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PmP · Apr 30th, 2008, 09:37 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Tara&Paul (original)

Here's the report...

Had four new Yokohama Prada Spec 2 tyres fitted this morning, the tyres are a 215/40 R18 size. The tyres fit, there is no rubbing anywhere, not even on full lock.

I've driven the tyres for about thirty miles in the pouring rain and so far I've found that there is a MASSIVE improvement in ride comfort compared to the Bridgestone Potenza run-flats, bumps in the road now go bump instead of bang, road noise is reduced and there is more feel through the steering.

And even though the tyres are brand new and it was seriously pouring with rain here today, the Prada's have far more grip than the Potenza's. Not sure if it's because the Prada's are AA traction rated or it's the tread design of the Prada's or the compound, but in my opinion they grip better than the Potenza's.

As for the look of the tyres on the car, they fill out the arch a bit more giving the R56 a more chunky and squat look.

I'm very happy with them, can't wait to drive the car in the dry!!!

Paul.

Did the tyre place recommend 215/40/18 over 215/35/18?

Apr 30th, 2008, 09:37 PM	#15
PmP GP 0380 My Classifieds Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Saintfield Local Time: 08:58 AM Posts: 2,676 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Tara&Paul (original) Here's the report... Had four new Yokohama Prada Spec 2 tyres fitted this morning, the tyres are a 215/40 R18 size. The tyres fit, there is no rubbing anywhere, not even on full lock. I've driven the tyres for about thirty miles in the pouring rain and so far I've found that there is a MASSIVE improvement in ride comfort compared to the Bridgestone Potenza run-flats, bumps in the road now go bump instead of bang, road noise is reduced and there is more feel through the steering. And even though the tyres are brand new and it was seriously pouring with rain here today, the Prada's have far more grip than the Potenza's. Not sure if it's because the Prada's are AA traction rated or it's the tread design of the Prada's or the compound, but in my opinion they grip better than the Potenza's. As for the look of the tyres on the car, they fill out the arch a bit more giving the R56 a more chunky and squat look. I'm very happy with them, can't wait to drive the car in the dry!!! Paul. Did the tyre place recommend 215/40/18 over 215/35/18?