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Toyo Tyres

Post by PhilT » Fri Feb 28, 2003 4:09 pm

As you may know already I have been running Toyo tyres on my ex S2 and now on my RS4. I love 'em, Why?

I have just had a new set of tyres fitted, and here are some points which sumarise why I like them so much:

1. They are between half and two thirds of the cost of other makes.
2. I haven't had any bent rims, since using these.
3. They are great in the wet and in the dry.
4. If the tyres are rotated at 5000 miles, they should last in the region of 10000 miles (Note: This includes 3 track days - Hockenheim, Nurburgring, and Donnington.)
5. They have 'rim protection' i.e. a large amount of rubber overlap to avoid gentle kerbing.

The only downside is the load rating. They are currently only available as 90Y for the RS4. I don't have an issue with this, but some might. I also think that this has a lot to do with why I am not bending rims.

I have asked my tyre dealer to get some competitive prices for us to source tyres from him, fitted or supply only. I have also asked him to look for some suitable track tyres. Is this worthwhile? I don't want to waste his time, so any feedback appreciated.

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Re: Toyo Tyres

Post by Andiroo » Sat Mar 01, 2003 12:45 am

You artistic bugger [img]images/graemlins/tongue.gif[/img]

Can we get 19's mate?

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Re: Toyo Tyres

Post by Bushy » Sat Mar 01, 2003 8:05 am

they do a 19 265 30 93Y

we looked at these for the sportecs but when the offer of Michellin Pilot Sport 2 came up, we went for them
Can't beat a bit of boost!

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Re: Toyo Tyres

Post by johneroberts » Sat Mar 01, 2003 9:16 am

Someone just got some Sport pilots 2 at a incredible price £680 for 4 255x35x18 94Y [img]images/graemlins/jawdrop.gif[/img]
Seems unbelievable
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Re: Toyo Tyres

Post by Bushy » Sat Mar 01, 2003 9:45 am

bloody hell
Can't beat a bit of boost!

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Re: Toyo Tyres

Post by LittleSkull » Sat Mar 01, 2003 10:51 am

I can get them in Torino, Italy for Euro 300 each and the Yokos for Euro 270 each [img]images/graemlins/bowdown.gif[/img]

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