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Gary

05-12-2009, 11:02 AM

Hi

I thought i'd treat my 1993 car to 4 new tyres. Apparently there is not a huge amount of choice available nowadays for the early model wheel sizes.

As I (and the car) grow older, I'm more happy to forsake out-and-out perforamnce for something that will last a bit longer than my last set of Yokos A-022s.

My favourite tyre dealer has offered me a complete set of Avon ZV5 V rated tyres for £257. Does anyone have any views or experience of the these tyres?

Cheers
Gary

simonprelude

05-12-2009, 11:52 AM

I would advise against the use of Avon ZV series on the NSX, the ZZ series would be more appropriate if they make a tyre in the correct size.

I don't know if things have changed but the ZV's were usually for run of the mill cars where as the ZZ range was more for the performance range.

Gary

05-12-2009, 01:14 PM

That's dissapointing to hear. I can't see the ZZ listed in the 205/50 15" size so it would appear that's not an option.

Does anyone know if there is any suitable tyre currently available that fits the front and rear wheel sizes of the 1992 NSX?

Cheers
Gary

Silver Surfer

05-12-2009, 03:23 PM

Only the Toyo TR-1

SS

madras

05-12-2009, 05:29 PM

No you can get the KUMHO or Hankook now in W rating for 205 50 15 which I'll be trying next, Michelin bought 10% of Hankook and they have been getting good reviews. I don't like Avon personally.

Oh and I don't like the TOYOs TR-1s I think they are rubbish from my experience.

TheSebringOne

05-12-2009, 07:11 PM

I've tried Avon ZZ3s 225x45x17 on a GTV 3.0 V6 and now have the ZV5s. I rate these two Avons well, but not sure for an NSX. Think Paul rates the Hankooks highly and I've heard the Toyos sidewalls aren't as stiff as other premium brands?

05-12-2009, 08:12 PM

I had the ZV3s I think or a similar designation on my OEM NSX wheels whilst I waited for my Volks to arrive. They were no bad and for a budget you can't go wrong as long as you are aware of their limitations.

eclipse1501

05-12-2009, 09:00 PM

You are what you wear so bust the bank and get some top tyres. I just forked out 520 euros for 2 back tyres 255 35 18 Michelin Pilot Sport. The previous Pilots lasted me almost 2 years and although not a performance tyre were worth every penny for longevity alone, and so says Gordon Murray.

Gary

06-12-2009, 10:09 AM

So far the options would appear to be,

Avon ZV5
Toyo T1R
Hankook V12 Evo (K110)
Kumho KU31

The Avon and Kumho fronts would appear to only be rated to V (149mph) speeds but I wonder if this is really a concern considering the age of these NSXes they would be fitted to. Also would you feel safer in a car with the exact same tyre on each corner (even if the fronts are only V rated) compared to different tyre brands/models on the front/rear axles?

I have two sets of wheels. I wonder if the manufactures would lend me a set of each so I could do some back to back testing?

Cheers
Gary

06-12-2009, 11:47 AM

The Avon and Kumho fronts would appear to only be rated to V (149mph) speeds but I wonder if this is really a concern considering the age of these NSXes they would be fitted to.
Cheers
Gary

The cars can, the owners my choiose not to for several reasons!

Senninha

06-12-2009, 02:47 PM

Hankook get my vote as James says ...

I have these as daily tyres on the NSX (keeping the RE070 for specials), I also have them on the Merc where they have received the type of driving that you refer to in you original post, they have now covered 35k miles and still have 2mm of even tread life left.

As an aside, I've just swapped the OEM Dunlps of the CRV to an equivalent 4x4 tyre from Hankook and they too are performing very well.

FYI, HanKook is now an OEM recommended tyre for UK Audi's

Good Luck

regards, Paul

mutley

06-12-2009, 06:57 PM

Has anyone heard any more about the new Yokohama, the AD08?? I'm still waiting until these come to the UK before I change.

Jim

Kaz-kzukNA1

06-12-2009, 09:01 PM

Has anyone heard any more about the new Yokohama, the AD08?? I'm still waiting until these come to the UK before I change.

Jim
Hi, Jim.
I asked the same question to Yokohama UK a while ago as they originally announced that it would be available around autumn this year. It's already December and I didn't get any replay from them so I spoke with Yokohama Japan directly.

They told me that it will be introduced very early 2010 in UK but the size information will only be announced through Yokohama UK. Having said this, still no reply from UK office... Quite disappointed with their support so not sure when we'll actually see the AD08 on the market in UK. They are still quite expensive in Japan as well.

I just hope they will provide us with all OEM combination.

Regards,
Kaz

mutley

06-12-2009, 10:11 PM

Hi, Jim.
I asked the same question to Yokohama UK a while ago as they originally announced that it would be available around autumn this year. It's already December and I didn't get any replay from them so I spoke with Yokohama Japan directly.

They told me that it will be introduced very early 2010 in UK but the size information will only be announced through Yokohama UK. Having said this, still no reply from UK office... Quite disappointed with their support so not sure when we'll actually see the AD08 on the market in UK. They are still quite expensive in Japan as well.

I just hope they will provide us with all OEM combination.

Regards,
Kaz

Hi Kaz,
Yes I remember the last time we spoke about these tyres, we were hoping for autumn this year. I have been looking for places online and had no luck finding any information.
Well looks like we will have to wait a bit longer.
Jim

havoc

08-12-2009, 11:52 AM

I've just fitted the Hankook K110's to my ITR following Paul's recommendation, and 1 week in (so cold and damp weather), compared to the ITR's RE010's:-
- sidewalls are a little softer, but definitely not as bad as some on the market. They'll certainly do. I think the centre-rib might help with turn-in precision too.
- feedback isn't far off
- wet-weather grip is MILES better
- progression is noticeably better

...in fact, I'm a little disappointed. At this time of the year I quite enjoyed wet roundabouts, but now it's all become rather sensible... ;)

Need to wait for the spring to see how they cope with a full-bore charge down a B-road, but I've a spare set of (ITR) rims waiting for the AD08s if they make it over here...

Senninha

08-12-2009, 04:21 PM

Time to update the signature then :)

Black '99 ITR - Now back on RE010's!

TheSebringOne

12-12-2009, 01:15 AM

I found this since I am interested in some for the fronts next year. Its a real shame theres no availability for the fronts for those on 15/16s :angry::(

http://www.discounttiredirect.com/direct/tires/yokohama/product/byName.do;jsessionid=G3HdLvsCGhGCVKYzpXTN1x1vXnpGL vlMjKLFMszVPBw6CRysk2s7vwq3hXyYMydqsTQJwHmT3L4YGTH vJjpN81pn17kYG5mZNS2Lw01yvl0GsSV06G5wSqhGJJ3wpMhC! 2049200849!1767213103?typ=Passenger%2FPerformance&tmn=ADVAN+Neova+AD08

mutley

12-12-2009, 12:03 PM

TheSebringOne

12-12-2009, 05:00 PM

Thats great news Jim, I thought the fronts were 45 profile? If they are 50 on pre 1994s, thats a good result.

mutley

12-12-2009, 05:30 PM

Yeah, here you go, this thread has all the info:

http://www.nsxcb.co.uk/testvb/showthread.php?t=4234&highlight=tyre+size

Jim