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      05-10-2014, 02:36 PM   #1
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What are the thoughts on going non-RF from RF

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I'm about to buy the set only for the front of my E90, I'm currently with the BFgoodrich potenza that came from the dealer, I have been looking around doing the research and I haven't decide if going noN RUNFLAT since they're cheaper.

What do you guys recommend thanks for the help.
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      05-10-2014, 07:19 PM   #2
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Definitely ditch the run flats... The ride and sound on essentially any decent tire is night and day. Just carry a spare in the trunk!!
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I ditched the RFTs at the first opportunity. I run Michelin Pilot Super Sports now. Night and day difference in all performance aspects.

Cheers!
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      05-11-2014, 09:23 AM   #4
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thanks u for the input! I'm thinking to go with a (TOYO proxes T1 sport) they look cool and for the reviews and price i haven't found anything else that seen better.
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thanks u for the input! I'm thinking to go with a (TOYO proxes T1 sport) they look cool and for the reviews and price i haven't found anything else that seen better.
First thing I did on my car was change from RFT tires, to non RFT. It has literally been said time and time again that the only time a RFT tire is better than a conventional tire, is when there is no air left. They wear faster, handle worse, and cost more. It's a pretty easy decision as far as I'm concerned!

I absolutely loved my t1r's when I had them. I actually find the only negative aspect of them is the price. It has almost doubled in the last few years. For a tire to run mild stretch you can't go wrong, but if you want all out performance go with a Michelin Pilot SuperSport.
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There are people that post about this every week. In general, the consensus is that you will be much happier with conventional tires.
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thank you all!!! i just got the (TOYO T1's)... i will be let you guys know later after i try them.
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