[John R]

I am looking at replacing the OEM wheels with 18” ones and would like advice purchasing a quiet, smooth riding tire that will help tame the firm suspension. We don’t see a lot of snow, so that is not a big concern.
Thanks

 

[CrzRani]

Oh boy, this is Pandora's box. There is quite a few postings in the wheels and tires section of the forum, especially on 18's. I don't live in the snow or need it for that purpose, but I just swapped out my 20's for 18's and I had Falken WildPeak AT 255/55/18's installed. I don't notice much road noise difference, but I do notice a heck of a smoother ride, especially over any road pits, irregular road changes or speed bumps.

 

[stevenD]

Lots of thread here, with lots of reccomendations...

 

[John R]

Lots of thread here, with lots of reccomendations...

Not for my specific question. What is the softest, most compliant tire to dampen the stiff ride of the PP ?
If you would be gracious enough to point me to a post that addressed this I would appreciate it.

 

[John R]

Oh boy, this is Pandora's box. There is quite a few postings in the wheels and tires section of the forum, especially on 18's. I don't live in the snow or need it for that purpose, but I just swapped out my 20's for 18's and I had Falken WildPeak AT 255/55/18's installed. I don't notice much road noise difference, but I do notice a heck of a smoother ride, especially over any road pits, irregular road changes or speed bumps.

Thanks for the reply, I will take a look at them.

 

[G2_ITM]

I am looking at replacing the OEM wheels with 18” ones and would like advice purchasing a quiet, smooth riding tire that will help tame the firm suspension. We don’t see a lot of snow, so that is not a big concern.
Thanks

I would probably consider the Michelin Latitude Tour or the Bridgestone Dueler LX for your criteria. Maybe the Yokohama YK-CTX too.

 

[Mike D]

And I'd like an oil recommendation too.