Tire recommendation for all seasons?

[HAWAIIZR-1]

Originally Posted by Aurora40

lol at the turn of events. You asked about all-season and snow performance, and are now gonna get 555's.

Yeah, after an exhaustive search that is what I wanted and not available for stock size so I am going to make due with what is available. The bottom line is I need some tires now and will just use the commuter system if I have to when the cold comes around since I really don't want to drive in that type of weather. Like I said earlier and in my subject, just wanted to see if there was anything that worked decent in all seasons if need be since they don't sell specifics tires for the purpose.

[USAFPILOT]

Originally Posted by HAWAIIZR-1

Okay, thanks. The NT05s sound great, but it seems the NT555s might be better suited for some rain if needed for my situation.

I've been caught in a TX Thunderstorm with brand new NT05's and the handling wasn't an issue nor was hydroplaning. Want me to send you some pics of the NT05's? My only caution with them is they have a lower tread wear rating and come with less tread depth to begin with as well. They will probably wear out sooner. It depends on whether you will go through the tire's life in 6 years or not. After the 6 years they should be replaced anyway.

[HAWAIIZR-1]

Originally Posted by USAFPILOT

I've been caught in a TX Thunderstorm with brand new NT05's and the handling wasn't an issue nor was hydroplaning. Want me to send you some pics of the NT05's? My only caution with them is they have a lower tread wear rating and come with less tread depth to begin with as well. They will probably wear out sooner. It depends on whether you will go through the tire's life in 6 years or not. After the 6 years they should be replaced anyway.

Thanks, you have peaked my interest with these as I did some research before pulling the trigger. I have more time as of today since I have some big time emissions issues to deal with now before I can even get tested. These NT05s sound pretty good and maybe perfect for my other set. It seems they head more towards the track/competition end and shows up as slightly better dry and slightly worse wet than the NT555 that are definitely a street designed tire for sure. Man, they sure are a nice priced performance tire and good ratings from what I saw. Thanks again!!!