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LMB · Jun 28th, 2002, 06:28 AM

The reason I am asking is because in another thread we are discussing whether Run Flat tyres can in fact be repaired. One Mini2 member posted this link which states that it depends on the tyre manufacturer.

Apparently if your Run Flats are made by Firestone then regardless of the type of puncture, the tyre has to be replaced.

However, if you have Goodyears then there is a good chance they can be fixed.

So I am trying to get a picture of what make of tyres Mini are putting on the 17" Wheels.

Hopefully Goodyears all round.

Cheers.

lol · Jun 28th, 2002, 08:51 AM

My 17's came with the Pirelli Euforias!
(March 02)
Cheers,

Lol.

An_S_4_Me · Jun 28th, 2002, 09:03 AM

My S has the 17" Pirelli Euforias.
(June Build)

Andy

Damo · Jun 28th, 2002, 09:24 AM

I got the Pirelli Eufori@'s

When I went looking at the S at my dealers it had Dunlops on the S spokes, so I commented on weather the S got Dunlops instead of Pireelis for any reason, or it was just the tyre they happen to buy in?

Anyway the dealer went on to say that the Pirelli guys had said that if you get a puncture in the Run flats, chances are you'll need a new tyre due to the ribbing or wireing braking while it was flat!

I wasn't best pleased, forgot about till saw this thread. Whats the point in a run flat tyre if you have to shell out on a new tyre everytime you get a flat!

When these tyre's need replacing going to get the Dunlops fitted. Look far better anyway (cool tred pattern that is)

Colorado "S" · Jun 28th, 2002, 09:56 AM

My Pre-Spec MCS with Sport Package came with 205/45/17

Dunlop SP 9000 run-flats

Gary Tate · Jun 28th, 2002, 10:28 AM

Discussed that same issue with My dealer. She told me that if they have a 17" inch mini on the lot with Dunlop Run flats she would swap them out for me if mine arrive with the Pirelli euphorias.

Tread life on the pirellis is only 180 where the dunlops have a tread life of 280.

I agree they look better also.

Considering the replacement cost of these tires I want something that will give some mileage and can be repaired.

LMB · Jun 28th, 2002, 10:30 AM

I wonder if we can request a certain make of tyre on our cars when ordering?

Can Dunlops be repaired?

I want Goodyears.

MINIAC · Jun 28th, 2002, 11:23 AM

I believe the all-season tires spec'd for the 'S' are Goodyear Eagle RS-A EMT.

Minihaha · Jun 28th, 2002, 11:36 AM

Check this out

I've got Pirelli and the problems as in my post below

Mini Assistance and Punctures

dcfkan · Jun 28th, 2002, 11:39 AM

Pirelli and Euforias on mine

DK

LMB · Jun 28th, 2002, 11:40 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Minihaha
Check this out

I've got Pirelli and the problems as in my post below

Mini Assistance and Punctures

Don't worry if you check my initial post I've directed them to it.

Damo · Jun 28th, 2002, 12:08 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Gary Tate
Discussed that same issue with My dealer. She told me that if they have a 17" inch mini on the lot with Dunlop Run flats she would swap them out for me if mine arrive with the Pirelli euphorias.

Tread life on the pirellis is only 180 where the dunlops have a tread life of 280.

I agree they look better also.

Considering the replacement cost of these tires I want something that will give some mileage and can be repaired.

Thats a big difference! What does it mean exactly!

If the Dunlops are a harder compund (hence last longer) does that mean they aren't as grippy. Have to say finding it very difficult to find the limit of grip on my tyre's except in the wet. It handles SOOOO good!

BruceK · Jun 28th, 2002, 01:46 PM

My S has the 17" Dunlops.

MINIAC · Jun 28th, 2002, 04:29 PM

The Tire Rack did a test on the Dunlop SP Sport 9000 DSSTs.

After reading the test, I'm wondering if these are considered "all-season" or "performance (summer)" tires.

Addicted_to_S · Jun 28th, 2002, 05:06 PM

My standard UK S 16" x-lites are Dunlop. OK, LMB I know you're getting 17"s but...

I think they say treadlife 280, but I don't know what that means. What I can say is that they are quite noisy, that is to say, on noisy surfaces they sure are noisy, but they grip like glue come rain or shine. Including the Duke's pass (the steep and winding public road which links Aberfoyle to the Trossachs and Brig O'Turk) in the wet, which I did yet again yesterday after work - I bad habit, I know, but I just can't stop myself.

photo

QQQ · Jun 28th, 2002, 06:53 PM

The 17" S-lites in the Netherlands all have Pirelli's on them

Like the profile of the Dunlops much better

Keith · Jun 28th, 2002, 07:17 PM

My car has 17" Pirelli tires. I keep a canister of puncture repair stuff in the car to minimize the wear if I do get a puncture. As far as I can tell, the only place you can buy replacement runflat tires is from the dealer (120 miles away). I hate to think ask what they charfe for them. I am not sure what I will do when they need replacing but I expect a major failure will force me to move to non-runflats as I will not be able to get new runflats quick enough.

Sashadog · Jun 28th, 2002, 07:25 PM

17" Pirelli

The talk I hear about the longevity of the performance run-flat has me worried a bit. I've been looking and run-flats are hard to find and expensive. I was quoted over $200 ea. I like the idea of regular replacements and a puncture repair kit.

Damo · Jun 28th, 2002, 07:26 PM

Having to re post on here as haven't been informed anyone had been replying as its been moved

AS for the Dunlops having a higher tread life rating or whatever, could mean they not as grippy as the Pirelli (pirelli are known for bloody ace tyre's!) so maybe Pirelli's are better. Still don;t know how people stand on the Run flats Dunlops being repaired. CMT's 16" Run flats were fine when he had a puncture!!

rich · Jun 28th, 2002, 08:09 PM

Stunning scenery A2S, just beautiful!

Jun 28th, 2002, 06:28 AM	#1
LMB Toon Toon.. <div><a href= Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Up North Local Time: 07:47 PM Posts: 24,964 Offline	What make of tyres did you get with your 17” Wheels? The reason I am asking is because in another thread we are discussing whether Run Flat tyres can in fact be repaired. One Mini2 member posted this link which states that it depends on the tyre manufacturer. Apparently if your Run Flats are made by Firestone then regardless of the type of puncture, the tyre has to be replaced. However, if you have Goodyears then there is a good chance they can be fixed. So I am trying to get a picture of what make of tyres Mini are putting on the 17" Wheels. Hopefully Goodyears all round. Cheers. Global Moderator

Jun 28th, 2002, 09:03 AM	#3 (permalink)
An_S_4_Me MINI2 Senior Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Wakefield, UK Local Time: 07:47 PM Posts: 572 Offline	My S has the 17" Pirelli Euforias. (June Build) Andy DS Cooper S w/white bits, DSC, 1/2 Leather all black trim, CHILI Pack, TLC - ARRIVED 01/07/02 Sold 29th May 2004 to make way for house

Jun 28th, 2002, 09:56 AM	#5 (permalink)
Colorado "S" MINI2 Senior Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Denver Local Time: 11:47 AM Posts: 416 Offline	My Pre-Spec MCS with Sport Package came with 205/45/17 Dunlop SP 9000 run-flats Dave @ MCO MINI5280

Jun 28th, 2002, 10:28 AM	#6 (permalink)
Gary Tate MINI2 Regular Join Date: May 2002 Location: Millington TN Local Time: 01:47 PM Posts: 285 Offline	Discussed that same issue with My dealer. She told me that if they have a 17" inch mini on the lot with Dunlop Run flats she would swap them out for me if mine arrive with the Pirelli euphorias. Tread life on the pirellis is only 180 where the dunlops have a tread life of 280. I agree they look better also. Considering the replacement cost of these tires I want something that will give some mileage and can be repaired. Gary from Memphis – Chili Red S White top SP/PP delivered 7/30/2002

Jun 28th, 2002, 10:30 AM	#7 (permalink)
LMB Toon Toon.. <div><a href= Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Up North Local Time: 07:47 PM Posts: 24,964 Offline	I wonder if we can request a certain make of tyre on our cars when ordering? Can Dunlops be repaired? I want Goodyears. Global Moderator

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Jun 28th, 2002, 08:51 AM	#2 (permalink)
lol MINI2 Regular Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Essex, UK Local Time: 07:47 PM Posts: 110 Offline	My 17's came with the Pirelli Euforias! (March 02) Cheers, Lol.

Jun 28th, 2002, 09:24 AM	#4 (permalink)
Damo MINI2fosi My Classifieds Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: MINItorque.com Local Time: 07:47 PM Posts: 10,685 Offline	I got the Pirelli Eufori@'s When I went looking at the S at my dealers it had Dunlops on the S spokes, so I commented on weather the S got Dunlops instead of Pireelis for any reason, or it was just the tyre they happen to buy in? Anyway the dealer went on to say that the Pirelli guys had said that if you get a puncture in the Run flats, chances are you'll need a new tyre due to the ribbing or wireing braking while it was flat! I wasn't best pleased, forgot about till saw this thread. Whats the point in a run flat tyre if you have to shell out on a new tyre everytime you get a flat! When these tyre's need replacing going to get the Dunlops fitted. Look far better anyway (cool tred pattern that is)

Jun 28th, 2002, 11:23 AM	#8 (permalink)
MINIAC MINI Profiler Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: City By The Bay Local Time: 11:47 AM Posts: 8,705 Online	I believe the all-season tires spec'd for the 'S' are Goodyear Eagle RS-A EMT.

Jun 28th, 2002, 11:36 AM	#9 (permalink)
Minihaha MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Suffolk Local Time: 06:47 PM Posts: 46 Offline	Mini Assistance and Punctures Check this out I've got Pirelli and the problems as in my post below Mini Assistance and Punctures MINIHAHA

Jun 28th, 2002, 11:39 AM	#10 (permalink)
dcfkan In exile, down SOUTH! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: London WC1 Local Time: 07:47 PM Posts: 13,580 Offline	Pirelli and Euforias on mine DK

Jun 28th, 2002, 11:40 AM	#11 (permalink)
LMB Toon Toon.. <div><a href= Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Up North Local Time: 07:47 PM Posts: 24,964 Offline	Re: Mini Assistance and Punctures Quote: Originally posted by Minihaha Check this out I've got Pirelli and the problems as in my post below Mini Assistance and Punctures Don't worry if you check my initial post I've directed them to it. Global Moderator

Jun 28th, 2002, 12:08 PM	#12 (permalink)
Damo MINI2fosi My Classifieds Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: MINItorque.com Local Time: 07:47 PM Posts: 10,685 Offline	Quote: Originally posted by Gary Tate Discussed that same issue with My dealer. She told me that if they have a 17" inch mini on the lot with Dunlop Run flats she would swap them out for me if mine arrive with the Pirelli euphorias. Tread life on the pirellis is only 180 where the dunlops have a tread life of 280. I agree they look better also. Considering the replacement cost of these tires I want something that will give some mileage and can be repaired. Thats a big difference! What does it mean exactly! If the Dunlops are a harder compund (hence last longer) does that mean they aren't as grippy. Have to say finding it very difficult to find the limit of grip on my tyre's except in the wet. It handles SOOOO good!

Jun 28th, 2002, 01:46 PM	#13 (permalink)
BruceK Moderator & Sponsor Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: San Antonio, Texas Local Time: 12:47 PM Posts: 3,759 Offline	My S has the 17" Dunlops. + 2002 MINI Cooper S - Dark Silver / White roof, Sport, Premium, Lapis blue leather + 1965 Mini Traveller - Tartan Red / White roof, 1275, Cooper S discs, fully restored/renewed

Jun 28th, 2002, 04:29 PM	#14 (permalink)
MINIAC MINI Profiler Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: City By The Bay Local Time: 11:47 AM Posts: 8,705 Online	The Tire Rack did a test on the Dunlop SP Sport 9000 DSSTs. After reading the test, I'm wondering if these are considered "all-season" or "performance (summer)" tires. Last edited by MINIAC : Jun 28th, 2002 at 04:41 PM.

Jun 28th, 2002, 05:06 PM	#15 (permalink)
Addicted_to_S MINI2 Regular Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Scotland Local Time: 06:47 PM Posts: 212 Offline	My standard UK S 16" x-lites are Dunlop. OK, LMB I know you're getting 17"s but... I think they say treadlife 280, but I don't know what that means. What I can say is that they are quite noisy, that is to say, on noisy surfaces they sure are noisy, but they grip like glue come rain or shine. Including the Duke's pass (the steep and winding public road which links Aberfoyle to the Trossachs and Brig O'Turk) in the wet, which I did yet again yesterday after work - I bad habit, I know, but I just can't stop myself. photo

Jun 28th, 2002, 06:53 PM	#16 (permalink)
QQQ MINI2 Master Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: rotterdam Local Time: 07:47 PM Posts: 2,422 Offline	The 17" S-lites in the Netherlands all have Pirelli's on them Like the profile of the Dunlops much better

Jun 28th, 2002, 07:17 PM	#17 (permalink)
Keith MINI2 Senior Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: SW Florida Local Time: 06:47 PM Posts: 687 Offline	My car has 17" Pirelli tires. I keep a canister of puncture repair stuff in the car to minimize the wear if I do get a puncture. As far as I can tell, the only place you can buy replacement runflat tires is from the dealer (120 miles away). I hate to think ask what they charfe for them. I am not sure what I will do when they need replacing but I expect a major failure will force me to move to non-runflats as I will not be able to get new runflats quick enough. 2007 DS/W MCS LSD, sport suspension, Enkei RPM2 wheels 2002 EB/W MCS Sport package, Rogue intake, Borla exhaust, 15% pulley & Madness sway bar

Jun 28th, 2002, 07:25 PM	#18 (permalink)
Sashadog MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Seattle, WA Local Time: 11:47 AM Posts: 96 Offline	17" Pirelli The talk I hear about the longevity of the performance run-flat has me worried a bit. I've been looking and run-flats are hard to find and expensive. I was quoted over $200 ea. I like the idea of regular replacements and a puncture repair kit. '02 MCS, Electric Blue/White Top, 17" S-Lites.

Jun 28th, 2002, 07:26 PM	#19 (permalink)
Damo MINI2fosi My Classifieds Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: MINItorque.com Local Time: 07:47 PM Posts: 10,685 Offline	Having to re post on here as haven't been informed anyone had been replying as its been moved AS for the Dunlops having a higher tread life rating or whatever, could mean they not as grippy as the Pirelli (pirelli are known for bloody ace tyre's!) so maybe Pirelli's are better. Still don;t know how people stand on the Run flats Dunlops being repaired. CMT's 16" Run flats were fine when he had a puncture!!

Jun 28th, 2002, 08:09 PM	#20 (permalink)
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