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Service Advisors were not that bright apparently seeing the outrageous number of wheel cracks and the stiff ride on RFTs... The statement about the RFT protecting the wheel better is just plain stupid.
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Believe your BMW Advisor if you like I can tell you it is a bunch of BS. The RFT is the most idiotic change BMW has ever made. I my opinion it is a money making situation.
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The chalk test I found to be the most reliable way to determine the correct air pressure on any tire RFT or non-RFT. Tire manufacturer's will only give you a maximum safe PSI, auto manufacturer's will give an approximate PSI based on the many possible tires a given model may have available. By doing a simple chalk test you will insure you have even wear across the tire and have the maxium contact patch on the road. I am currently at 35psi front and 36psi rear. No issues with the TPMS system. |
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I further recommend that you keep an eye on your air pressure. As you know with the RFT you cannot tell by looking at it if the pressure is low or not due to the stiffer side wall. I check my pressure on all 4 wheels weekly always on Monday morning and find that I have to adjust each and every tire by 3 to 4 PSI up. For some reason unknown to me there is a slight pressure loss. I assume if this is left unattended it cannot be good for the RFT in my opinion. Perhaps I am over cautious however having lost 2 rear wheels after driving this car for 18,000 KM to cracks steers a guy in that direction. I am not trying to be a wise guy here, just sharing facts.
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^ what he said. I'd start with the BMW recommended pressure and work my way up (not down) from there.
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BMW's reccommended pressure is for a RFT and has no bearing on non-RFT tires. The chalk test is accurate. I am also not running the stock tire size. If these were track tires I would use a pyrometer and take three readings per tire. That won't work with street rubber so the chalk test is how I set the pressure on all my vehicles.
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Hey Silver, (or anyone), I think I am going to put Conti Extreme DW's on. If I go 275 30-19 in the rear, what do you suggest in front, still 235's? The guys at the performance center give high marks to the Continentals. Talked with Steve Dinan at Road Atlanta and he said Michelin PS2's. Thoughts? Thanks
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Plug in the numbers what you have now and what you plan to use as tire size, it will then tell you what changes you can expect in clearances. As for the tire make, I've run Michelin on my M3 for 4 years they served me well (winter and summer tires - I plan to do the same on my Z4 for the summer tires as soon as I worn out the RFT, my winter tires will be Non-RFT) I will get the Pilot Alpin PA3 for my 18x8 winter set Read about this tire here
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Thanks so much for the input.
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While the DW might not be able to match the pinnacle PS2's they are also a lot cheaper. $185 vs. $330 for a 235/20/19. In addition they have a higher tread wear rating (340 vs. 220) and come with a 1 year manufacturer road hazard warranty.
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I knew of a big price difference but I got a good deal on my PS2s and on 18" the DW were "only" 22% cheaper for the whole set ($990 Vs $788 shipped) so I went with what I knew.
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I am running 36 in the front and 39 in the rear. Very happy with my Yokohama A/S ENVigor tires, OEM sizes. Absolutely no problems with the OEM TPM sensors.
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DW are easier to find than DWS it seems. DW 235/35/19 can be had from Tirerack right now.
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If you are in IL, you will need the tread compound found in the DWS if you want to drive all year round.
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Thanks for the replies.
DWS are cheaper...but is the DWS sacrificing in terms or performance and handling over the DW? I don't really plan on driving this car in the winter...it's brutal here during winter. ugh. |
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We have had the DW set for about 1 month and my wife instantly noticed how awesome they were over the RFTs (me too). As for the difference, the DW is more of a true sport tire whereas the DWS gives up a little dry traction for a little better wet/cold ability (at least that is what I have read). The DW is an awesome handling tire that is comfortable and nearly silent; it receives rave reviews from everyone. So, get the DW over the DWS if you are not going to drive it in constant wet or light snow/ice. The DW also has the benefit of being virtually silent on the road and very comfy over rough pavement. Although, newer tires are always more quiet than the old ones you just tossed. The PS2 is a better track tire than the DW but it is louder and harder on the road - I have had PS2s and they are great performing tires, just a little harder riding and a little louder. The PS2 is a "better" track/aggressive tire over the DW but JUST BARELY and the price difference sold me. Plus, we never track or race the car.
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If you want insights about the DWS talk to Silver-Bolt. He has them on right now. I'm waiting for my 225's DWS to come in from Tirerack. I'll be running 225 front 275 rear DWS hopefully by this weekend. Trying to get 235 DWS is near impossible right now. They are back ordered everywhere and Continental hasn't released a new production date so it might be a while before they'll be available again. I'm with Vintage... if you don't intend to drive the car when temps are below 45 then go with the DW.
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