Good to know as that's what I picked up for the OEM rims to replace my stockers. I have 37K on the clock and they are bald. I'll run the new weatheractive's for my winter set and picked up a set of Lexani LX twenty's for my summer 22inch rims. Purchased all 8 tires for less than you can get a set of 4 factory replacements
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Almost time to replace 21" Pirellis any recommendation?
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Oh good stuff. Thanks for the recommendation on that size. I'm at 16k and my tires are nearly bald. Terrible life on these stock 21" tires. Gotta see if my local tire shop has these in stock.
Would you say the 295/40 will have better grip over the stock tires with the Lionharts? These tires break loose pretty easily before the fronts kick in for traction.
Would you say the 295/40 will have better grip over the stock tires with the Lionharts? These tires break loose pretty easily before the fronts kick in for traction.
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Yeah my shop didn't have them in stock. They ordered them and will have them in about 6 days unfortunately. $780 installed. Probably a little more expensive then ordering through Simple Tire and finding a place to mount and balance but no biggie on the price difference.
Thanks again for the recommendation. I was considering buying a set of wheels and tires lol. Luckily I didn't get another set of wheels as I already have 4 other sets of wheels laying around for the other cars
Thanks again for the recommendation. I was considering buying a set of wheels and tires lol. Luckily I didn't get another set of wheels as I already have 4 other sets of wheels laying around for the other cars
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I second the Pirelli WeatherActive's. I just put them on a week ago and then got to drive in some serious downpouring rain. As I was about to roll over standing water at highway speeds I found myself getting ready to deal with some hydroplaning that used to happen with the OEM Pirellis but it never came. The WeatherActives handled it great! It was rock solid in the heavy rain. looks like they'll also be better in MN winters as well, but I have Michelin X-ice's for that 
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I second the Pirelli WeatherActive's. I just put them on a week ago and then got to drive in some serious downpouring rain. As I was about to roll over standing water at highway speeds I found myself getting ready to deal with some hydroplaning that used to happen with the OEM Pirellis but it never came. The WeatherActives handled it great! It was rock solid in the heavy rain. looks like they'll also be better in MN winters as well, but I have Michelin X-ice's for that
Little late to this party.
But, Simpletire is awesome. Got these LH's for right around $700 total - installed a few months ago. I went with the 295/40/21 size on my stock 21s...here is how they look. Also - they ride well and you will get a little wheel spin if you spool up (anything past 2.2K for dig). I don't like (tire) roll...they have a bit of that so I may go higher psi on them. The tires feel great though!
But, Simpletire is awesome. Got these LH's for right around $700 total - installed a few months ago. I went with the 295/40/21 size on my stock 21s...here is how they look. Also - they ride well and you will get a little wheel spin if you spool up (anything past 2.2K for dig). I don't like (tire) roll...they have a bit of that so I may go higher psi on them. The tires feel great though!
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Thanks for the recommendations - will be trying these. Just Ordered 4x LionHart 295/40/21 mobile installer will be here on 8/2 for install. I also agree with many here, more expensive tires doesn't necessarily mean better tire, performance, comfort and so forth. I've also spent thousands on tires during my lifetime to find most times less expensive tires perform the same if not better.
The stock 21" Pirelli Scorpions were not great, just OK.
BTW - I was caught slipping and forgot to remove the metal caps from my air valves and they fused had to pull out the good-ole dremel to cut her loose. Funny how things can fuse in less that 45 days.
The stock 21" Pirelli Scorpions were not great, just OK.
BTW - I was caught slipping and forgot to remove the metal caps from my air valves and they fused had to pull out the good-ole dremel to cut her loose. Funny how things can fuse in less that 45 days.
@UNBROKEN I appreciate your research and vetting on the LionHart. I finally had them installed and couldn't be happier, skeptical at first but overall i'm happy with the purchase. Tires are surprisingly quiet, perform well in the rain, and balanced really nicely on the machine.
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