swap out run flats + 3rd row seats

[two-five boy]

Originally Posted by Ag4.8

Have been fine. No problems in rain and haven't had them in the snow yet. I am in Cinci so doubt will be much of an issue. I only got 14000 miles out of the Dunlops; these have 9000 miles (replaced all 4) with no signs of wear.

Good to know! I'm looking at these as replacements when my dunlops wear out. I was wondering if the contis were "too good to be true" considering its price and wear rating. Any loss of performance noticed vs. the dunlops at all?

[terry.s]

what about one of these?

[Lubehead]

No, I don't think so...., I imagine living with it would be a pain in the ass. I'd rather have run flats!

[vtmikev]

(Terry.s).....Not to mention the > $3000 price tag!

[Ag4.8]

Originally Posted by two-five boy

Good to know! I'm looking at these as replacements when my dunlops wear out. I was wondering if the contis were "too good to be true" considering its price and wear rating. Any loss of performance noticed vs. the dunlops at all?

Well the ride is less firm. THey are quieter.

Performance wise, they don't feel as sharp as the Dunlops (to me anyway). It could just be my imagination, I suppose.

[bd3500]

Terry, where did you find the rear tire mount?

Thanks

[two-five boy]

Originally Posted by bd3500

Terry, where did you find the rear tire mount?

Thanks

I believe that's an optional accessory available in the Aussie mkt. (Outback Country haha)

[apw2607]

I replaced the oem tires with these continentals on my x5. The wheel size is 20". Although I found the comfort factor improved significantly and reduced tire noise considerably I do find these tires rather disappointing for handling/cornering. I think the issue is the softer tire wall.

Overall it's a bit of a trade off ..

Pros:
Long tire life
Lower cost
Quiet
Improved comfort on rough roads
All season tires

Cons:
Poorer handling/cornering
Not as "convenient" as run flats - requires mobility kit or spare.

[terry.s]

here is the link

BMW Group Australia > BMW Owner > Genuine BMW Accessories > X5 Spare Wheel Carrier > Introduction

problem own here in Australia is that you can be 2000km from a dealer, or even a tyre shop that carries anything other than tyres for a Landcruiser!

I was 2.5 hours from Sydney and had a nail in the runflats on my E92 coupe, and it was going to be 3 days till they could get a tyre. I just got them to put on a standard tyre in the same size(I had to try 4 different shops and drive an hour before I could find one in the right size).

The run flats down here are a stupid price as well. The 20" on my E70 they want close to $1000 a tyre.

I'm going to see how much the wheel carrier is. I its no good, i'm going to go with standard tyres and slime as my backup.