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> Picking New Tires, Don't need V rating for XC70
Wayne
post Oct 27 2005, 12:14 PM
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I have talked to Michellin and they do not have a replacement for the Pirelli Scorpian STR 215/65/R16/98VM+S tire that is on my 2004 Volvo XC70 as factory equipment. They refused to recommend an "H" rated tire from Michellin that will work.

Any suggestions? I am not displeased with the Pirelli tires, but wonder why I am paying for the "V" rating when I do not need it.
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post Oct 27 2005, 12:47 PM
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What's the cost difference between H and V.? I may be mistaken but I would think that V are safer in a way than H as they are more stable at high speed in order hold the car on curving roads when tires get hot.

That being said it is also a matter of optimum performance possible on a specific car versus cost...

It's interesting as I'm trying to cost out the opposite of what you are trying to do :grin:

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post Oct 27 2005, 10:23 PM
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What is the minimum speed rating for the tire on your car. Maybe V is the minimun, and thats why they would not reccomend a, H rated tire even though you dont drive that fast.

Just a thought...
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post Oct 30 2005, 09:22 PM
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If you don't drive that fast, it should be OK, i guess.
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