Anyone get over 20K miles on their Dunlop 20's ?

[Kief]

Originally Posted by ring007

Just replaced the dunlops on my wife's 3.5d. They lasted about 13k miles but were very very noisy and all of them cupped on the shoulders. Truly terrible tires. We replaced them with the same bridgestones that came with the X5M. Almost 1/2 the price of the Dunlops and last a lot longer while being quieter as well. I cannot believe the poor quality of the Dunlops.

Thanks for the feedback Brian...I thought I was the only one!

How's the CR and GT3RS been treating you? Any more pics? I'm still dreaming about my 991...

[ring007]

Your welcome Ryan. Thanks for asking. RS is spectacular, already have 10 track days in this year and plans for 25 more. The Cayman R is a wonderful piece of track machinery. The chassis is too good that I find myself flat-out in several sections of the track from the confidence inspiring handling. My wife broke the PSM last week and it has some engine malfunction warnings so it is at the dealer for a checkup. I'm sure it is all software issues.

You defin should buy a 991. They are incredible, and the cabs are fantastic sounding, looking, with outstanding performance. Go with the two tone agate/grey full leather interior (I hate grey interiors typically, but this time it looks awesome) and a basalt black or guards red exterior.

I find myself coveting a Cayenne GTS, so not sure how much longer my X5M is going to be around......

Originally Posted by Kief

Thanks for the feedback Brian...I thought I was the only one!

How's the CR and GT3RS been treating you? Any more pics? I'm still dreaming about my 991...

[alexmish]

As of yesterday, I have 17,600 miles on my 20" Dunlops. Front tires are down to 5/32, rears are around 6.5/32. I can see easily making it to 22-25K miles before considering replacing!

80%+ highway driving (NJ) - mix asphalt and concrete, rough surface.

[BGM]

Originally Posted by alexmish

As of yesterday, I have 17,600 miles on my 20" Dunlops. Front tires are down to 5/32, rears are around 6.5/32. I can see easily making it to 22-25K miles before considering replacing!

80%+ highway driving (NJ) - mix asphalt and concrete, rough surface.

That's what mine are measuring at and I have the same 17K miles on them. I'm thinking replace in about 7K more miles--main concern would be wet traction and here in TX any kind of raining won't be until November.

[alexinca]

Hi All,
My wife and I both have 2012 X5 35ds. (I ordered myself one and she took it over, so I bought another one).

My wife's X5 has 13k miles on it. The treadwear is less than 1mm now, and it had severe cupping. We live in Southern CA and she drives back and forth to work (mostly freeway). I have to have the car aligned and get new tires. Dealer is offering me a pretty solid price (after a little negotiation), but it's on the same Dunlop tires. Dealer is offering Dunlop or Michelin for $1500 or $2500 respectively. Looks like some of you bought bridgestones? Any advice you all can give would be great. I'd like this next set to last longer than 13k miles if possible ... WOuld really appreciate anyone's input. Need to make a decision asap as the car is sitting at the dealer ...

p.s. car has the 20" y-spoke rims.

[ring007]

Buy the brisgestones from Tirerack. About $1,200 for a full set and easily outlast the dunlops.

[ard]

Originally Posted by alexinca

Hi All,
My wife and I both have 2012 X5 35ds. (I ordered myself one and she took it over, so I bought another one).

My wife's X5 has 13k miles on it. The treadwear is less than 1mm now, and it had severe cupping. We live in Southern CA and she drives back and forth to work (mostly freeway). I have to have the car aligned and get new tires. Dealer is offering me a pretty solid price (after a little negotiation), but it's on the same Dunlop tires. Dealer is offering Dunlop or Michelin for $1500 or $2500 respectively. Looks like some of you bought bridgestones? Any advice you all can give would be great. I'd like this next set to last longer than 13k miles if possible ... WOuld really appreciate anyone's input. Need to make a decision asap as the car is sitting at the dealer ...

p.s. car has the 20" y-spoke rims.

Why oh why are you buying tires at the dealer?????

First, if you are having the dealer 'check the alignment', you really must understand that the BMW specs are very wide and allow them to set the alignment "in spec" but it will result in very bad tire wear. You can get 30k miles or 10k miles- all by having an alignment not done optimally- yes, it will be in spec, but will NOT give you tire life. This is what you are seeing,. IMO

Price your tires on tirerack and add the road hazard- ship them to a local store. Have THEM do an alignment, tell them you want caster and camber at mid range AND TOE AT THE MINIMUM.

You'll save $500-800 over the dealer with the Michelin Latitudes (superior tire, IMO) over the screwing the dealer is offering...