Toyo's or Pirelli's?

Discussion in 'Rims and Tires' started by rsmeanie, Apr 7, 2008.

  1. rsmeanie

    rsmeanie TroubleMaker

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    I'm currently running Toyo Proxes4's on 20's on my SRT. I'm thinking about going to 22's and I have a choice of tire.

    #1 Toyo Proxies4 265/30-22 front and 285/30-22 rear

    #2 Pirelli Scorpion Zero Asimmetrico 265/35-22 front and 295/30-22 rear

    I love my current Toyos but they don't make a 265/35, only a 265/30 so the front may look a little small. The Pirelli's are an SUV tire and I'm concerned that they will ride pretty harsh. Any of you guys have any experience with either or both? Opinions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
     
  2. Bud

    Bud GG EVO IX MR

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    MotherMopar The One, The Only... MOMO

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    Johns car looks BADASS, and as far as I know, he has zero complaints with the V tire in that size.
     
  4. rsmeanie

    rsmeanie TroubleMaker

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    What are you guys trying to do to me?!?! 3 choices? :towel: Those Vred's are hot!! How much approx?
     
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    rsmeanie TroubleMaker

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    Bump. No has any opinions on the Toyo's or Pirelli's? I'm also still trying to find pricing on the V's. Looks like I just missed a group buy on the "other site"
     
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    SilvaSurfer SRT-8 Driver

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    I would go with the Toyo's unless you can get the Vredestein Ultrac Sessanta for a better price....
     
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    Bud GG EVO IX MR

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    You can say SRT8OC.com over here....no one gives a shiite!!! LOL

    I purchased my Vredestein Ultrac Sessanta SUV Tyres from Auto Fleet Sales (AFS) up in Canoga Park, CA. (818) 340-9450. I think I paid $808 shipped to my door for four. A few other folks have received theirs from Fairmount Tire and Rubber Inc out of L.A.(323-750-2840) for around $150 a tire...not sure about shipping cost. I'm not sure how much John paid for his 22's. Good luck...you'll love the tire if you get them!
     
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    Bud GG EVO IX MR

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    Why...you wouldn't pay a little more for a better tire? Seriously. The V's ARE a better performance tire and much quieter tire...fact...not personal preference!
     
  9. rsmeanie

    rsmeanie TroubleMaker

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    Thanks for the info. I'll give those guys a call tomorrow. Too bad they're both in Cali, I'll have to pay sales tax. Stefan from the group buy got back to me today. $890 shipped for staggered 22's . Not bad. The Pirelli's and Toyo's were both about $1100 but that was mounted and balanced too.
     
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    sdcarguy A bit off

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    I paid 775 for the Vs in 265/35 and 295/30 but that was before they got hot...and i love them. They are very similar in feel to my 20 inch invos that I have on my powder coated set. Also Ralph aka Mol is running the toyos in 265/30 285/30 and he loves them.
     
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