Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 16:41:42 -0800 From: "Dima" <dimanopsamystems.com> Subject: Re: Choice of tires for C900 (1991) - Michelin HydroEdge
Thanks everyone for replying. Going back to the original questions - has anyone tried and knows anything about the Michelin HydroEdge? Thanks, -Dima "Dima" <dimanopsamystems.com> wrote in message news:100ooa7ltji8l90nopsam.supernews.com... > Hello, > > I am sure this topic has been discussed, but Saabnet.com link to the archive search > does not seem to work. So, I have to ask the probably oft-addressed question > of tire choice for my 1991 Saab 900. > > Currently, several dealers have a promotion on Michelins. I was looking at > their HydroEdge tires, and I am confused: the ratings show better handling > in dry and wet than many sports tires, while having 70k warranty, and having > an "All-Season Touring" classification. Has anybody tried these tires, and > can comment on how good they are? Or, for example, how do they compare to > something like BridgestoneĈ Potenza RE950 (rated "All-Season > High-Performance")? > > Second question: if I went to one size larger (195/60 R15 instead of stock > 185/65R15), do I put much stress on the car suspension to matter? Also, > would I be able to put chains on the wider tire if I need to? The reason for > this question is that with that size, I can choose a sportier MichelinĈ > Pilot XGT H4 - if that is any good, of course :-) > > Thank you, > > -Dima > >