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Tire question (BFG KDW)
So I have a chance to get a set of KDW tire for my car for a great price. I am checking on tire code/Mfg date
Anyway, they would be replacing Michelin Pilot sports. before I buy them I wanted to get an idea of how good the tires are.. THANKS
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Re: Tire question (BFG KDW)
Michelins are the best,IMHO. The KDW's are probably on par with a Nitto.
I have heard numerous people complain about excessive road noise with the KDW's.
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Re: Tire question (BFG KDW)
While they may exhibit a bit more road noise than other brands, i've had good luck with several set on the c5 Z06 cars.
Once there hot they stick pretty nicely. If its a good deal get them, they haven't been manufactured in atleast three years. |
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Re: Tire question (BFG KDW)
What is a good deal? Front have 500 miles rears are new
Oh 275/35-18 and 335/30-18 for my Shelby wheels
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Re: Tire question (BFG KDW)
Jeff
If I remember correctly discount tire was $550 for a set when they were blowing them out of inventory |
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Re: Tire question (BFG KDW)
For a set of 4? In stock ZR-1 sizes?
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Re: Tire question (BFG KDW)
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The last set I bought was two years ago. DT was moving out the KDW inventory as it was being discontinued. Sizes were stock Z06 sizes 265/40/17 front 295/35/18 rear 548 shipped to my door |
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Re: Tire question (BFG KDW)
Hmm deal to me is not that good.. But close.. Need to look at my current tires too
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Re: Tire question (BFG KDW)
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My first ZR had KDWs on it when I bought it. In the typical rain storm you get in May in Kentucky, these tires were downright scary. I couldn't go slow enough to feel safe. This was in 2007. Can't imagine these would be even close to the Pilot Sports.
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Re: Tire question (BFG KDW)
KDW's are great tires and reasonably priced
You do get a bit of road noise and they are more of a summer tire. Might not be that great in the rain I've had great success with Michelin PS2's but they are pricey  David |
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