anyone running on Continental ExtremeContact DW?

harman.khinda · 03-27-2012, 10:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by b1adesofcha0s

I bought my car used and it's only ever had all season tires on It so I can't really compare the performance to summer tires. The DWS in these sizes have been amazing though way more grip than I expected. They also worked really well in the snow. I think these are probably the optimal tire sizes for the base 18" wheels. The only issue I've had is scraping on some driveways because I'm lowered, but that is partlly because of my inexperience with driving lowered cars. I've been getting better at it and just have to come in at a Sharp angle.

To summarize, I definitely recommend the DWS tires and the 245/40/18 and 275/35/18 tire sizes for the base wheels

are there any cons for choosing a wider tire? reduced side-wall stiffness? i mean why wouldnt nissan put this size on to begin with?

cossie1600 · 03-27-2012, 10:59 PM

more road noise, reduce fuel efficiency and they just don't want to do it...

Sh0velMan · 03-28-2012, 12:09 AM

I have DW's on my Z in 255/285.

They're simply stellar.

Full Disclosure: Continental is a sponsor of mine and all, but seriously, some of the best tires I've ever had, not nearly the most expensive and lightyears ahead of the (brand new) 'Premium' Michelin Pilot Sport A/S's that were on the car when I bought it.

kenchan · 03-28-2012, 12:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Sh0velMan

I have DW's on my Z in 255/285.

They're simply stellar.

Full Disclosure: Continental is a sponsor of mine and all, but seriously, some of the best tires I've ever had, not nearly the most expensive and lightyears ahead of the (brand new) 'Premium' Michelin Pilot Sport A/S's that were on the car when I bought it.

pilot sport all seasons and DW's are 2 different classes. you'd have to compare with the DWS if comparing to the pilot a/s.

you'd have to compare with the latest pilot-supersports if DW's.

chops · 05-02-2012, 10:01 PM

sorry to bump this thread...but did anyone just change the rears? i

changed mine...and my car is super squirrelly now. the rear tends to wander at high speeds (50mph+). im on the stock yoko advan sports up front (they still have at least 5k left and dont want to change them) and i have NOT gotten an alignment. could the wheels just be off balance? im running 36 PSI cold. could it be the deep treads? ive put at least 200 miles on them and its not gotten any better

nevermind, posted without reading someone else's experience above

anyway...i guess ill wait it out. these tires scared the **** out of me!!!

ascari_2 · 06-19-2012, 02:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chops

sorry to bump this thread...but did anyone just change the rears? i

changed mine...and my car is super squirrelly now. the rear tends to wander at high speeds (50mph+). im on the stock yoko advan sports up front (they still have at least 5k left and dont want to change them) and i have NOT gotten an alignment. could the wheels just be off balance? im running 36 PSI cold. could it be the deep treads? ive put at least 200 miles on them and its not gotten any better

nevermind, posted without reading someone else's experience above

anyway...i guess ill wait it out. these tires scared the **** out of me!!!

Chops, can you give me any sort of an update on these tires? I just got a set of DWs put on my back wheels and thought the guys at Discount Tire forgot to attach the wheels once I got on the highway! These tires felt undriveable! I do have Bridgestones up front and I realize that a mismatch between tires might have some impact on performance, but I didn't think that I'd be afraid to take the car over 60mph.

Thanks

-Yuri

kenchan · 06-19-2012, 03:19 PM

^^ you need to break the tires in first. they will grip better once youre past 50miles... or do a quick burn out to rid the release lube.

nurseryboy · 06-19-2012, 03:59 PM

Agreed. Put some miles on them. When I first got mine it was scary! But as the miles went on, the grip and 'feel' got a lot better.

DIGItonium · 10-01-2012, 07:55 PM

This is going to sound silly, but my front Hankooks are really bald on the inside. There's not enough tread to rotate the front tires so I ordered a pair of 256/35 DWs. It'll be the first time trying out a different brand. It sounds silly because my rear 305/30 Hankooks still have decent tread left and it hasn't been a year yet.

I notice the reviews are a bit better than the Hankook tires, but I'm a bit concerned about the softer sidewall. How's cornering capability compared to OEM and Hankook? Also, any of you guys able to compare treadwear? Overall price is just a tad higher than Hankook. Since it is a daily driven turbo car I want to make sure there are no surprises when I'm making a turn without getting accustomed to the new tires. So far it seems like I'll burn up 2 sets of rear tires before replacing the fronts.

Astrosfan · 10-18-2012, 12:26 PM

I think ive decided to go with the DWs after reading these reviews and others on this site.

I have the sport package 19"s

so.... the OEM specs for the tires are as follows:
245/40/19
275/35/19

id like a little more grip but i dont want to get too far away from stock. whats a good recommendation that will keep me 'almost' stock

Astrosfan · 10-18-2012, 01:16 PM

^^ oh, and no drop, no spacers, all stock. I really dont want to make the car look any taller than it is now. Id love a swift drop but the roads here already hate me

Astrosfan · 10-19-2012, 10:06 AM

Can anyone point me to a link where i can see what width tires will fir without rubbing on stock 19s?

or help me out with some recommendations?

I really need to get these tires ordered today, im starting to see the metal belts on the fronts.

thanks!

b1adesofcha0s · 10-19-2012, 10:18 AM

I think a lot of people run 265/285 on the sport wheels with no issues. That should get you some more grip without being too far from stock.

Astrosfan · 10-19-2012, 10:48 AM

it looks like the DWs come in 255/40 and 285/35

Will i maintain the proper aspect ratio with this setup?

DIGItonium · 10-19-2012, 02:25 PM

2.25mm difference in tire height... not too bad.

I started with 255/35 & 285/35, then to 275/35 & 305/30, and currently 265/35 & 305/30. Conti doesn't have 305/30, so I may step down to 285/35.

03-28-2012, 12:09 AM	#63 (permalink)
Sh0velMan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Dallas/Ft.Worth Posts: 3,349 Drives: Noisily. Rep Power: 20	I have DW's on my Z in 255/285. They're simply stellar. Full Disclosure: Continental is a sponsor of mine and all, but seriously, some of the best tires I've ever had, not nearly the most expensive and lightyears ahead of the (brand new) 'Premium' Michelin Pilot Sport A/S's that were on the car when I bought it. __________________ Buy My Car! \| Build Thread

10-01-2012, 07:55 PM	#69 (permalink)
DIGItonium A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Kansas Posts: 3,800 Drives: 09 Z34-TT 6MT Rep Power: 42	This is going to sound silly, but my front Hankooks are really bald on the inside. There's not enough tread to rotate the front tires so I ordered a pair of 256/35 DWs. It'll be the first time trying out a different brand. It sounds silly because my rear 305/30 Hankooks still have decent tread left and it hasn't been a year yet. I notice the reviews are a bit better than the Hankook tires, but I'm a bit concerned about the softer sidewall. How's cornering capability compared to OEM and Hankook? Also, any of you guys able to compare treadwear? Overall price is just a tad higher than Hankook. Since it is a daily driven turbo car I want to make sure there are no surprises when I'm making a turn without getting accustomed to the new tires. So far it seems like I'll burn up 2 sets of rear tires before replacing the fronts. __________________

10-19-2012, 10:18 AM	#73 (permalink)
b1adesofcha0s A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: MD Posts: 40,963 Drives: HypeTrain Choo Choo! Rep Power: 141	I think a lot of people run 265/285 on the sport wheels with no issues. That should get you some more grip without being too far from stock. __________________ Project: b1adeZmobile (2009 370Z) \| Uprev Tune by AAM Competition \| Berk Exhaust Project: b1adeZmobile 2.0 (2014 C7 Z51) \| Corsa Xtreme Exhaust

10-19-2012, 02:25 PM	#75 (permalink)
DIGItonium A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Kansas Posts: 3,800 Drives: 09 Z34-TT 6MT Rep Power: 42	2.25mm difference in tire height... not too bad. I started with 255/35 & 285/35, then to 275/35 & 305/30, and currently 265/35 & 305/30. Conti doesn't have 305/30, so I may step down to 285/35. __________________

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Astrosfan Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: houston, TX Posts: 427 Drives: 09 370z PG Sport Rep Power: 15	^^ oh, and no drop, no spacers, all stock. I really dont want to make the car look any taller than it is now. Id love a swift drop but the roads here already hate me

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Astrosfan Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: houston, TX Posts: 427 Drives: 09 370z PG Sport Rep Power: 15	Can anyone point me to a link where i can see what width tires will fir without rubbing on stock 19s? or help me out with some recommendations? I really need to get these tires ordered today, im starting to see the metal belts on the fronts. thanks!

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Astrosfan Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: houston, TX Posts: 427 Drives: 09 370z PG Sport Rep Power: 15	it looks like the DWs come in 255/40 and 285/35 Will i maintain the proper aspect ratio with this setup?