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Hi Everyone, I am in the process of replacing all four tires on my 2010 Nissan 370Z Roadster Touring. I would like to replace my current OEM set with run-flat

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Old 06-06-2013, 04:31 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Default Run-flat tires

Hi Everyone,

I am in the process of replacing all four tires on my 2010 Nissan 370Z Roadster Touring.

I would like to replace my current OEM set with run-flat tires. What brand name and model do you all recommend?

Any assistance will be greatly appreciated.

Thank you,

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Hi Everyone,

I am in the process of replacing all four tires on my 2010 Nissan 370Z Roadster Touring.

I would like to replace my current OEM set with run-flat tires. What brand name and model do you all recommend?

Any assistance will be greatly appreciated.

Thank you,

spryor
No,don't put "Run-flat" tyres,it is very heavy,can cause the car runs slower,drinks more fuel,also the ride will be even harsher due to stiff sidewall,also more expensive,that's why many BMW owners change to normal 'tubeless' tires..when their 'Run-flat' are due to change.
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No,don't put "Run-flat" tyres,it is very heavy,can cause the car runs slower,drinks more fuel,also the ride will be even harsher due to stiff sidewall,also more expensive,that's why many BMW owners change to normal 'tubeless' tires..when their 'Run-flat' are due to change.
This is all true. Most Corvette owner go with different tires when the time comes up for new ones. Not all places that change tires and wheels can or will work on them. This is coming from experience from the several Corvettes that I have owned in the Past.
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Yeah, dude, don't do run flats. My wife has them on her Mini Countryman (with a lot more sidewall) and the ride is harsher than the Z. They beat the crap out of you. I can't wait until she wears the damn things out and gets regular tires. I can't imagine them on the Z - you might as well just mount some rocks on there.

*Besides, I'm pretty sure you have to have wheels that are designed for run-flats. You can put regular tires on run flat wheels, but not the other way around.
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Just pick up a $5 plug kit from a local auto parts store. That's the only real benefit and you'd still plug run flats anyway.
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Run-flats, eh? Couple of warrants out there maybe? US Marshalls on your heels?
Run-flats aren't the answer.
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If the issue is you don't have a spare to switch to if you get a flat, you be best off getting a battery powered inflator and a repair kit to get you home.

Run flats will cost you a lot more and be uncomfortable the whole time you have them.
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If the issue is you don't have a spare to switch to if you get a flat, you be best off getting a battery powered inflator and a blow up doll to get you home.
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All,

I really appreciate your advise on whether or not to purchase run-flat tires. I will certainly stay away from them and purchase regular OEM Bridgestones, if still available for our vehicles.

Again, thank you all.

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They are but there are better tires for cheaper......
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May I ask, "Why stick with OEM tires?".
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afterall he drives a nissan versa...
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I really appreciate your advise on whether or not to purchase run-flat tires. I will certainly stay away from them and purchase regular OEM Bridgestones, if still available for our vehicles.

Again, thank you all.

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the bridgestone s-04 are dirt cheap on tire rack right now
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that would be my choice definitely.
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