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Old Apr 15, 2012 | 04:50 PM
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Kuhmo Ecsta LE Sport?

Anyone have any experience with these? Looking to get a set in 235/40/18.
Was trying to pick between these or Bridgestone S0-4 Pole Positions. The Kuhmo tires would save me $300 for the set. Nice savings if I can get equal or similar performance.

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Old Apr 15, 2012 | 04:57 PM
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I have the ecsta STX on my TBSS and i love them great tire. I know its different series but its a performance truck tire. Id buy from them again.
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Old Apr 16, 2012 | 04:10 PM
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I own the Kuhmo's and I'd say they are slightly better than the stock conti's, but better in the rain.
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Old Apr 17, 2012 | 02:19 AM
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I wouldnt expect themto perform anywhete near was good ur talking about 75 less per tire then the other brand. Id go with a better tire.
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Old Apr 17, 2012 | 03:27 PM
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There are many tires in between the Kumho and Bridgestone (price wise), but its safe to say that as you go up in price you will see a modest improvement in grip (wet and dry) but mostly at the limit of the car....

for the money, Kumho's are fine, but consider the Bridgestone Potenza RE760 or Yokohama S.drive for plenty of grip and a little longer expected life.

Our most recent test of the Kumho's is here
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