Sumitomo tires - first impressions

[key_on]

Just got my Sumitomo's installed today. First impressions are very positive. They are quite smooth (for a tire of that size) and very quiet. They replaced the original Gatorbacks that had 7300 miles. I ran them up to about 85 and they were silky smooth.

Awhile back there was some discussion about whether or not the Sumitomo's were narrower than other brands. I measured the Gatorbacks sidewall to sidewall and came up with 12 1/2 inches. The Sumitomos measured 12 5/8 sidewall to sidewall. Can't comment on how they compare width wise to current offerings of other brands.

[RedSled]

Which Sumitomos are these? Thanks, K

'90 Red/Red #1383

[key_on]

Originally Posted by RedSled90

Which Sumitomos are these? Thanks, K

'90 Red/Red #1383

The are the HTRZ tires.

Pat

[bldavis11]

Originally Posted by key_on

The are the HTRZ tires.

Pat

I put a brand new set on about 2 weeks ago and agree with you. They replaced an aging set of Pilot's which were rock hard. Much quieter and much smoother ride. The car handles much better as well. If you're just sticking to the street, these are a decent bet. I haven't attempted to see how great they hook yet. My only real shot at that was when I was leaving the tire shop and I didn't want them to slip on the rims.

[buddyboy]

I agree with everything you have said about these tires. I have have had them on now for almost a year. I was quoted $417.00 each for the goodyears and the Sumitomos $109.00 each. I can burn off 4 sets of the sumitomo's to one set of goodyears.


92 ZR-1 #330 White/White