Run-flat tires

spryor · 06-06-2013, 04:31 AM

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

Chan Chee Hoe · 06-06-2013, 07:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spryor

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.

God-Speed · 06-06-2013, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Chan Chee Hoe

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.

scottIN · 06-06-2013, 09:54 AM

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.

diddy535 · 06-06-2013, 09:58 AM

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.

fonzo179 · 06-06-2013, 10:09 AM

Run-flats, eh? Couple of warrants out there maybe? US Marshalls on your heels?
Run-flats aren't the answer.
Jet Pack.
That is the answer.

2011 Nismo#91 · 06-06-2013, 12:00 PM

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.

kenchan · 06-06-2013, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by 2011 Nismo#91

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.

wat??

spryor · 06-06-2013, 02:44 PM

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.

spryor

Tazicon · 06-06-2013, 03:18 PM

They are but there are better tires for cheaper......

YamahaR6 · 06-06-2013, 03:39 PM

May I ask, "Why stick with OEM tires?".

kenchan · 06-06-2013, 03:54 PM

i think it was a joke....

kenchan · 06-06-2013, 03:56 PM

afterall he drives a nissan versa...

JARblue · 06-06-2013, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by spryor

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.

spryor

the bridgestone s-04 are dirt cheap on tire rack right now

kenchan · 06-06-2013, 03:58 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

the bridgestone s-04 are dirt cheap on tire rack right now

that would be my choice definitely.

06-06-2013, 04:31 AM	#1 (permalink)
spryor Base Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Millington, TN Posts: 59 Drives: 2010 Nissan Versa Rep Power: 15	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, spryor

06-06-2013, 09:58 AM	#5 (permalink)
diddy535 Track Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 789 Drives: '09 370Z RAE 6MT Rep Power: 14	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. __________________ ( Click to show/hide ) http://www.the370z.com/members-370z-...ys-thread.html

06-06-2013, 10:09 AM	#6 (permalink)
fonzo179 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2012 Location: A Fantasy World Posts: 1,707 Drives: 2014 Audi Q5 3.0T Rep Power: 20	Run-flats, eh? Couple of warrants out there maybe? US Marshalls on your heels? Run-flats aren't the answer. Jet Pack. That is the answer. fuct and Mitco39 like this.

06-06-2013, 02:44 PM	#9 (permalink)
spryor Base Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Millington, TN Posts: 59 Drives: 2010 Nissan Versa Rep Power: 15	Thank you for your advise 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. spryor

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scottIN Track Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: New Castle, Indiana Posts: 764 Drives: '12 370Z Rep Power: 55	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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