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ddongbap · 06-14-2010, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by trx73

sorry just want to make sure before I buy tires. Have you heard anything about a brand called "Achilles"??

I have not, but the 205s should fit fine, esp since you're stock height.

ddongbap · 06-14-2010, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by kimona

With 16x7, ET38-40, I would recommend 195/50/16, which is OEM size.

Where is that standard size?

Goose · 06-14-2010, 02:47 PM

My guess is that 195/60 R16's are an OEM option in other countries. I think the only "big" OEM option beyond the standard 14's or 15's is the 18" TRD wheel/tire combo.

For the record, I've been driving on the General Altimax HP's (185/60R15's) for a while - they're no better than the OEM Goodyear's. Sigh...

*kimona* · 06-14-2010, 05:36 PM

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Originally Posted by ddongbap

Where is that standard size?

195/50/16 is JDM OEM for the Vitz and Belta.

ddongbap · 06-15-2010, 05:43 AM

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Originally Posted by kimona

195/50/16 is JDM OEM for the Vitz and Belta.

Oh snap.

swidd · 06-15-2010, 02:31 PM

so....which tire is the best choice for non-lowered?

UTVitz · 06-15-2010, 03:36 PM

cost no object-Michelin Harmony in the OEM 185-60/15. cost considered-I've heard the Yokohama TRZ's are pretty good on this car. And no they didn't last really long, but I liked my Bridgestone Potenza RE92's, unfortunately, they cost almost what the Michelin's do.

why? · 06-15-2010, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by UTVitz

cost no object-Michelin Harmony in the OEM 185-60/15. cost considered-I've heard the Yokohama TRZ's are pretty good on this car. And no they didn't last really long, but I liked my Bridgestone Potenza RE92's, unfortunately, they cost almost what the Michelin's do.

i definitely disagree. What tires are the best completely depends on what you are looking for. Are you looking for the most traction? The longest life? The best gas mileage?

All 3 questions have a different answer.

127.0.0.1 · 06-15-2010, 05:06 PM

try all the tires you want.

you need to get a rear sway bar.

get a sway bar for the cost of one tire,
slap it on, and then even OEM tires will seem like performance tires.

swidd · 06-15-2010, 05:56 PM

Okay, for best gas milage + quiet ride/ride comfort? I suppose that's the two main opposites = compromise needed.

Goose · 06-15-2010, 08:02 PM

Based on the priorities you've described, in my experience, for stock size, I'd stay with an OEM tire. I know it's not an interesting choice, but Toyota wasn't stupid when they picked the OEM tire. The OEM Goodyear Eagle LS tires that I had were comfortable, predictable and handled the foul weather well.

I do like my new General Altimax HP's (stock 185/60R15's) but they are a bit louder and there's no improvement in dry grip over the Eagles. Even though the General's are H-rated, their sidewalls are no stiffer than the T-rated Goodyear's so highway performance is the same.

I admit that my opinion of the General's is based on two things: I'm stuck with 'em & they have a cool-looking tread. The General's were also cheaper than the Goodyear's...

ddongbap · 06-16-2010, 03:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Goose

Based on my experience, for stock size, I'd stay with an OEM tire. I know it's not an interesting choice, but Toyota wasn't stupid when they picked the OEM tire. The OEM Goodyear Eagle LS tires that I had were comfortable, predictable and handled the foul weather well.

I do like my new General Altimax HP's (stock 185/60R15's) but they are a bit louder and there's no improvement in dry grip over the Eagles. Even though the General's are H-rated, their sidewalls are no stiffer than the T-rated Goodyear's so highway performance is the same.

I admit that my opinion of the General's is based on two things: I'm stuck with 'em & they have a cool-looking tread. The General's were also cheaper than the Goodyear's...

That doesn't mean that what Toyota does is the right choice for everybody.

06-14-2010, 02:47 PM	#21
Goose Car Geek Drives: Yaris Liftback Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Ohio cornfields Posts: 213	My guess is that 195/60 R16's are an OEM option in other countries. I think the only "big" OEM option beyond the standard 14's or 15's is the 18" TRD wheel/tire combo. For the record, I've been driving on the General Altimax HP's (185/60R15's) for a while - they're no better than the OEM Goodyear's. Sigh... __________________ Kevin '07 Blazing Blue 5-speed liftback (sold) '08 Black auto liftback (sold) '09 Carmine Red auto 4-door liftback (sold)

06-15-2010, 08:02 PM	#29
Goose Car Geek Drives: Yaris Liftback Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Ohio cornfields Posts: 213	Based on the priorities you've described, in my experience, for stock size, I'd stay with an OEM tire. I know it's not an interesting choice, but Toyota wasn't stupid when they picked the OEM tire. The OEM Goodyear Eagle LS tires that I had were comfortable, predictable and handled the foul weather well. I do like my new General Altimax HP's (stock 185/60R15's) but they are a bit louder and there's no improvement in dry grip over the Eagles. Even though the General's are H-rated, their sidewalls are no stiffer than the T-rated Goodyear's so highway performance is the same. I admit that my opinion of the General's is based on two things: I'm stuck with 'em & they have a cool-looking tread. The General's were also cheaper than the Goodyear's... __________________ Kevin '07 Blazing Blue 5-speed liftback (sold) '08 Black auto liftback (sold) '09 Carmine Red auto 4-door liftback (sold) Last edited by Goose; 07-04-2010 at 08:41 AM. Reason: clarified my answer... I wasn't suggesting OEM is right for everyone.

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06-15-2010, 02:31 PM	#24
swidd Drives: Yaris HB Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Central Alabama, GOD BLESS AMERICA Posts: 755	so....which tire is the best choice for non-lowered?

06-15-2010, 03:36 PM	#25
UTVitz Drives: Black Vitz Liftback Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Salt Lake City Posts: 238	cost no object-Michelin Harmony in the OEM 185-60/15. cost considered-I've heard the Yokohama TRZ's are pretty good on this car. And no they didn't last really long, but I liked my Bridgestone Potenza RE92's, unfortunately, they cost almost what the Michelin's do.

06-15-2010, 05:06 PM	#27
127.0.0.1 Banned Drives: '10 Yaris5drHB+99 4runner LTD Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: NE Posts: 672	try all the tires you want. you need to get a rear sway bar. get a sway bar for the cost of one tire, slap it on, and then even OEM tires will seem like performance tires.

06-15-2010, 05:56 PM	#28
swidd Drives: Yaris HB Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Central Alabama, GOD BLESS AMERICA Posts: 755	Okay, for best gas milage + quiet ride/ride comfort? I suppose that's the two main opposites = compromise needed.