I was wondering if I could reach out all of you out there who have been running on 18" or 19" aftermarket rims with high performance tires for quite some time now (i.e. Toyo T1-R, Hankook Sport K104's, Nitto 555's, Toyo Proxes 4, etc.). I'm interested in seeing what some real #'s are from people, relative to the # of miles they've been able to put on any of these tires before having to replace them. If you could also indicate whether you are running a staggered setup or not, and how much city/highway driving you do, as these factors obviously impact tire life. I'm going to be ordering some 18's or 19's, and I drive 20K-25K miles a year....so mileage on a tire is the most important factor for me. I've talked to both Toyo & Hankook rep's, but they can't put a finger on the #'s exactly...Hankook said average is 20K miles on the K104's; Toyo said T1-R's approx 25-30K miles....and the Proxes 4 slightly higher (up to 35K miles). I've also heard of someone getting 55K miles out of the Nitto 555's. Any insight on this would be greatly appreciated, or recommendations on tire brands that would work best for me (sizes I'm considering are: 245/35/19 front & 275/30/19 rear if I do a staggered setup and if I go non-staggered: 245/35/19's all around). I've done a search, but couldn't find anything....if there is already one out there, if you could point me in the right direction as well.

Thanks all !

 

I had my rear OEM 17" RS-A that lasted me 11,500 miles. Then I got Pilot Sport A/S next and that lasted another 15K. Now I am on T1-R and larger 19" rim. We'll see how that goes..

3rd set in 1 year. I drive 80 miles a day and 80% highway with nothing in the car but me. Avg speed on highway is about 80 with no traffic. However, I do floor it on onramps and whenever I feel like it.

 

T1S' lasted just about a year driving spiritedly. that is of course with small camber. probably would've gone a month or so longer if i frequently flipped the tires.

 

Bump....I was really hoping for a bit more feedback. Thanks.

 

S03's 245/35/19, 275/35/19

Toe/camber settings:
F: 0.10 total toe /-1.8 camber each side
R: 0.28 total toe / -2.6 camber each side

Milage: approx 8k miles
F: 85% tread left, wearing flat
R: 65% tread left, wearing on inside a little more.

I drive aggressively at times, but more of my weekend touring cruiser.

 

Thanks Kenchan....that's at least some info. for me to digest & can help.