Nitto 555r, kumho mx, or BFG KDW2

whitethunder46 · 10-24-2005, 04:34 PM

Hello everyone. I will be getting 18X9 in front and 18X10 in rear. Here are my options. Nitto 555 275/35/18 in front and 555R 305/35/18 in rear. This is one option. My other choice is either Kumho MX or BFG G-force KDW2. Sizes would be 275/35/18 front and 295/35/18 rear. I understand the Nitto 555R is a drag radial and would be awesome to have a 305 in the rear, as the kumho and bfg do not make 305. I'm a little weary of a drag radial in the rain tho. PLEASE give me all input, opinions, and first hand experiences with these tires. I've seen alot of good things about the 555's, a little more pricey then the other too tho. Why havent I've seen much on the Kumho MX, they seem like great tires?? Thanks again

MineralGT · 10-24-2005, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by whitethunder46

Hello everyone. I will be getting 18X9 in front and 18X10 in rear. Here are my options. Nitto 555 275/35/18 in front and 555R 305/35/18 in rear. This is one option. My other choice is either Kumho MX or BFG G-force KDW2. Sizes would be 275/35/18 front and 295/35/18 rear. I understand the Nitto 555R is a drag radial and would be awesome to have a 305 in the rear, as the kumho and bfg do not make 305. I'm a little weary of a drag radial in the rain tho. PLEASE give me all input, opinions, and first hand experiences with these tires. I've seen alot of good things about the 555's, a little more pricey then the other too tho. Why havent I've seen much on the Kumho MX, they seem like great tires?? Thanks again

If you get Nitto's get 265/35/R18 in front and 295 or 305/35/R18, I have the DR's but will not buy them again. They are nice tires but the tread life is only 15,000 and they kinda suck in the rain. I'm gonna get the 555's all around next time My .02.

WaterDR · 10-24-2005, 06:19 PM

The MX is supposed to be a really great tire. I have had the 712's but no personal experience with any of those you mentioned.

spike_africa · 10-25-2005, 09:03 AM

I really enjoy the nitto 555R i have 275/40/17 they do wear fast (duh its a drag radial and has to be soft to hook good) but the extra traction is well worth it. if you drag race alot and want the extra traction its worth it. i have 14k mile son mine they are blad in the middle with a little tread on the outside (becuase i have a 275 on a 8" rim) but they are still good for another 2kmiles or so i would say and still hook great. But like i said if you dont drag race alot its not worth it at all.

I Now have falkens on the front they were $101 and are great so far and very quiet i would recomend them so far.

jeredan2003 · 10-25-2005, 09:13 AM

I had the Nitto 555R's on mine. I hated that they only lasted like 7 months. They only gave me slightly better traction during everyday driving. The handling will suffer because they have a soft sidewall. I would recommend just buying a sticky street tire like BFG's KD, Eagle F1 GS- D3, or Potenza S-02. You dont have to worry about treadlife as much. you will have much better handling, and they will do well in the rain. I think street tires are a much better investment if you are not strictly racing the car.

whitethunder46 · 10-25-2005, 12:29 PM

I do majority street driving, but want to make about 2 or 3 runs at the track next year, just to see what I'll be able to do. I'm leaning towards the Kumho MX's right now, 295/35 in the rear. I'll have 18x9's in the front, I've noticed that Saleen's come stock with 265/35 in front, is there a reason they dont usd a 275? If theres not a HUGE difference between the two, I'm planning on getting 265 in front, it'll give the illusion of a larger tire in back, although it's still 295.

wythors · 10-29-2005, 12:32 PM

The Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D3 is hands down the best tire I have ever owned. They are smooth and quiet and the grip is fantastic. Living in the Seattle area, I can tell you that the wet traction is phenomenal. Check out the reviews here. This is a great tire. Having driven the BFG's before, there's no comparison. Further, there's no way I would ever consider putting a Korean tire on an American muscle car. That just ain't right.

WaterDR · 10-29-2005, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by wythors

Further, there's no way I would ever consider putting a Korean tire on an American muscle car. That just ain't right.

You have a point, but hey, I have SLP stuff on my stang too. I will stick with Korean tires all day long as long as they keep making them the way the do and giving them away at the prices they charge.

rada · 11-23-2005, 02:56 PM

I've had BFG KDW2s for over a year. The ware great, and have no problem grabbing when I want them to. I rotate them evey 4000 miles. They come with a 400 or 420 tread wear rating (I think, need to run out to the car and check.) I'm running the stock size 245/45 R17. Plan on getting more BFGs when I get my new 18x9 and 1810 Bullitts in.

*madmatt* · 11-24-2005, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by wythors

The Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D3 is hands down the best tire I have ever owned. They are smooth and quiet and the grip is fantastic. Living in the Seattle area, I can tell you that the wet traction is phenomenal. Check out the reviews here. This is a great tire. Having driven the BFG's before, there's no comparison. Further, there's no way I would ever consider putting a Korean tire on an American muscle car. That just ain't right.

Thats gotta be one of the dumbest things Ive heard. What, you think most of the things on your car are American? Just an opinion, but until you try it, dont badmouth it. They are great tires and even better for the amount they charge for them.

stanger00 · 11-24-2005, 01:17 PM

why would you want to drag race with a 18" wheel. dont even bother with drag radials. i got street tires on my 18's 285/35 555's all the way around. they are never on my car though thats why i got bald drag radials.

*madmatt* · 11-24-2005, 01:41 PM

Yea, he makes a great point with that. Maybe look into buying just a set that you are happy with for the street, and buy a pair of 15 or 16 in weld wheels with a pair of ET streets or MT drag radials on them, I garantee youll hook with those.

Blk02stang · 11-24-2005, 03:15 PM

I've had the BFG kdw2's and they last awhile and do great in the rain. They come factory on the SRT-4's. My couple friends have nitto 555 drag radials (mustang and a lightning) and they've lasted about 15k miles. Khumo MX's i have on my g/f's mustang and they arent they great at all...lasted almost a year and spin easily...she's got a stock '00 GT and drives like an old lady. I'm puttin BFG g-force drag radial 2's on my stock 16's and use just for racing since they have a low life span.

10-24-2005, 04:34 PM	#1 (permalink)
whitethunder46 Always Detailin' Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Dayton, OH Posts: 3,556	Nitto 555r, kumho mx, or BFG KDW2 Hello everyone. I will be getting 18X9 in front and 18X10 in rear. Here are my options. Nitto 555 275/35/18 in front and 555R 305/35/18 in rear. This is one option. My other choice is either Kumho MX or BFG G-force KDW2. Sizes would be 275/35/18 front and 295/35/18 rear. I understand the Nitto 555R is a drag radial and would be awesome to have a 305 in the rear, as the kumho and bfg do not make 305. I'm a little weary of a drag radial in the rain tho. PLEASE give me all input, opinions, and first hand experiences with these tires. I've seen alot of good things about the 555's, a little more pricey then the other too tho. Why havent I've seen much on the Kumho MX, they seem like great tires?? Thanks again __________________ supernissans.net 2001 Mustang GT - Saleen Replica - SOLD 2007 Nissan Sentra 2.0S http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3022272

10-24-2005, 06:19 PM	#3 (permalink)
WaterDR Administrator Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 6,366	The MX is supposed to be a really great tire. I have had the 712's but no personal experience with any of those you mentioned. __________________ Black 2000 GT Vert: Novi-2000 with Intercooler (375rwhp @ 9 psi); Tune by Kauffmans; Roush 380R Body kit; Steeda Subframes; Steeda Strut Tower Support; Deep Dish Bullets; FRPP 4:10's; SCT 4 Position Chip with four custom tunes; Steeda CAI; C&L Pleum; BBK 75 TB; SLP Loudmouth; SLP Catted X-Pipe; Bullitt Suspension; UPR Conrol Arms; Focus Fuel Pump My Car My Email

10-25-2005, 09:03 AM	#4 (permalink)
spike_africa Administrator Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Orlando,Florida Posts: 7,135	I really enjoy the nitto 555R i have 275/40/17 they do wear fast (duh its a drag radial and has to be soft to hook good) but the extra traction is well worth it. if you drag race alot and want the extra traction its worth it. i have 14k mile son mine they are blad in the middle with a little tread on the outside (becuase i have a 275 on a 8" rim) but they are still good for another 2kmiles or so i would say and still hook great. But like i said if you dont drag race alot its not worth it at all. I Now have falkens on the front they were $101 and are great so far and very quiet i would recomend them so far. __________________ Dustin 2002 GT Mustang 5-Speed Drag Radials,Sprayed,Powershifted WOOO HOOOO!

10-25-2005, 09:13 AM	#5 (permalink)
jeredan2003 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Murfreesboro, TN Posts: 1,788	I had the Nitto 555R's on mine. I hated that they only lasted like 7 months. They only gave me slightly better traction during everyday driving. The handling will suffer because they have a soft sidewall. I would recommend just buying a sticky street tire like BFG's KD, Eagle F1 GS- D3, or Potenza S-02. You dont have to worry about treadlife as much. you will have much better handling, and they will do well in the rain. I think street tires are a much better investment if you are not strictly racing the car. __________________ 2003 DSG GT 5-speed Hellion 62mm and Flowmaster catback..... My bonestock 2v engine had been through 2 years of NX 100 shot, 3 years running 8-12lbs vortech s-trim, got into boost daily while racing on the weekends, had 157,000 miles on it, and was running like new

10-25-2005, 12:29 PM	#6 (permalink)
whitethunder46 Always Detailin' Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Dayton, OH Posts: 3,556	I do majority street driving, but want to make about 2 or 3 runs at the track next year, just to see what I'll be able to do. I'm leaning towards the Kumho MX's right now, 295/35 in the rear. I'll have 18x9's in the front, I've noticed that Saleen's come stock with 265/35 in front, is there a reason they dont usd a 275? If theres not a HUGE difference between the two, I'm planning on getting 265 in front, it'll give the illusion of a larger tire in back, although it's still 295. __________________ supernissans.net 2001 Mustang GT - Saleen Replica - SOLD 2007 Nissan Sentra 2.0S http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3022272

10-29-2005, 12:32 PM	#7 (permalink)
wythors Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 114	The Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D3 is hands down the best tire I have ever owned. They are smooth and quiet and the grip is fantastic. Living in the Seattle area, I can tell you that the wet traction is phenomenal. Check out the reviews here. This is a great tire. Having driven the BFG's before, there's no comparison. Further, there's no way I would ever consider putting a Korean tire on an American muscle car. That just ain't right.

11-23-2005, 02:56 PM	#9 (permalink)
rada Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Brea, CA Posts: 270	I've had BFG KDW2s for over a year. The ware great, and have no problem grabbing when I want them to. I rotate them evey 4000 miles. They come with a 400 or 420 tread wear rating (I think, need to run out to the car and check.) I'm running the stock size 245/45 R17. Plan on getting more BFGs when I get my new 18x9 and 1810 Bullitts in. __________________ 01 Oxford White GT GO: MAC Cold Air Intake Accufab 70mm Throttlebody & Plenum Steeda T45 Short Throw Shifter Steeda Underdrive Pulleys Flowmaster Delta 40s 3.73 Gears MAC 2.5" Dual Catalytic H-Pipes 18x9 & 18x10 Black/Chrome Bullitts w/ Sumitomo HTRZ IIs Back: 285/35/R18 Front: 265/35/R18 SHOW: Mach 1 Grill Delete Chin Spoiler Sequential Tailights Redline QuickLIFT Elite Hood Struts Honeycomb Trim Panel Black Reflective "MUSTANG" lettering RADA's CarDomain Page

11-24-2005, 01:41 PM	#12 (permalink)
madmatt Traitor...lol Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Lexington, SC Posts: 7,912	Yea, he makes a great point with that. Maybe look into buying just a set that you are happy with for the street, and buy a pair of 15 or 16 in weld wheels with a pair of ET streets or MT drag radials on them, I garantee youll hook with those. __________________ RPMPlanets

11-24-2005, 03:15 PM	#13 (permalink)
Blk02stang I 8urvtec!! Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Va Posts: 815	I've had the BFG kdw2's and they last awhile and do great in the rain. They come factory on the SRT-4's. My couple friends have nitto 555 drag radials (mustang and a lightning) and they've lasted about 15k miles. Khumo MX's i have on my g/f's mustang and they arent they great at all...lasted almost a year and spin easily...she's got a stock '00 GT and drives like an old lady. I'm puttin BFG g-force drag radial 2's on my stock 16's and use just for racing since they have a low life span. __________________ New toys '07 F-150 black on black and completely blacked out! '96 Mitsu eclipse RS: 'jus your average 2nd gen with a small block 331c.i. and a few bolt-on goodies(175shot) and rwd...1st one to be done! SOLD 2004 GT Annv. edition. Custom Exhaust: o/r X pipe: Eibach Sportline full suspension: Clutchmasters stage 4 clutch: K&N filter: Steeda Tri-ax shifter: Mach 1 shift knob: BFG Drag radials: Compucar "nitrous-n-a-bag" 80-shot Stage I, Compucar Wet kit 125shot stage II

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