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Old Feb 19, 2009 | 03:22 PM
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Hey guys I need help deciding on new tires.. I'm trying to decide between the Kuhmo ASX or the BF Goodrich Super Sport A/S.. I have the ASX 's on hold and the BF Goodrich's would be a day's wait which is no problem.. any help would be appreciated please.
Old Feb 19, 2009 | 06:08 PM
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Between those 2 choices, I'd go with BFG, no question.
Old Feb 19, 2009 | 09:54 PM
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It really depends on how much $crill you want to pay. If you're on a budget, go with the Kumhos.
If you can afford a better tire, go with the BFGs. Both tires are good.
Old Feb 20, 2009 | 12:55 AM
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i just got the kumho asxs and they're def worth the money
anything is better than the stockies. I have so much more traction in all conditions so if you're on a tight budget you can't go wrong with the kumhos.
Old Feb 20, 2009 | 01:03 AM
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I think the kumho's are the best bang for the buck. They have a slightly better tread wear rating and they are like $30 cheaper.
Old Feb 20, 2009 | 01:47 AM
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Id say go for BFG. They are a more reliable brand than Kumho, and are made by Michelin which is one of the best tire companies.

However, if you want to save money then go for the Kumho which is about 30-40 dollars cheaper than the G-Sports
Old Feb 20, 2009 | 03:41 AM
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well the Kuhmos are $139 and the BF goodrich are $144
Old Feb 20, 2009 | 03:45 AM
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both tires aren't the greatest.. but bang for the buck the kumhos are better... the bfg sports are one of their lowest tires avaiable.. if you're looking a decent tire the general uhps are pretty good and about the same price
Old Feb 20, 2009 | 03:47 AM
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hmm id pay the extra $20 a tire and get bf goodrich G-forces.
Old Feb 20, 2009 | 03:49 AM
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what size tire is this? You can get the kumho's for $86 and the BFGs for $121 at tirerack.com.
Old Feb 20, 2009 | 03:59 AM
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its a regular 215/45/17 .. im getting them at a tire shop tomorrow ..
i just am up in the air on which one.. I know ASX has the 30k warranty and I know the BF Goodrich(Michelin) makes great tires though..
Old Feb 20, 2009 | 04:07 AM
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like everyone is sayin, both tires are pretty good.
but the kumho's have a little higher treadwear rating.
Old Feb 20, 2009 | 04:10 AM
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Yea, I guess that is why the price is higher. After looking at the tires I actually like the BFG's better. Plus they got better reviews on discounttire.com.
Old Feb 20, 2009 | 12:14 PM
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^ yea they did get better reviews..
Old Feb 20, 2009 | 01:48 PM
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Check out Bridgestone Potenza RE960AS Pole Positions, they are rate #1 at tire rack.
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/survey...jsp?type=UHPAS
Old Feb 20, 2009 | 02:49 PM
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also the kumho ranked higher than the bfgs
Old Feb 20, 2009 | 02:51 PM
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wait n/m i'm looking at the wrong tires
Old Feb 20, 2009 | 02:54 PM
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just buy which ever... if you don't like them then buy a different set
Old Feb 20, 2009 | 05:57 PM
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Vredstein if you can afford them. other than that, between those choices...BFG.
Old Feb 20, 2009 | 07:39 PM
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Originally Posted by tcboi513
well the Kuhmos are $139 and the BF goodrich are $144
Definately go BFG, they're worth much more than the additional $5.

Originally Posted by DJ08tC
You can get the kumho's for $86 and the BFGs for $121 at tirerack.com.
His price might be the "installed" price, including mount/balance, stems, warranty, etc.



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