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1992 - 1997 850, including 850 R, 850 T-5R, 850 T-5, 850 GLT
1997 - 2000 S70, S70 AWD
1997 - 2000 V70, V70 AWD
1997 - 2000 V70-XC
1997 - 2004 C70

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coffeeguzzler
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tire recommendation?

Post by coffeeguzzler »

I have a 1995 Volvo T-5R with 111,000 miles, and I have been using Kumho 235/40R-17 tires which I don't like. I would like to replace all 4 of them with something good, and I am considering the BFG g Force Sport and the Michelin Pilot Exalto PE2.
So, do you have a tire recommendation, and would switching back to the OEM size of 205/45 17 help the overall ride quality (it's a bit harsh right now with the Kumhos, my old springs and shocks... I know it's a T-5R, but, hey...) My springs and shocks are being replaced as we speak, so that should help a little, I hope! :lol:

l33tDad
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Post by l33tDad »

I've got Potenza G009's and love them, my father put Exalto's on my mother's s40 and they are real nice too but I like the Potenza's better ;)
1993 Volvo 850glt

225,000 miles and counting

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Post by MadeInJapan »

We love the Turanza LS-V on our present V70. On our old 850 we ran Turanza LS-H. They are made by Bridgeston. Very quiet and comfy ride and at the same time does great in the wet... check out www.tirerack.com for ratings and owner experiences with different tires. Been buying all of my tires from them for the last 8 or so years.
'98 S70 T5 Emrld Grn Met/Beige Tons of Upgrades Mobil-1
'04 V70 2.5T Red/Taupe Some Upgrades Mobil-1
'07 S40 T5 AWD 6 speed manual! Silver/Black Stage1 Heico & Elevate
'07 S60 2.5T Blue/Taupe- my kid's Volvo

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