Had brake job done on my 2000 Mazda Protege ES last week
Mechanic said I will need new tires soon.
He recommends:
Cooper Life Liner Touring in 195-55-R16 with V speed rating
Advice on Cooper tires?
Had brake job done on my 2000 Mazda Protege ES last week
Mechanic said I will need new tires soon.
He recommends:
Cooper Life Liner Touring in 195-55-R16 with V speed rating
Advice on Cooper tires?
Forgot some info
Cost will be $414 for four tires
$24 labor cots
Four wheel alignment at $68.50
Disposal, etc
Total cost for tires, mounting, balance is $526.03
Interesting... I checked on TireRack.com to see what they say about Cooper tires.. Apparently they dont handle them.
The tire suggested by their 'wizard' was a little bit different in size from the one you mention above. They come up with a 205-45-16, but mention you should check your OEM tire sidewall to be sure what you need.
I have no personal experience or knowledge of Cooper tires.
Cooper is a great tire maker and the Lifeliner is a great tire. You will be happy with them.
The experience with Cooper tires that I have had - was satisfactory. Pep Boys handles them, I think.
The set you mentioned seemed a little pricey, but may be the going price for them.
you might check pep boys or discount tire for comparable tires of an ordinary series - unless you just want "touring" tires.
I use michelin, but futura tires at pep boys - made by cooper tires have served me well too. =3D=3D I like a package deal when I buy tires - new stems, lifetime balance / rotation /
road hazard guarantee / flat repairs - all included in the original purchase price - at discount tire.
package deals elsewhere - might be different.
mho v=83e
Sorry this is a mistake above
Should read 195-55-R15
NOT R16
Good as any other. Do you normally drive between 130 mph and 149 mph?
No
But for some reason my owners manual says I need V rating
Why is that you think? Have 2000 Mazda Protege ES
tire info site.
Because they want to impress you: =2E.."Oooh, V rated tires. Absolutely great. I can go 145 mph. It makes me feel virile (capable of functioning as a male in copulation).= " Sex sells cigarettes, too. Forget the speed rating, go for sticky-ness, heat rating, and lastly trea= d wear.
MotorsForum website is not affiliated with any of the manufacturers or service providers discussed here. All logos and trade names are the property of their respective owners.