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MidwestGolfBum · 11-25-2013, 11:22 AM

4 of these bad boys while they still had what little promo they give... Now to wait out the cold months...

NemesisX · 11-25-2013, 12:16 PM

^ speaking of tires what's the consensus on the "best" pair of sports michelins out there? PS2s? PS3s? pilot super sports?

Normally I've been operating under the (perhaps) naive assumption that the more expensive the tire, the better. Or, all things being equal the higher the number the better (i.e. PS3 > PS2)

I've gone through 3 pairs of PS2s which have run me about $380/tire if I recall correctly. Actually it's not 3 full pairs because my fronts lasted me for 2 sets of tears, but anyways.

I've noticed that the pilot super sports are cheaper than $380/tire. How do they compare?

Mr Tonka · 11-25-2013, 12:21 PM

I was a PS2 snob and my buddy talked me into the new Pilot Super Sports. In my opinion, they don't compare to the PS2s for grip. PS2s would have loads of grip until about 2/3 the way through their life. The Super Sports were breaking loose just a month or two after putting them on. My past PS2s had the same amount of grip when i took them off of the car as my 3 month old Super Sports do right now. Quite disappointed. They are supposed to last longer, but i can't speak to that yet.

If you want max grip, i'd stick with the PS2 maybe try the PS3s.

LACSTER · 11-25-2013, 12:48 PM

New set of 20" Forgestar Super Deep F14's for my F10

MidwestGolfBum · 11-25-2013, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by NemesisX

^ speaking of tires what's the consensus on the "best" pair of sports michelins out there? PS2s? PS3s? pilot super sports?

Normally I've been operating under the (perhaps) naive assumption that the more expensive the tire, the better. Or, all things being equal the higher the number the better (i.e. PS3 > PS2)

I've gone through 3 pairs of PS2s which have run me about $380/tire if I recall correctly. Actually it's not 3 full pairs because my fronts lasted me for 2 sets of tears, but anyways.

I've noticed that the pilot super sports are cheaper than $380/tire. How do they compare?

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Originally Posted by Mr Tonka

I was a PS2 snob and my buddy talked me into the new Pilot Super Sports. In my opinion, they don't compare to the PS2s for grip. PS2s would have loads of grip until about 2/3 the way through their life. The Super Sports were breaking loose just a month or two after putting them on. My past PS2s had the same amount of grip when i took them off of the car as my 3 month old Super Sports do right now. Quite disappointed. They are supposed to last longer, but i can't speak to that yet.

If you want max grip, i'd stick with the PS2 maybe try the PS3s.

Tonka pretty much sumed it up. Because I almost daily the 335 in the summer, I put the "cheap" rubber on that and get some performance while having a longer life out of the tire. I have had PS2s on my M3 before and they do have substantially better grip, but less tread life, but as that rarely gets taken out for just a commute anymore, I put some 888s on that.

Mr Tonka · 11-25-2013, 04:46 PM

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Originally Posted by MidwestGolfBum

Tonka pretty much sumed it up. Because I almost daily the 335 in the summer, I put the "cheap" rubber on that and get some performance while having a longer life out of the tire. I have had PS2s on my M3 before and they do have substantially better grip, but less tread life, but as that rarely gets taken out for just a commute anymore, I put some 888s on that.

If i sound bitter its because my buddy, (who owns the tire shop) told me that they perform better than the PS2s, with longer life, for less money.

I'm betting that bitch got a kick back or something from his supplier.

MidwestGolfBum · 11-25-2013, 04:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr Tonka

If i sound bitter its because my buddy, (who owns the tire shop) told me that they perform better than the PS2s, with longer life, for less money.

I'm betting that bitch got a kick back or something from his supplier.

I agree completely with you, the PSS does NOT perform like the PS2 does. If you are looking for flat out performance, the PS2 is what you are looking for between the two, if you want more longevity, the PSS is a better pick.

Crimson92 · 11-25-2013, 04:58 PM

Samsung 65inch LED

PS4 and Xbone

NemesisX · 11-25-2013, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr Tonka

I was a PS2 snob and my buddy talked me into the new Pilot Super Sports. In my opinion, they don't compare to the PS2s for grip. PS2s would have loads of grip until about 2/3 the way through their life. The Super Sports were breaking loose just a month or two after putting them on. My past PS2s had the same amount of grip when i took them off of the car as my 3 month old Super Sports do right now. Quite disappointed. They are supposed to last longer, but i can't speak to that yet.

If you want max grip, i'd stick with the PS2 maybe try the PS3s.

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Originally Posted by MidwestGolfBum

I agree completely with you, the PSS does NOT perform like the PS2 does. If you are looking for flat out performance, the PS2 is what you are looking for between the two, if you want more longevity, the PSS is a better pick.

Nice, this is very helpful. I'm not looking for the absolute best performance anymore. And, as you guys alluded to the treadwear on the PS2s are absolutely atrocious.

I'll probably just try the PSS for my next set of tires. Living in Texas, we don't really see any snow so I'm primarily concerned with dry and wet traction between 40 and 100 Fahrenheit, although I've driven my car (gingerly) at sub-freezing temperatures before with no issues.

Vervain · 11-25-2013, 06:18 PM

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Samsung 65inch LED

PS4 and Xbone

Why both? Cool purchase though

Vervain · 11-25-2013, 06:22 PM

Best phone I've ever used hands down..

CPWINCH · 11-25-2013, 06:41 PM

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Marijuana is legal for medicinal use in 20 states. It's completely legal in 2 states.

it looks frosty so my assumption was it was from cali. It may be legal other places but definitely not as good

My335iTT · 11-25-2013, 08:16 PM

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Why both? Cool purchase though

Why not?

Crimson92 · 11-25-2013, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Anodite10

Why both? Cool purchase though

I prefer the xbox, but I realize there are exclusives that wont make it on xbox.

ybbiz34 · 11-26-2013, 01:30 AM

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Best phone I've ever used hands down..

Nice! I just picked up the 5s myself. Very impressed with it thus far.

Then again, it replaced an iPhone 4 . . .

Billup · 11-26-2013, 07:54 AM

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it looks frosty so my assumption was it was from cali. It may be legal other places but definitely not as good

I have my medical card for to go to dispensaries in MI. Obviously you can get top notch from Cali, but there are a lot of high quality strains that are grown indoors as well. I've gotten some pretty gnarly stuff in the city, to say the least. Chem dog, Purple Urkle, Afghans, Train Wreck, White Widow, etc.

Vervain · 11-26-2013, 09:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Crimson92

I prefer the xbox, but I realize there are exclusives that wont make it on xbox.

The best of both worlds, wow! Have fun gaming..

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Originally Posted by ybbiz34

Nice! I just picked up the 5s myself. Very impressed with it thus far.

Then again, it replaced an iPhone 4 . . .

Yeah it's really nice and looks amazing, especially in gold! I have a work-phone Galaxy S4 and I am less than impressed with it. I'm bored of the whole Android experience, but for now Apple has got all my attention..

Litos · 11-26-2013, 02:11 PM

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I've gotten some pretty gnarly stuff in the city, to say the least. Chem dog, Purple Urkle, Afghans, Train Wreck, White Widow, etc.

"...that's cute..."

sincerely,
Walter White

06E90Rostik · 11-26-2013, 02:54 PM

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Orange beats for the gym

Oh you are that guy in the gym with beanie/hood, beats and a gallon of water

bmw325i · 11-26-2013, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by CPWINCH

it looks frosty so my assumption was it was from cali. It may be legal other places but definitely not as good

It is medicinal quality, but not from Cali.

Sara · 11-26-2013, 06:09 PM

I bought 50 lbs of sod thats sitting in my trunk.

Give_Em_The_DD · 11-26-2013, 11:46 PM

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NemesisX Captain 317 Rep 905 Posts Drives: '19 Infiniti Q60S Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: TX iTrader: (0)	^ speaking of tires what's the consensus on the "best" pair of sports michelins out there? PS2s? PS3s? pilot super sports? Normally I've been operating under the (perhaps) naive assumption that the more expensive the tire, the better. Or, all things being equal the higher the number the better (i.e. PS3 > PS2) I've gone through 3 pairs of PS2s which have run me about $380/tire if I recall correctly. Actually it's not 3 full pairs because my fronts lasted me for 2 sets of tears, but anyways. I've noticed that the pilot super sports are cheaper than $380/tire. How do they compare?
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Mr Tonka is probably out riding. 6058 Rep 2,294 Posts Drives: Something Italian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Sweatypeninsula iTrader: (0)	I was a PS2 snob and my buddy talked me into the new Pilot Super Sports. In my opinion, they don't compare to the PS2s for grip. PS2s would have loads of grip until about 2/3 the way through their life. The Super Sports were breaking loose just a month or two after putting them on. My past PS2s had the same amount of grip when i took them off of the car as my 3 month old Super Sports do right now. Quite disappointed. They are supposed to last longer, but i can't speak to that yet. If you want max grip, i'd stick with the PS2 maybe try the PS3s. __________________ "There is no greater tyranny than that which is perpetrated under the shield of the law and in the name of justice. -Charles de Secondat" Last edited by Mr Tonka; 11-25-2013 at 01:09 PM..
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