Nexen N6000

[Buf-Phoon]

don't forget tyres are the only thing between you and the road

brakes and steering before pace. 300rwkw dosen't mean sh*t if if doesn't stop or go around corners

[LazyBrennan]

Just scored some fedderal 595's 245/40/18 for 190 each :D

[PhilMeUp]

Consider: Neutron NT5000

Tech 9 Tyres have them for $160 each in 235/40ZR18, although I normally get tyres from Eurotyres in Star Street, Carlise (9362 1896). They have a 95 load rating (ie 690kg). I drive an XT wagon (taxi) and am going to be putting a set of these on my car hopefully tomorrow. A Falcon wagon has a minimum load rating of 95, which removes a lot of tyre choices for me.

There's not a heap of info out on the web about them, but the general consensus seems to be that they are very good. There's only a small handful of reviews on the Tyre Reviews web site but they are very positive. Searching of various car forums shows that people that have tried them are pleased. http://www.tyrereviews.co.uk/Tyre/Neuton/NT5000.htm

I was actually at the Perth warehouse that stocks them last week. They also distribute Accelera, Nexen and Achilles. One of the warehouse guys there has Achilles on his Late model camira and was saying that they slide everywhere in the wet.

I ran Accelera Alpha tyres on my taxi last year and early this year with 17" rims and was VERY impressed with how well they held up on wet roads. Those things were amazing - it was like being on dry roads. Wagons easily break traction on the back end when cornering (resulting in a spin) and these things held the line superbly. If they were available in a suitable 18" then I'd keep using then.

To use Accelera tyres in an 18" size, you have to go to the Phi tyre (different to the Alpha). Web and forum searching has shown that they aren't that good. Bugger.

Why am I going to 18" rims? To fit the Brembo 6/4 kit that I've got coming. Yep, that's right, my taxi is gonna have the full Brembo setup. I'm still trying to find a pair of suitable Recaro seats (this ain't no ordinary taxi!).

I've just put a set of Nexen N6000s on my girlfriend's taxi (hence being at the YHI warehouse last week). They didn't have NT5000s in stock suitable for her wheels (ie 235/45R17 for her) so that was the next preference.

The main problem with YHI International tyres (ie Accelera, Nexen, Neutron and Achilles) is that getting stock in Perth is VERY hit and miss. It's hopelessly inconsistent and unreliable (but not the Perth warehouse's fault). There is a container due in May, so I'll be considering putting a spare set of tyres in the shed then.

Note: if anyone doesn't understand what the load rating is about, then learn about it. It is specified by the car manufacturer, and any tyre that you fit must be at least that load rating. On an XT wagon, the specifications are on a sticker on the inside of the glovebox lid; I would assume that it's in the same place for all Falcon variants.

If you have a crash and someone notices that your loads are below the required load rating, then you're stuffed. No insurance for your car, and you get the added bonus of having to pay for anything else you've damaged (ie the other person's car). Sure, it's a minor thing now, but crash investigation people (ie cops and insurance assessors) will spot it straight away. Heck, now that I know about it I'll be checking it on every car I own (or drive) from now on.

Read this for more info: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tire_code

[strettan]

So when are you gonna drop a turbo six in this taxi? Hahaha you know by paying a little more... The quality of tyre you get is heaps better. Dunlop sports... Or bridgstone patanzers... They perform a sh*t load better. And there still rather cheap considering. Your life isn't worth a few dollars.

[Guest XR09]

I wanted to try the Conti 2's. Best price I got fitted was $760 each for 275 19's. And had to wait for them. Ended up going the Kuhmo's again cause they were there and I was into the wear markers. Must say even all but bald they were good in the wet. Paid $800 fitted for the rears with a wheel alignment on all four corners.

Edited 04/05/11 09:41 AM by XR09

[strettan]

$760 a corner :o that's ridiculous

[LazyBrennan]

You would want to hope there bloody good....

[strettan]

eBay has them at like $600 for 2. Brand new plus freight.

[BF6]

I use the n6000 245/35/19 everyday in my typhoon with 400rwkw. I gotta say I'm pretty impressed! Iv got a set of 245/40/18 toyo r888's for the drags and extra spirited driving!!