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Old 09-14-2012, 06:42 PM
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Michelin Defender Tires - Any reviews?

I want to buy these tires for my 2004 G35 Sedan. Any feedback or comments?

http://www.discounttire.com/dtcs/fin...14185&sw=false
 
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Old 09-15-2012, 07:36 PM
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They're ok for around town going from a to b but they are a economy tire. The primacy would be better if you want ride quality, and the pilots would be better for performance.
 
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Old 09-15-2012, 09:05 PM
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hmmm... temperature rating of B? i haven't seen a decent/major-brand tire with a B-rating in awhile...
 
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Old 09-17-2012, 03:22 PM
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I'm not after performance tires this time around as they wear very quickly. My driving style is not as aggressive and I'm looking for a tire that will last a long time... I've read many reviews on these tires on other cars in different sizes but I'm looking to see if anyone is using them on their G Sedan.
 
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Old 09-18-2012, 02:35 PM
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If you're looking for a tire that will last you for a really long time, those will definitely do the trick! I think most people on Driver though go for tires with a bit higher performance, at least when comparing to those.
 
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Longer life, better ride, quiet, and good a/s traction is their strong suit. They have been out about 6 mo now and doing really well. Better tire than the Hydroedge it replaced.
 
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Old 09-18-2012, 08:32 PM
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Thanks for all the help guys!
 
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Old 09-23-2012, 04:20 PM
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Consider the Primacy MXV4 (V rating)
 
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Michelin tires are great but your life may depend on what's between you and the road!
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As long as you get the correct speed rating you are fine. Which they do make the 215/55R17 in a V rating which is what you need to run.
 
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I wanted to give an update on this thread. I got the Michelin Defender tires and they run great. So far I have seen 10-15% increase in gas mileage. I will report more updates as time goes. Thanks!
 
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They are great tires, but on a G I'd go with the primacy mxv4. But as long as your happy is all that matters, michellin makes great tires which is why I have them on my G!
 
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