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[bigboyscottyb]

Hey all

I am in desperate need for a new set of tires for the outback due to baldness... I have 2 options that are about equally priced, the kumho ku31 and federal 595 (give or take $50)

I have had a set of the kumho's before and for a daily they are great but never had any experience with the 595's, what are people's opinions/likes/dislikes..?

[SAV84C]

Are you worried about the correct load rating?

[bigboyscottyb]

Nope load rating doesn't bother me, as long as they are about what the standard on the car is I'm happy... Hey josh do ya still want this strut brace..?

[Mitch.]

Ive had both and i prefer the 595's

[Shaz]

I'd go the Federals too. I've had them, and they are awesome.

[QuangB]

just curious what model of the 595 is everyone comparing RS-R, rpm or evo?
Thanks

[jakefake]

I've had 2 sets of RSR's and they are the best bang for buck.
at around $170 each, you can't really go wrong.

[Mitch.]

currently running RS-R's

[QuangB]

How many kms do you typically get from them? The RSR's are a soft tyre and on a heavy car.
Are they good in the wet?
Has anyone used the lower models? sorry to hijack bigboyscottyb but just digging up more info for both of us

[jakefake]

I've had my rsrs for about 15,000ks and there still great. I've also had the cheapest 595s but they are no comparison to the rsr.
And only 35 cheaper per corner

[SAV84C]

I've had my rsrs for about 15,000ks and there still great. I've also had the cheapest 595s but they are no comparison to the rsr.
And only 35 cheaper per corner

Of coarse the RSRs are no comparision... They are designed for circuit

http://www.federalti...cts_detail_sn=5

[jakefake]

Cartel Online.com.au

FEDERAL 595 RS-R Special Pricing

195/50R15 $110
205/45R16 $135
205/50R15 $115
205/50R16 $120
215/40R17 $140
215/45R17 $140
225/40R18 $165
225/45R17 $145
235/40R17 $150
235/40R18 $165
235/45R17 $150
245/35R18 $175
255/35R18 $195
255/40R17 $165
265/35R18 $190
285/30R18 $220

[nickknack]

Really? Can't find them on their store, got a link?

And how many kms are people getting out of their RS-Rs given they are (sort of) a semi-slick?

[Maverickxxx]

Just gonna throw this out there.

I'm running Nexen N6000's and they are by far the best bang for buck tyres I have ever had.

Compared to achillies STR sports, KU31's and 595's

[justrad]

I was thinking getting some 595 rsr, and I've heard about federal rsr 595 are good tyres, and good/ great reviews...is it, good in wet?Are they good in, daily drive tyres? How about the lifespan/ threadlife on this tyres? Ive used ku31 tyres before and they are good, at the moment I've got on Bridgestone potenza. Any suggestion for a daily drive tyres?

[Liberty]

I've got Bridgestone Potenza's as well. They were on the car when I bought it. How do they go compared to the others mentioned on this topic? My cousin told me that they are a pretty good tyre.

[skillionaire]

Hi,

Potenza's are a very good tyre. You pay for them though!

Cheers,
Nik