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09-19-2006, 07:14 AM
bob, I appreciate your quick replies. I agree that the it's a joy driving the Porsche and you want to get all that you can from it.
That being said, have you stopped into a dealer or quality tire shop yet and asked them to look at your tires? You probably have more tread left than you think and unless you're driving in bad weather, they'll last you several thousand more miles. Even when you get to the wear bar, there is still tread left - you'll get a hum but that's about it.
I'm certainly not trying to talk you out of getting new tires if you WANT to get them. I'm simply making sure that you truly NEED them. Another factor to consider (and it's always a debate on PCA and rennlist) is getting the "N" rated tires. These are Porsche specific tires that have been approved for use on Porsche cars. Is there a difference betwee, "N" and non-"N" tires? I can't answer that one.
If you decide to get new rubber, make sure that the shop has the proper tools to do the job right. You don't want to deal with scratches, digs, etc. in the wheels. Also make sure that they balance the inside and outside of the wheel and put the weights on the inside of the rim.
Steve
That being said, have you stopped into a dealer or quality tire shop yet and asked them to look at your tires? You probably have more tread left than you think and unless you're driving in bad weather, they'll last you several thousand more miles. Even when you get to the wear bar, there is still tread left - you'll get a hum but that's about it.
I'm certainly not trying to talk you out of getting new tires if you WANT to get them. I'm simply making sure that you truly NEED them. Another factor to consider (and it's always a debate on PCA and rennlist) is getting the "N" rated tires. These are Porsche specific tires that have been approved for use on Porsche cars. Is there a difference betwee, "N" and non-"N" tires? I can't answer that one.
If you decide to get new rubber, make sure that the shop has the proper tools to do the job right. You don't want to deal with scratches, digs, etc. in the wheels. Also make sure that they balance the inside and outside of the wheel and put the weights on the inside of the rim.
Steve
Steve Mankowski
2003 996
2003 996