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Regarding the thiner look, I have seen that every tire brand looks different even if they are same size, for example OEM Dunlop's (IMO) look way wider and better than Bridgestone's, but they don't last as long as the Bridgestone's is a treadware matter.
As for the noise when turning, that is very weird and frustrating at the same time, hope is just a easy to fix issue. Last week, I bought an almost new set of OEM Bridgestone's RFT's from someone that switched to 21's, so I have tires for a long time, Toyo's are not an option anymore Good luck and send us a feedback on your findings
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Sorry to hear that you are having rubbing issues with the new tires. Hopefully they are not being cut into at all and ruining the tire.
I have had quite a few sets of tires on my past BMW's from Toyo Proxes, stock runflats, Hankook Evo's and Michelin PSS's. I really enjoyed the Michelin PSS's, but wouldn't spend the money for them again for my X6. I too would go with the Conti DWS. A bunch of friends have them and swear by them. They are a great looking tire, preform well and carry a reasonable price tag. You will notice a better overall ride when moving away from run flats. I would highly recommend it. Living in Jersey, I currently have two set of wheels/tires. A winter and summer set. It is not entirely necessary BUT it is very nice keeping my stock 20's fresh and clean from road salt and winter grime during the winter months. Swapping them out doesn't take too long if you have a jack and impact drill. As far as the person who asked about the TPMS, you will not need to buy new ones. They are pretty much connected and held into your wheels by you air valve steam. Taking the tires off and mounting new tires will not have an effect on your TPMS unless there is a leak in the tire, which will cause the light to come on your dash. Best of luck with the rubbing and hope you get it resolved. |
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I found that UTQG (treadware) of the Continental ExtremeContact DWS is 540 AA
So how is the ride with such a high number? In my poor knowledge, this tire must be very rigid, is the grip compromised in wet conditions?
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I'm getting mine put on later this week, so I'll chime in with a few firsthand thoughts once that happens.
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Also, this number is a tread wear indicator, not a ride quality indicator. The sidewall stiffness has more impact than UTQG DWS, means Dry, Wet, Snow. It's an excellent wet weather tire, and one of the best all-season tires in the snow. It's an above average performer when dry. Don't have snow, see if there is a Continental DW in your size.
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Thanks for your explanation!
I know it does not mean ride quality indicator, but a stiffer tire can give a more hursh drive than a softer one? As far as I understand, a high treadware number is has a stiffer rubber which translates to more durability in terms of miles driven, and low number translates in better grip but less durability.
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You should not use that number for any basis of harder or softer. Again, the testing system is flawed, and open to interpretation by the manufacturer. If that number has any real validity, its for comparing against other tires from the same manufacturer. That way the testing is at least similar across models.
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Had a OEM Bridgestone RFTs on my X5M. They were already balding at 14K miles and started to become noisy. I replaced them at 18K because they were so bald and were very noisy. I had to wait 4 months to decide if I should get OEMs or DWS but in the end, I decided to get DWS because my 5 series is also running them and have good experience. No complaints with the DWS - felt like driving a new car again. My criteria for a new tire 1) quiet 2) comfy 3) should last 20K or more miles (I think the DWS should last me 50K miles).
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I came from the DWS and these are better, though they both perform very well. |
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Did you get them put on yet?
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Yep. I've had them on about a week now, and love them.
They have a great, solid feel without being squishy, or too harsh on less than perfect roads. I wouldn't hesitate to buy them again, or recommend them to others.
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