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Runflat tyres........replacing
NigeEss - 19/2/10 at 01:25 AM

........with normal tyres.

Is the wheel specific to runflats or can I simply replace with standard tyres ?
It's a Mini One.

morcus - 19/2/10 at 04:13 AM

Ask you local tyre place, but I would guess the wheel would be the same, If not try and swap it for a non runflat version.

karlak - 19/2/10 at 07:11 AM

quote:
Originally posted by NigeEss
........with normal tyres.

Is the wheel specific to runflats or can I simply replace with standard tyres ?
It's a Mini One.



Yes you can simply replace them with "normal" tyres - Just make sure you are doing all 4 at once.

It also slightly alters the way the car feels. It will ofcourse feel less harsh through rough surfaces, but you do lose some of that intial turn in.

try http://www.mini2.com/ for loads of advice and opinion

UncleFista - 19/2/10 at 10:50 AM

After reading the Horror of the week forum, I'd avoid run flats at all costs

Richard Quinn - 19/2/10 at 11:30 AM

No, you could change to standard tyres and carry a jack, spare etc...

MikeRJ - 19/2/10 at 12:00 PM

quote:
Originally posted by Richard Quinn
No, you could change to standard tyres and carry a jack, spare etc...


And get better ride and handling, cheaper tyres and the ability to repair minor punctures rather than having to buy a new tyre. I know which I prefer...

Richard Quinn - 19/2/10 at 12:43 PM

quote:
Originally posted by MikeRJ
quote:
Originally posted by Richard Quinn
No, you could change to standard tyres and carry a jack, spare etc...


And get better ride and handling, cheaper tyres and the ability to repair minor punctures rather than having to buy a new tyre. I know which I prefer...
Don't get me wrong, I'm not a fan of them. I drive an MSport with runflats and lowered, stiffened suspension and it rattles your teeth on most road surfaces. Unfortunately it's a lease car and they won't let you swap for regular tyres.

001Ben - 19/2/10 at 12:44 PM

wasnt there an issue with insurance if you change the tyres from runflats? I could be wrong though, i usually am!

morcus - 19/2/10 at 06:46 PM

Do you have to have a spare tyre/runflats/repair stuff? Is it the law?