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mixed tires for 03 TLS

Hi All

I bought a certified 03 TLS 3 months ago. The car came with new Michelin MxM4 on front and same tires with 26k miles on rear. I recently noticed a sidewall bubble on rear passenger. I called the dealer and they said its not covered under acura warranty, I should talk to michelin.

I have to change this tire, and I would rather replace both rear tires. The question is which ones to go for. MXM4 are 200$s each and have very poor reviews. So far Yokohama Avid A4 seems to be a popular choice for this car. But I also read that they don't last too long (just about

20-25k miles). Does any one have a comment on that? I never push my car too hard, but I do like sportiness.

My next question is will it be OK to mix tires? Say 2 MXM4 and 2 Yokos?

Thanks Uday

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joshiuday
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I would not hesitate to mix as long as the same tires are used on each axle (LF = RF and LR = RR), provided you *don't* push too hard. But some others may have different opinions.

Oldtimer with 2000TL

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Oldtimer

Crappy tires.

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Venture Rider

I'd put on Michelin Pilot Sport A/S or Pirelli PZero Nero M/S. I had both of them on my '04 TL before getting my current '05 RL and they are both excellent tires.

As for mixing? I hear it's OK as long as you stay the same on each axle but it'd make me nervous if i pushed a car hard (and I do).

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Lee Florack

I have Avid V4s on 2 cars - a 97 CL 3.0, and a 2000 Chrysler Sebring. I'm extremely happy with both ride quality and handling, compared to Michelins I've had recently. Plus if you shop around, the Avids are often available at a discount compared to Michelin.

No experience yet with tire wear, but it doesn't seem excessive so far on either vehicle.

My personal opinion - don't mix tires on a sporty car, as front and rear will have different handling characteristics.

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