replacement tires, run-flats vs non-run-flats

[kitzler]

My 2006 GS300 is equipped with run-flat tires. Once you have a flat,
the manual suggests replacing all four tires. I am approaching
40,000 without a flat, lucky me, but I don't think I'll be as lucky
much longer. I plan to change my tires very soon, but would like to
switch to regular radials, not run flats. Anyone had any experience
switching from run-flats to non-run-flat radials?

PS: I do not want to change rims to accommodate non-run-flats.

[W. Wells]

I have changed my runflats on a 02 SC430 and have been very happy. Runs much
better. I bought a pump and repair kit instead of carrying a spare. It has
worked for me since my dash instruments tell me when the tire has lost as
little as two pounds of air.

Post by kitzler
My 2006 GS300 is equipped with run-flat tires. Once you have a flat,
the manual suggests replacing all four tires. I am approaching
40,000 without a flat, lucky me, but I don't think I'll be as lucky
much longer. I plan to change my tires very soon, but would like to
switch to regular radials, not run flats. Anyone had any experience
switching from run-flats to non-run-flat radials?
PS: I do not want to change rims to accommodate non-run-flats.

[jdoe]

On Fri, 9 May 2008 05:29:53 -0700 (PDT), kitzler

Post by kitzler
My 2006 GS300 is equipped with run-flat tires. Once you have a flat,
the manual suggests replacing all four tires. I am approaching
40,000 without a flat, lucky me, but I don't think I'll be as lucky
much longer. I plan to change my tires very soon, but would like to
switch to regular radials, not run flats. Anyone had any experience
switching from run-flats to non-run-flat radials?
PS: I do not want to change rims to accommodate non-run-flats.

everything I've heard says to stay away from the run flats
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You may be able to find run-flat support for regular pneumatic tires.
I think it was in UK news. Run flat tires allows the manufacturer to
remove the spare tire, therefore saving some weight (increase MPG by a
fraction). It also helps maintain some directional control when you
have a higher speed blowout.

The Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard may require manufacturer to
provide a pneumatic spare, but does the own need to drive around with
a spare? Will a tire shop install a non-spec tire? etc etc

Post by kitzler
My 2006 GS300 is equipped with run-flat tires. Once you have a flat,
the manual suggests replacing all four tires. I am approaching
40,000 without a flat, lucky me, but I don't think I'll be as lucky
much longer. I plan to change my tires very soon, but would like to
switch to regular radials, not run flats. Anyone had any experience
switching from run-flats to non-run-flat radials?
PS: I do not want to change rims to accommodate non-run-flats.