toph_001
16-06-2007, 11:12 AM
Hi
The front tyres on my Mk 5 Gti are coming to the end of their natural life, they are bridgestone potenza RE05OA R18 92Y's. They have lasted extremely well, over 20,000 miles in two years! And performed excellently, massive grip and great turn in, but are a little noisey (a small sacrifice).
I am looking to change them soon and wanted to know if anyone had changed them to another brand and if so which and what were the wear and performance results?
Also on this type of car is it worth swapping front to rear to get a bit more life out of the set?
One other question.
I am also thinking of a performance upgrade, but will wait till my warranty runs out! i have been looking at Morego and MTM who can both offer about 45 BHP increases with good fuel economy and reliablity results. Has anyone had experience of these converstions? or would you recommend any others?
All input would be greatly appreciated. thanks
The front tyres on my Mk 5 Gti are coming to the end of their natural life, they are bridgestone potenza RE05OA R18 92Y's. They have lasted extremely well, over 20,000 miles in two years! And performed excellently, massive grip and great turn in, but are a little noisey (a small sacrifice).
I am looking to change them soon and wanted to know if anyone had changed them to another brand and if so which and what were the wear and performance results?
Also on this type of car is it worth swapping front to rear to get a bit more life out of the set?
One other question.
I am also thinking of a performance upgrade, but will wait till my warranty runs out! i have been looking at Morego and MTM who can both offer about 45 BHP increases with good fuel economy and reliablity results. Has anyone had experience of these converstions? or would you recommend any others?
All input would be greatly appreciated. thanks