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What kind of tires do you guys recommend as a good all season tire? I need to be able to drive in both dry and wet conditions. Also, I don't normally drive the car in snow, but if I get caught in it, I need a tire that will at least do decently to get me home. Thanks for the help.

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'01BluStang

I'm in the same boat. I'm looking (needing) to get new tires. What are the best tires for all purpose use that still look good? The stock rim is 17x8, correct? (I have a '01 GT convertible) Where is the best place to get a wheel/tire combo? Thanks!

pneon99

i also had a question on tire differences what are the big differences in performance / durability between P and Z classes?
thanks

WaterDR

The options are endless, but important consideration must be made to intended use, where you live and budget.

If your stang is a daily driver but used at the track, you could have a set of all season, and a set for running at the track. Or, go with a performance tire and avoid the snow.

Regarding the letter ratings, these are called "speed ratings". This is related to how much heat the tire can withstand. Use this table below for reference:

P - 93 miles per hour
Q - 99 miles per hour
S - 112 miles per hour
T - 118 miles per hour
U -124 miles per hour
H - 130 miles per hour
V - 149 miles per hour
W - 168 miles per hour
Y -186 miles per hour
Z - 149+

In the case of the mustang, you generally need a W, Y, or a Z rated tire. Snow tires, however, are rated less.

BTW, the stock rims are actually 7.5 x 17 but commonally called 8 inch wide.

For a good all-season tire, I would use this Continental Tire:

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....omCompare1=yes

For a summer only tire, these are GREAT choices for the money:

Kuhmo Ecsta Supra 712:
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....omCompare1=yes

Sumi HTRZ II:
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....omCompare1=yes

Yoko AVS ES 1000

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....omCompare1=yes

A good choice might be to use a perf summer tire and then a all-season tire in the winter is you think snow could be an issue. Of course, there is always the option of a snow tire too if you live where snow is heavy and must drive the Mustang.

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