Just ordered the Falken STZ01 's just for the front for now. Got a decent price £100 inc fitting.
Just ordered the Falken STZ01 's just for the front for now. Got a decent price £100 inc fitting.
Are you just putting NEW tyres on the FRONT ?
If so,
think again
Every bit of literature and many people on this site will tell you to put NEW tyres on the REAR
The reason is that the effect of the gearing ratio by having the slightly taller wheel on the rear compared to the front can knacker your VCU then IRD and then rear Differential.
So, NEW tyres always go on the back and you move the existing rears to the Front
If so,
think again
Every bit of literature and many people on this site will tell you to put NEW tyres on the REAR
The reason is that the effect of the gearing ratio by having the slightly taller wheel on the rear compared to the front can knacker your VCU then IRD and then rear Differential.
So, NEW tyres always go on the back and you move the existing rears to the Front
The Freelander is principally a Front wheel Drive Vehicle which uses a Viscosity Coupling Unit to share a small percentage of drive to the rear wheels.
If the front wheels start slipping and then rotating faster than the rears, the coupling "stiffens" and provides more drive to the rear
This is aided by the Traction Control system that slows any individual freespinning wheel by applying the brake at that wheel, and, thus provide that torque to the other wheels without the need for a Diff Lock.
It is designed to work as an "overall" package - so it is ideal to have all 4 tyres with - as best as can be managed - the same amount of grip value.
The fronts wear faster than the rears, so best to put new on the rear and move the part worn (about halfway) to the front.
If all your tyres are barely legal, then you are gonna have grip issues in this weather even with the new ones on the rear.
If the front wheels start slipping and then rotating faster than the rears, the coupling "stiffens" and provides more drive to the rear
This is aided by the Traction Control system that slows any individual freespinning wheel by applying the brake at that wheel, and, thus provide that torque to the other wheels without the need for a Diff Lock.
It is designed to work as an "overall" package - so it is ideal to have all 4 tyres with - as best as can be managed - the same amount of grip value.
The fronts wear faster than the rears, so best to put new on the rear and move the part worn (about halfway) to the front.
If all your tyres are barely legal, then you are gonna have grip issues in this weather even with the new ones on the rear.
storm99
Spreading Joy & Harmony
Dunno...but i'm impressed that they take the phone at 5 in the morning...no wait...
Its a 1st post spammer!!!! See, you nearly tricked me...but the crappy links on your sig gave it away...
In my best spanish..ahem,......**** OFF PEDRO!!!!
storm99
Spreading Joy & Harmony
Morning..are you my replacement? I'm off home to bed in 6 mins
Been a quiet night!
quiet night, or did you put extra medication in the loonies horlicks at bedtime?
Er ok, I called my local 4x4 specialists earlier (not that local) to see what they recommend, they disagreed with the new pair on the back or replace all 4 theory stating it as a myth even to the point of saying they'd put their neck on the line and gaurantee no problems. Incidentally I have read of the issue on another forum, so I'm inclined to believe there is some truth in it, no smoke without fire and all.
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Glad I found this thread, when I asked the same question recently about a good AT tyre for the Sport I had several people telling me don't bother - buy yourself some 16" steels! Uh no I don't think so - that's why I bought a Sport model because it's set off with nice alloys etc.
Good couple of recommendations on this thread though so thanks.
Si
Good couple of recommendations on this thread though so thanks.
Si
Hi mate, I went for the Falken Stz01 at £117 a corner fitted. Haven't really heard any difference in road noise but then every road around here is covered in snow. Need a dry road to hear properly. The alternatives were the Pirelli Scorpion str's but they were about £70 each corner more expensive. I've read they are good but quite noisy.
I have just fit a set of Hankook Ice bear w300's. What a difference! I am now able to assend/descend 1in5 inclines with any level of snow covering. Also as the name suggests they're so much more surefooted in icy conditions. Didn't break the bank either at £138.75 from tyremen.com. Cannot recommend enough
Also cause no ill affects at speed so think i'll be able to run all year round
Also cause no ill affects at speed so think i'll be able to run all year round
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I recently put a set of Pirelli Scorpion STR on mine for £120 a corner inc vat! (hi-Q). Ive been driving around in the recent show and have been impressed with the grip!
but can still get some sideways action if you want
Unfortunately I don't think you have many tyre options with the 18 inch wheels! so get charged like a wounded bull for the well know brands!!
but can still get some sideways action if you want
Unfortunately I don't think you have many tyre options with the 18 inch wheels! so get charged like a wounded bull for the well know brands!!
