muikabochi 208 Posted October 22, 2010 Share Posted October 22, 2010 OK so I really need to change my snow tyres this year. But I know very little about them. Actually not really anything, tyres don't particularly interest me. Anyone really into this and perhaps explain or recommend any? Or is it just a case of they are pretty much all the same just different brands and a bit of a difference in price? I went to my local trusted garage yesterday and they gave me a quote on the set. Don't know whether to get into it or just go "yep that sounds good get it done". Link to post Share on other sites
Chriselle 158 Posted October 22, 2010 Share Posted October 22, 2010 What size do you need? Depending on the tire you could check out Yahoo auctions. Sometimes there are good deals to be had for tires used for a season or two. Anything older and the rubber starts to harden up. If buying new definitely shop around. Link to post Share on other sites
muikabochi 208 Posted October 22, 2010 Author Share Posted October 22, 2010 Thanks Chriselle... but you have totally lost me there! Why would I want to buy second hand tyres? The ones I have are old, the reason I need to change is because I need new ones! The idea of faffing about on auctions and the like does not appeal either. I think I'd rather just go to these guys with instructions to get it done while I have a cup of coffee and read the "Sports" newspaper. Link to post Share on other sites
Chriselle 158 Posted October 22, 2010 Share Posted October 22, 2010 Because snow tires last several seasons and you can get very good quality tires at usually less than half you'd pay for new. I bought new last season but the set of tires I got before that had one season on them and still had the little rubber stubbies on them. Got them for about 30% new. If you have a small car the savings aren't really worth the effort....thus I inquired as to what you're driving..but IF you drive a Land Cruiser like me then your talking "new iPad" kind of savings. Link to post Share on other sites
muikabochi 208 Posted October 22, 2010 Author Share Posted October 22, 2010 No still not getting you! Snow tyres don't last that long when you live in snow country, perhaps yours don't get worn down as much. Buying used ones not only sounds like a lot of hassle and making me do it more often but also false economy. Link to post Share on other sites
Jynxx 4 Posted October 22, 2010 Share Posted October 22, 2010 Really? How long do they last in snow country? Do the locals just put chains on then? Link to post Share on other sites
rider69 18 Posted October 22, 2010 Share Posted October 22, 2010 To save money you can buy direct from Taihei tire. A great little site for used auto stuff they give ratings for tires etc. http://www.taihei-tire.co.jp/ Link to post Share on other sites
muikabochi 208 Posted October 22, 2010 Author Share Posted October 22, 2010 Don't want used tyres!! Anyone with any thoughts on new ones at all? Link to post Share on other sites
rider69 18 Posted October 23, 2010 Share Posted October 23, 2010 It is not always used tires they get over stock as well and sell cheap. They work with the car auctions to get parts and stock. http://www.consumersearch.com/snow-tires Link to post Share on other sites
NoFakie 45 Posted October 23, 2010 Share Posted October 23, 2010 I like Ipad type savings! Even if you don't want s/h rubber, some s/h wheels will save you a few trips to nice yakiniku. Loads of chains on Yahoo Auctions too if city folks are reading this. My car came with some s/h chains I don't need and look unused, but it looks like I wouldn't get 1000 yen for them. Something similar in Autobacs goes for well over 10,000 yen. Link to post Share on other sites
sanjo 2 Posted October 23, 2010 Share Posted October 23, 2010 muika there's a place near me that does new tyres for great prices. You'll be able to have ipad type savings - and also be able to buy ipad2 when others need to replace their worn out second-hands sooner than you do! Bargain. Give me a call Link to post Share on other sites
snowdude 44 Posted October 23, 2010 Share Posted October 23, 2010 Not sure if you have Autobacs in Niigata, but if you do go there from now until around mid november you can get a set of tyres cheaper than if you wait until december, as they will be selling last years un sold stock first at a cheaper price to get rid of them for the new stock. They are perfectly good brand new tyres, the only reason they are cheaper is because they are last years model. Unless you absolutely must have the latest model you might want to try that. I too have to buy two sets of snow tyres this year for two cars, even if I do change the car, so I too am looking for the cheapest way. In yamanashi Autobacs is probably going to be my best option, you may wish to try that too or what ever motorist shop you have there! Link to post Share on other sites
muikabochi 208 Posted October 23, 2010 Author Share Posted October 23, 2010 Thanks sanjo and snowdude. Quote: Unless you absolutely must have the latest model you might want to try that. Not at all, like I said I'm not interested in the subject of tyres really, its just something I have to do. Ta! Link to post Share on other sites
Chriselle 158 Posted October 23, 2010 Share Posted October 23, 2010 Muika, for example.. These are just from a random yahoo tire page I picked out. Snow country or not the economics are sound if you know what you're looking for and are interested in tires... http://page11.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/n93751494 http://page5.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/e108298547 Link to post Share on other sites
grungy-gonads 54 Posted October 23, 2010 Share Posted October 23, 2010 But... but... but.. he's said he's not.... quite clearly....a few times Link to post Share on other sites
@tokyo 14 Posted October 23, 2010 Share Posted October 23, 2010 Are they your tyres you're trying to flog Chriselle?! Link to post Share on other sites
Chriselle 158 Posted October 23, 2010 Share Posted October 23, 2010 Originally Posted By: sanjo muika there's a place near me that does new tyres for great prices. You'll be able to have ipad type savings - and also be able to buy ipad2 when others need to replace their worn out second-hands sooner than you do! Bargain. Give me a call Really. Look..I know tires....just trust me..I KNOW tires. Link to post Share on other sites
muikabochi 208 Posted October 23, 2010 Author Share Posted October 23, 2010 Er, good for you! I don't and don't want to! The thought of spending my time on auctions of all places to try and bag some second hand tyres actually makes me laugh. If it floats your particular boat though, so be it! Link to post Share on other sites
Chriselle 158 Posted October 23, 2010 Share Posted October 23, 2010 Originally Posted By: @tokyo Are they your tyres you're trying to flog Chriselle?! Noooo.... Mine are on the next page.. No, I don't have a horse in this but I was in the business and kinda know whats up with tires. That's all....over and out. Link to post Share on other sites
big-will 7 Posted October 25, 2010 Share Posted October 25, 2010 Do you recommend one "brand" over others Chriselle? Link to post Share on other sites
Chriselle 158 Posted October 25, 2010 Share Posted October 25, 2010 Hey, I'd like to appologize to Muika for my persistence on the "old stock/used" thing. That avenue isn't for everyone. Big-will....depends on the car and where you are doing your winter driving. Tire models based on conditions are different in Hokkaido than they are for Honshu. The Bridgestone Blizzak series sets the bar but any of the other major companies (Toyo, Yokohama, Falken and Dunlop) in Japan have their contenders. Falken and Dunlop (Graspic series) seem to focus on "performance" which I've found kinda perplexing....I just want sticky not a glorified all season tire. I would stay away from the budget Korean Kumho or Hankook like you can get at Autobacs but even those companies have a few nicer models. I have Toyo Tranpaths on my Landcruiser and they are pretty good with a good balance between softness and durability. The Blizzaks I had on before were too soft for Shizuoka driving and didn't wear as well. Blizzaks are GREAT tires but they ain't cheap and they don't quite last as long as some of the others. Link to post Share on other sites
muikabochi 208 Posted October 26, 2010 Author Share Posted October 26, 2010 No need to apologize The local garage guys are seem to be talking about Blizzaks. Link to post Share on other sites
rider69 18 Posted October 26, 2010 Share Posted October 26, 2010 You really cant go wrong with new tires from the major brands. Some tires though are better for black ice and some handle the deep snow better. Your local guys would stock more tires that would suit your area. I have had blizzaks, Toyo and Yokohama tires and all have seemed about the same. Link to post Share on other sites
iiyamadude 6 Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 My mate who works at a place that stocks Yokohama and Toyo, personally swears by Blizzak. Got me a good deal last time too. Link to post Share on other sites
pickled mushhead 0 Posted October 28, 2010 Share Posted October 28, 2010 Originally Posted By: iiyamadude My mate who works at a place that stocks Yokohama and Toyo, personally swears by Blizzak. Got me a good deal last time too. Kind of a good sign if his company is wanting to flog the other brands! Link to post Share on other sites
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