new direzza's and get the alignment fixed, the 2 other tires are like 75% of new which is not enough to hurt the awd system.

I am highly tempted to buy two new ones but am still a bit worried replacing just two. I am probably between the v12's and two new specs.

just a note... I drove past Main motors in Anoka today, and they had a big sign that said "All tires, $5 over Cost!"... might be worth a quick phone call not sure what they carry.

I'll call them tomorrow, thanks.

[Murlo26]

V12's ordered, going on Monday at discount (i got impatient as I want to be ready for the cruise and have other shit to do too). Fuck me, another 1100 down the drain. Stupid 275's are expensive, was tempted to do 285's but fuck it.

[Kracka]

Good choice on ordering a complete set, your transfer case thanks you.

[Murlo26]

discount called and were like you can't put 275's on a lancer lol :)

After I told them I had different wheels then they tried saying some michelin tire was leagues better for like 5 bucks more or something.

Sometimes it takes a while to convince people you have done some research. Sounds like they have to ship them in from Phoenix though.

[Kracka]

Michelin Pilot Super Sports?

[Murlo26]

Yes. Are they or is that just what they try to sling?

[Kracka]

They're brand new, and getting great reviews. For only $5 more per tire, I'd give them a shot. I didn't realize they were so close in price to the 'Kooks.

[A//// Guy]

Yea if they offered you super sports or PS2s for only 5 bucks more, that would have been my ticket.

[Murlo26]

Serious? Are they worth trying? Damn it, now I might have to call back lol

Dang it, I feel like I should call but still am nervous about no one really running them that I know.

[simulatedwood]

They must be giving you a crazy low price on the Michelin tires.. On their site the v12's are 242 per tire and the Super Sports are 286 per tire. They have a rebate for the Michelins @ 70 for all 4, but still that doesn't come close to the $5 difference you were quoted.