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Old 03-03-2007, 03:54 PM
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Hello,

I just bought a set of ADR Spartan Rims for my 2001 2.8Q A4
Size18x8.5
Offsett 35mm
Does anyone have any suggestions for tires on that year and model car?

Thanks
Old 03-03-2007, 03:56 PM
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Default You really aren't being specific enough...

But for summer-only tires I've used both of these and they are both awesome, goodyear eagle f1 gs-d3 or michelin pilot sport ps2.
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225 40 18 good year f1 gsd3's...
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Default I too am looking for tires, Kumho Ecsta ASX still recommended?! I remember hearing a lot about them

a few months back. Looking as some online as we speak..
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Default what jew looking for? dry/wet/all season.. be more specific

and give me your cf hood.. thanks
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Default Pac1085 - How do you feel about the GS-D3s versus the PS2s?

I have GS-D3s on my summer rims right now, and I love them, although treadwear seems kind of steep and I haven't even been to any autocross events yet. I think they will last 25-30,000 mi at the most, which about makes sense for performance tires. However, after 10kmi without rotation (yes, yes, I know...slipped my mind) before switching to the winter setup, the rain evacuation sipes on the outer edge of the front tires are just about gone.
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Default Most likely all season. They will see rain and shine, but no snow, use stock 16"'s for snow.

So summer performance mostly, but they need to be pretty good in the rain. The rain is when I wreck. Paint your hood black really quick and we've got a trade!
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Default GS-D3s only last 20K miles

I go through a set every 2 years. I might try Toyo T1Rs next time for better treadlife, although the GS-D3s are great in the wet.
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2nd that, mine aare right around 20k miles and just about due for replacement
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haven't driven them enough to comment on wear but i'd say the performance is about the same


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