Date: Tue, 01 Jun 1999 13:18:05 GMT From: NoSpam.jkmacrnopsamcom (JMR) Subject: Re: Recommended Replacement Tires for '94 900
On Sun, 30 May 1999 02:09:06 GMT, "Robert L. Davis" <iclicknopsam.com> wrote: >Here, the SZ50 scores #1 in wet traction and never below #4 in any >category among 25 other "ultra-high performance" tires, including wear. >The tire's wet performance is absolutely astounding, and here in Louisiana >I have ample opportunity to test tires under wet conditions. >What makes it even more amazing is that they only cost $110 each in >205-55ZR-16, making them close to the least expensive Z-rated tire >available. They don't make a 205-50ZR-16. > >As soon as these Michelin Pilots wear out on my Aero, I'll be fitting >Firestones on in their place. > In talking to my Saab dealer and a local tire store that has given me pretty good advice, I get vague, unconvincing responses on whether one should change the size due to its effect on the speedometer, computer controls and ABS. I am concerned because my 94 900 seems very sensitive even to tire balancing. Have you heard any "official" statements on the allowance for size on the 94 and later 900s? John