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Omega Help Area => Omega General Help => Topic started by: steve6367 on 02 May 2013, 12:15:35
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One specific question - does the Omega Estate have to have 'XL" tyres?
Anyone have any experience or thoughts on:
Hankook Ventus Prime 2 K115 225/55 R16 99W XL (£105 each fitted) and what is currently on the front of the car.
or
Avon ZV5 225/55 R16 95W (£97.50 each fitted)
Many thanks
Steve
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Assuming these tyre threads aren't banned ::)
If you have an estate, or regularly carry heavy loads, then it's a no brainer :y Regardless of opinion, XL tyres probably better suited to the current state of our roads as the side walls are stronger :y
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I certainly do load the thing up, boot full of wood for burner etc
So thats the Avons out then.
Steve
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If you're looking for suggestions, then try Runway Enduro 916+, 225/55/16 97W XL :y
About £65 fitted, and alot better than either price or generic tyre tests might suggest :y
If you're not, then I'll get back in my box ;D
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XL tyres have higher load rating.. first check the tyre load rating and compare to your weight.. if you frequently overload tyres it may be useful..
however, they have tendency to increase tramlining problem on some brands..
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I certainly do load the thing up, boot full of wood for burner etc
So thats the Avons out then.
Steve
they are not good tyres.. if you go for cheaper brands Kumho is a good candidate..
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If you're looking for suggestions, then try Runway Enduro 916+, 225/55/16 97W XL :y
Yep, chuck them on and you never need to visit a tyre thread again. :y
In fact.. What am I doing here? ::)
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If you're looking for suggestions, then try Runway Enduro 916+, 225/55/16 97W XL :y
Yep, chuck them on and you never need to visit a tyre thread again. :y
In fact.. What am I doing here? ::)
;D
Might as well lock your post as a Sticky in the Omega FAQ section Kevin :y then tyre threads could be banned for ever ::)
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::) here we go again.. recommending n th order tyre .. :-X
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If you're looking for suggestions, then try Runway Enduro 916+, 225/55/16 97W XL :y
Yep, chuck them on and you never need to visit a tyre thread again. :y
In fact.. What am I doing here? ::)
::) :-X
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So where can I obtain these - "Runway Enduro 916+, 225/55/16 97W XL" - quick phone around local outlets is not producing a result......
Thanks
Steve
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should ban all this stuff about tyres-all leads to arguments anyway so pointless-as covered before many times-if people can be bothered to look-I'm off before it kicks off-bye :y
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Feel free to lock / delete, if I have started something I shouldn't have - I did try some background reading by wanted to clarify the XL part which I have now done.
Thanks
Steve
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Feel free to lock / delete, if I have started something I shouldn't have - I did try some background reading by wanted to clarify the XL part which I have now done.
Thanks
Steve
relax ..we always like some banter ;D :y
ps: buy kumho's instead :y
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So where can I obtain these - "Runway Enduro 916+, 225/55/16 97W XL" - quick phone around local outlets is not producing a result......
Thanks
Steve
Try www.blackcircles.com (http://www.blackcircles.com) :y
Enter the size in the boxes on the left, click 'Show me tyres', then 'Show more tyres'
Scroll down and you'll see them on the left hand of the second row, £68.64 each, fully fitted :y
Several people here either have them fitted or have had positive experience with them on the Omega, so tried and tested in the real world on actual cars :y
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Feel free to lock / delete, if I have started something I shouldn't have - I did try some background reading by wanted to clarify the XL part which I have now done.
Thanks
Steve
relax ..we always like some banter ;D :y
ps: buy kumho's instead :y
;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Feel free to lock / delete, if I have started something I shouldn't have - I did try some background reading by wanted to clarify the XL part which I have now done.
Thanks
Steve
Fear not, Cem gets a bit excitable about tyre tests ;D
The Kuhmos offer similar performance, but the Runways cost a third less. Your money, but £120 buys alot of petrol/beer/food*
*delete as applicable
Banter is one thing, poor advice is summat else altogether ::)
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Feel free to lock / delete, if I have started something I shouldn't have - I did try some background reading by wanted to clarify the XL part which I have now done.
Thanks
Steve
Fear not, Cem gets a bit excitable about tyre tests ;D
The Kuhmos offer similar performance, but the Runways cost a third less. Your money, but £120 buys alot of petrol/beer/food*
*delete as applicable
Banter is one thing, poor advice is summat else altogether ::)
this time I agree Al ;D
recommending 40 th order tyre is one thing , recommending a tyre at first 10 is another ;D ;D :y
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ok that much joke is enough..
I personally advice you physically check the tyre .. rub your hands ,feel softness+rubber and examine the thread design +wall softness..
and push the tyre downwards and try to turn it.. and compare with other tyres.. then choose accordingly with your budget..
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So where can I obtain these - "Runway Enduro 916+, 225/55/16 97W XL" - quick phone around local outlets is not producing a result......
Thanks
Steve
Try www.blackcircles.com (http://www.blackcircles.com) :y
Enter the size in the boxes on the left, click 'Show me tyres', then 'Show more tyres'
Scroll down and you'll see them on the left hand of the second row, £68.64 each, fully fitted :y
Several people here either have them fitted or have had positive experience with them on the Omega, so tried and tested in the real world on actual cars :y
Just put two Runway Enduro 916+, 225/55/16 97W XL on the rear of our Estate - sourced locally - £68 inc VAT, fitted all in. Have used these before on both the old Elite and old Elite Estate - no issues whatsoever, recommended as a result of practical experience throughout life of tyres on two different Omegas, now on rear of third :y
HTH
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Yep, I've had a few sub-£100 a corner tyres and I'd rate the Enduros as good as any other so they are a no-brainer unless you are looking to splash out on a £120+ premium tyre.
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I use what ever i can afford at the time.
But winter tyres is another thread,that certainly fires up the banter and makes a thread go on might even draw our ex resident expert out of hidding. :)
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oh here we go ;D ;D ;D
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Still waiting, and a tyre thread with only 2 pages :-X
Wistfully thinks back to the old days ;D :D two pages would have been the opening bid..
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I've only fitted yesterday nankang noble sport xl at £65 a corner and driven derby to Stoke and back today and early days but impressed with em so far, sorr yto throw fuel on the fire ::) ::) ::)
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Still waiting, and a tyre thread with only 2 pages :-X
Wistfully thinks back to the old days ;D :D two pages would have been the opening bid..
yep ;D ;D :y
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I use what ever i can afford at the time.
But winter tyres is another thread,that certainly fires up the banter and makes a thread go on might even draw our ex resident expert out of hidding. :)
+ 1 :) Had decent part worns on the last omega £15 a corner fitted and balanced . Not for everyone but hey ho ..
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For anyone looking for Enduro 16's (XL) I've just ordered 4 from Camskill £220 delivered, for the TD estate. Despatched on day of order if before 1.00pm. A tenner each for fitting & balancing. :y
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Have had to resort to Acceleras for mine >:( There are no Enduro 245/40/18's in the UK :'(
For anyone looking for Enduro 16's (XL) I've just ordered 4 from Camskill £220 delivered, for the TD estate. Despatched on day of order if before 1.00pm. A tenner each for fitting & balancing. :y
Bloody good price that, will ultimately need 4 for tother estate (with Vectra tyres fitted ???)
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Have had to resort to Acceleras for mine >:( There are no Enduro 245/40/18's in the UK :'(
For anyone looking for Enduro 16's (XL) I've just ordered 4 from Camskill £220 delivered, for the TD estate. Despatched on day of order if before 1.00pm. A tenner each for fitting & balancing. :y
Bloody good price that, will ultimately need 4 for tother estate (with Vectra tyres fitted ??? )
well, if you and others continue to advertise it, most oofers will rush to buy it and soon you will buy it at the same price with Eagle F1 ;D
supply and demand ;)
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Have had to resort to Acceleras for mine >:( There are no Enduro 245/40/18's in the UK :'(
For anyone looking for Enduro 16's (XL) I've just ordered 4 from Camskill £220 delivered, for the TD estate. Despatched on day of order if before 1.00pm. A tenner each for fitting & balancing. :y
Bloody good price that, will ultimately need 4 for tother estate (with Vectra tyres fitted ??? )
well, if you and others continue to advertise it, most oofers will rush to buy it and soon you will buy it at the same price with Eagle F1 ;D
supply and demand ;)
Quite right Cem and this can be one of the problems of capitalism, where supply cannot keep up with demand, and so the price will rise. Now if we had a planned economy, there would be plenty of Runway Enduro's to go round at cheap prices and everyone would be happy! :)
A political tyre thread!! Now you're talking!!! ;) ;D
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Have had to resort to Acceleras for mine >:( There are no Enduro 245/40/18's in the UK :'(
For anyone looking for Enduro 16's (XL) I've just ordered 4 from Camskill £220 delivered, for the TD estate. Despatched on day of order if before 1.00pm. A tenner each for fitting & balancing. :y
Bloody good price that, will ultimately need 4 for tother estate (with Vectra tyres fitted ??? )
well, if you and others continue to advertise it, most oofers will rush to buy it and soon you will buy it at the same price with Eagle F1 ;D
supply and demand ;)
Quite right Cem and this can be one of the problems of capitalism, where supply cannot keep up with demand, and so the price will rise. Now if we had a planned economy, there would be plenty of Runway Enduro's to go round at cheap prices and everyone would be happy! :)
A political tyre thread!! Now you're talking!!! ;) ;D
as a minister I would increase the standards to Eagle F1 ;D
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A political based tyre thread now thats got to have some milage for cen and crew ;D ;)
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A political based tyre thread now thats got to have some milage for cen and crew ;D ;)
Nah :-\ C B A ;D
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http://www.blackcircles.com/ don't seem to stock Runway 235 45 17 tyres anymore :-\
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Remind me, who suggested buying them ::)
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Don't tell me they've disappeared. Just ready for a new pair on the back. ::)
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Don't tell me they've disappeared. Just ready for a new pair on the back. ::)
looks that way ;D :-\
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Try Camskill: http://www.camskill.co.uk/m54b0s312p11868/Enduro_Tyres_Car_Enduro_916%2B_Enduro_916_%2B_-_235_45R17_97W_XL_TL_
Edit: Oops, sorry, I thought you were after Enduros
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Try Camskill: http://www.camskill.co.uk/m54b0s312p11868/Enduro_Tyres_Car_Enduro_916%2B_Enduro_916_%2B_-_235_45R17_97W_XL_TL_
Edit: Oops, sorry, I thought you were after Enduros
No stock there either :-\
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I'll read it properly next time! :-[
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Try Camskill: http://www.camskill.co.uk/m54b0s312p11868/Enduro_Tyres_Car_Enduro_916%2B_Enduro_916_%2B_-_235_45R17_97W_XL_TL_
Edit: Oops, sorry, I thought you were after Enduros
No stock there either :-\
wonder what's happened was going to buy 2 :-\ have sent an email to blackcircles ..
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Try Camskill: http://www.camskill.co.uk/m54b0s312p11868/Enduro_Tyres_Car_Enduro_916%2B_Enduro_916_%2B_-_235_45R17_97W_XL_TL_
Edit: Oops, sorry, I thought you were after Enduros
No stock there either :-\
wonder what's happened was going to buy 2 :-\ have sent an email to blackcircles ..
Had problems with the tyres maybe or their so good they are selling like hot cakes ;D :-\
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Had a reply from blackcircles doesn't look good :-\
(http://i1158.photobucket.com/albums/p620/Agemo_Legend/73E49727-944A-4EB1-952D-BE956A7F02B2-3227-00000206C15DE07C_zpsf0131e70.jpg)
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Got mine just in time then - tyre place I use had them in stock :y
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Looks like accelera alpha are the only cheap tyres they have now then :-\
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plenty of F1 asym2 around ::) and worth your every penny :y
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plenty of F1 asym2 around ::) and worth your every penny :y
Tyres are on Cem then, seeing he has obviously just won the lottery :y
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plenty of F1 asym2 around ::) and worth your every penny :y
Tyres are on Cem then, seeing he has obviously just won the lottery :y
wait a bit.. I must find more cars to paint.. :-\ and obviously not for free ;D