Run Flats

[fortunot]

I've been searching online all day. There is controversy over this. My tires are now runflats. But they are 2x the price of regular all-seasons. Some people say you can do that, others say they have to be runflats. Maybe we could start a discussion here so I will know better what to do. My tires aren't that bad right now, so its not urgent (touch wood). What is your opinion? Its a 2003 Mini Cooper.
Cindy

[Caveman]

There a lots of threads on this subject in the Wheels, Tyres & Brakes forum.

[fortunot]

Thanks, I'm a newby Caveman. I'll see what I can find.
Cindy

[Speck1965]

Yes you can get rid of the run flats, there is no difference in the suspension set up to accomodate run flat tyres
Should you change them? Absolutely yes! Its a no brainer. The steering, ride and general feel of the car will be transformed.
If you local dealer is accomodating, do what I did. Ask them if you can borrow a set of wheels with standard tyres and then go for a test drive. You will be amazed.

Carl

[mab01uk]

Here is how to fit your spare when you change:
http://www.mini2.com/forum/wheels-ty...are-wheel.html