Just put new Michelin Pilot Sport A/S tires on my Maxima
#1
Just put new Michelin Pilot Sport A/S tires on my '03 Maxima
The OEM Blowtenzas were overly worn on the front and just enough on the rear to warrant new tires.
I'm really pleased with these tires so far. Much better than the crap Nissan provided when I bought the car.
I'm really pleased with these tires so far. Much better than the crap Nissan provided when I bought the car.
#2
Where did you buy them and how much? I have 23k on the Crapenzas and was planning on getting Pilot Sports. My tires just keep spinning on hard acceleration. How is the grip from a dead stop? I bet the handling is great. Look forward to your updates.
#5
Yeah I am interested in finding out where you bought those Michelin tires too. I have about 46,000 miles and I am planning to get new tires soon. I heard a lot of good things about the Michelin Pilot Sport A/S and I am thinking of getting some for my car.
#11
I have Nitto 450's. They are great on dry, but there is problem if you want to peel off. Not that I want to, but once in a while you want to race that damn mustang. However, they suck on snow, the worst imaginable traction. Same on wet condition, wheels will spin from the stop, and they won't even spin, but wobble, meaning the whole front will jump, cause they grip and then let go. Anyone else had this problem with Nitto's? I know they were cheap, $109 a piece.
Thanks
Thanks
#13
i went with the pilot sport a/s in 235/50/17 for my replacements @ about 18k. they were a great tire in every weather condition i could throw at them. my only complaint was the price and i got them for 180 each plus tax and some free luggage through sears a while back. i replaced them with nitto 555 and i feel as they are just in every condition. they run about 115 a piece shipped with no tax. i loved the a/s but in my case i found a better bargain without giving up anything.
#14
Originally Posted by mattattax
I just got some Falken 512s and they are great so far. I've had the Pilot sprts before and can tell you that anyone who gets them will not be disappointed. I just couldn't afford them this round.
#15
Originally Posted by Redstone
Yeah I am interested in finding out where you bought those Michelin tires too. I have about 46,000 miles and I am planning to get new tires soon. I heard a lot of good things about the Michelin Pilot Sport A/S and I am thinking of getting some for my car.
I bought them from Tire Rack for $196 each. They are expensive tires but Tire Rack was the best price I found. They drop shipped the tires to a local installer and I went over there yesterday to have them installed.
I also had the car aligned. The handling is better than it was when I drove the car off the dealer's lot. I'm very pleased with it. I haven't tried to spin the tires but I can tell that the car is much more responsive now.
#16
Originally Posted by scopium
honestly.. i've gone through many tires.. and the best one so far is the Falken 451
they last forever,, and has awsome traction.. i try to spin them but they grab like pitbull claws..
i've had 2 screws go in the tire and still did not flatten the tire
they last forever,, and has awsome traction.. i try to spin them but they grab like pitbull claws..
i've had 2 screws go in the tire and still did not flatten the tire
#19
Originally Posted by scopium
115s are a bit quiter than the 451.. and a bit "softer"
#20
Originally Posted by TheBigDu
How's the ride quality (feel and sound) with the Pilots?
#23
i love my Pilots... they are getting old and worn tho.. i already have close to 30k on them.. i can feel the decrease in performance.. i have no idea if i can afford another set.. it was close to 900 for a WHOLE SET
#25
Friday I got the BFGoodrich Traction T/A's for my max and so far I like them a lot. MUCH more quiet than the Yokohama AVS ES's that were on my car when I bought it. I haven't been on any curvy roads yet, but the acceleration traction is great. TireRack has them for $116 each.
#27
Originally Posted by GBAUER
Mine were about a grand for all four with install, balance, and alignment. I had to work an extra three hours to make that!
where do you work? and can u get me a job there??? j/k
#28
i have two Michelin Pilot sport ps2 for sale in tire forum:
if anybody is interested
http://forums.maxima.org/showthread.php?t=369663
Nick
if anybody is interested
http://forums.maxima.org/showthread.php?t=369663
Nick
#31
Where are you shopping that they are $200+ each? That's only if you have 18's or 19's. Not only that, but if you buy the summer tires, they are $25+ cheaper than the all-seasons. Yes they are more expensive than some of the other tires mentioned here, but they are a quality tire that will not dissappoint you. When it comes to tires, or anything regarding safety, I'd rather not screw around and buy something just because it's a good deal. That's the type of tires that were on my car when I bought it. The handled like absolute crap. The tire would slip considerably in the rain. The pilots handle amazingly well, especially in the rain. I've driven through medium size puddles that used to cause some hydroplaning. Nothing whatsoever with the pilots. It's like driving on a dry road.
#32
Been to all the local tire shops, including Mavis, STS, Pep boys. I agree the safety buffer is not something I will sacrifice, but from around here, $200+ for each 17" tire is a joke. Can You point me to the source of where you purchased your Pilots from?
BTW- I'd def need All season tires here on the northeast.
BTW- I'd def need All season tires here on the northeast.
Originally Posted by schmatt
Where are you shopping that they are $200+ each? That's only if you have 18's or 19's. Not only that, but if you buy the summer tires, they are $25+ cheaper than the all-seasons. Yes they are more expensive than some of the other tires mentioned here, but they are a quality tire that will not dissappoint you. When it comes to tires, or anything regarding safety, I'd rather not screw around and buy something just because it's a good deal. That's the type of tires that were on my car when I bought it. The handled like absolute crap. The tire would slip considerably in the rain. The pilots handle amazingly well, especially in the rain. I've driven through medium size puddles that used to cause some hydroplaning. Nothing whatsoever with the pilots. It's like driving on a dry road.
#36
I recently put on the Pilot Sport A/S tires (225/50Z17). Final cost from Sullivan Tire was $144.67 per tire. They had a special buy 4 tires get one free, then a Good Year rebate of $70 for opening a credit acct, and there was a $70 rebate on the tires themselves. Felt I got a good deal. I love the way the tires look and perform.
#37
thats the best deal i have ever seen....
i wish mine cost that much
you get what you pay for guys.. if u find soemthign u liek then buy it.. u find soemthign better in value then buy it..
so the tires cost and arm and a leg.. just remeber.. the tires are the only thing between ur car and the road... and i trust the pilots fully
i wish mine cost that much
you get what you pay for guys.. if u find soemthign u liek then buy it.. u find soemthign better in value then buy it..
so the tires cost and arm and a leg.. just remeber.. the tires are the only thing between ur car and the road... and i trust the pilots fully
#39
ebay has it for sufficiently less than the prices listed above. but i think they are slightly used. anyone disapprove of USED tires? lemme know because they are a lot cheaper. but if it's a bad idea i'm going for new pilots.