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    Conti or Michelin?

    Guys

    I know there has been a fair bit of discussion lately on tyres but I too am up for new tyres and I have narrowed it down to either Conti SC3 or Michelin PS3 on my SRi-T (225/40 R18)

    My OE tyres are the Conti SC2's that I've been very happy with. Does anyone know the difference between SC2 and SC3?

    Also I know the Michelin PS2's are better than PS3's but are they worth the extra?

    The prices I've been quoted do far are as follows:
    a) Conti SC3 $370
    b) Michelin PS3 $450
    c) Michelin PS2 $505
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    I've driven on PS2 and SC2's and the PS2's win hands down. never driven on a tyre as good.
    both are still a superb tyre.

    can't comment on the PS3's.
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    here you go, mate
    http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/4-x-New-2...item43a72979c8

    save you at least $120 for each!!!
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    I'll vote for CS3s as ive rolled on CS2s aswell as yourself and highly rate them
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    Awesome thanks guys really appreciate your help.

    I think I'll go for the SC3's on eBay but if I miss these I'll think I may try the Michelin PS3's
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    We use both on customer cars at work, the Michelins tend to last longer and grip better, the Contis are quieter though.

    Personally have found the Michelins to be better, could not believe how much grip my old Pilot Sports had, even on the drag strip with 10% tread left =)
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    Click here to enlarge Originally Posted by HoldenAstra Click here to enlarge
    here you go, mate
    http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/4-x-New-2...item43a72979c8

    save you at least $120 for each!!!
    Thanks mate, just bought these CS3's and saved myself a packet even after paying for shipping and fitment I will be miles ahead.

    Does anyone know a good place that can properly balance and fit tyres for a good price in Melbourne. I live in Camberwell so would prefer something out east.
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    Click here to enlarge Originally Posted by Milesy Click here to enlarge
    Thanks mate, just bought these CS3's and saved myself a packet even after paying for shipping and fitment I will be miles ahead.

    Does anyone know a good place that can properly balance and fit tyres for a good price in Melbourne. I live in Camberwell so would prefer something out east.
    Couple of places on Toorak Rd to choose from in Camberwell!!
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    Such as?
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    Theres a Beaurepairs and Kmart Tyre and Auto both on Toorak Rd in the Camberwell area, theres a 3rd place but have forgotten the name.
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