Tire recommendations for 1993 J30t

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My J30 has 68k original miles, currently need to replace the tires. Any suggestions that will provide good performance plus good traction in moist Seattle. Thanks.


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Welcome to NICO!

What wheels do you have? The Infiniti OEM (which I think were 15" x 6.5", right?

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Are you looking for all-seasons or summer tires?

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I'd be interested to know everyones top choice for rain/snow/etc.

I currently have a set of 20s on the J30 - but they will come off late September, so my OEM wheels will be strictly for driving in the UGLY stuff.

What tire do you think will give me the best chance in the "elements"? I live in the NorthEast, so it snows frequently!

PS: I'm probably going to pickup a little 5 speed FWD Toyota Celica for the winter - after my few first times getting stuck w/the J. I miss my AWD Talon!

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thanks for the welcome. OEM's were 215/60 R 15 93H

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While we have something that resembles summer for a very brief period of time, I am looking for a good all season - although snow isn't really an issue, its rain.

thx for the input

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Car: Infiniti J30tTire: Goodyear GT +4 High Performance All SeasonIn use?: For 7.5 seasons, came standard on new J30t from Canadian Infiniti dealer.Climate where used?: Canada, sloppy wet springs, dry summers, snowy, slushy icy winteers.

Pros:

Dry Grip, excellent Wet Grip(especially in torrential downpours), excellent Snow Grip(especially deep snow), not bad ice grip, long tread life. Made from quality rubber. Excellent cornering on most surfaces.

Cons:

Pricey, Tire noise, Ride can get choppy on some surfaces, high spray from tires, hit and miss in absorbing pot holes and bumps.

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Tire: Dunlop Sport A2 All seasons.In use?: approximatly 3 seasons and counting.Climate where used?: Canada, sloppy wet springs, dry summers, snowy, slushy icy winters.

Pros: Excellent dry, wet, slush and snow grip (evacuates all precipitation efficiently). Not too bad on ice. Made from quality rubber(still looks new, rubbers doesn't freeze when its -40 degrees celsius). Quiet smooth sporty ride, tires provide excellent cornering during spirited driving. Quiet tire. Absorbs road imperfections well.

Cons: Price, tread wear, "slippery" on gravel roads.

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many thx for your response. I will check them out.

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I'd also recommend looking at Bridgestone Potenza RE950 in a 215/60HR15: http://www.tirerack.com/tires/...ace=6

They are not snow tires, but should handle well in wet weather.

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