Michelin Primacy LC

Nikhilb2008 · 16th August 2009, 12:49

You can, but you would need to invest in a set of 15" rims as well which woud cost you around 20k extra.

jinu_joseph · 16th August 2009, 20:38

The question for upsizing was raised because the recommended upsizing for Optra from the stock size of 185/65-14, if i plan to use 15" rims is 205/50-15 or 205/55-15. So the question as to if i can upsize to 195/60-15 or should i go for 205/60-15. Please advice.

jinu_joseph · 17th August 2009, 14:15

Folks any advice on the upsize ?

Nikhilb2008 · 17th August 2009, 14:52

the optra can easily accomodate 205/55 R15 or 195/60 R15 but the speedo/odo error will be huge.

If you can live with that, then no problems. The optra Magnum comes with 195/60 R15.

jinu_joseph · 17th August 2009, 17:25

Hi Nikhil thanks for the input. i intend to go with 195/60-R15. Will there be a negative effects on the suspension/shocks.

I am fine with the odometer discrepancy. However just curious isnt there anyway to recalibrate whatever it is that manages the ODO and SPEEDO?

Nikhilb2008 · 17th August 2009, 18:10

There shouldnt be any negative effects on the suspension. I dont know about the recalibration. Better ask your service centre.

vasudeva · 18th August 2009, 09:36

I would really suggest to go with the minimum upsize that you can live with.

anainar · 18th August 2009, 11:08

Yesterday bought four Michelin Primacy LC at Madhus for Rs.4700 on my Corolla. I went for stock type, 195x60R15. Thanks to the reviews by Nikhil and other reviews that helped me narrow my choice.

I was thrown another interesting option of GoodYear tyres removed from Fiat Linea by the owner for replacing with wider tyres for Rs.2300. Was not sure how reliable that will be. Has any one tried such options? How do you decide whether the tyre are actually removed from original car and not used at all?

Nainar

Nikhilb2008 · 18th August 2009, 14:38

Hi Nainar,

I am with Madhus! I would have loved to meet you!

Anyway, the GT3 removed tyres we offered are 100% pukka. I think you will need to trust us(or any other dealer) on that.

harry10 · 18th August 2009, 20:25

Guys this might be a bit OT but require a definite reply asap-
My cousin wants to change the tyres of his Swift VDI.
Q's-
1.he is interested in upgrading to 15 or 16 inches. Which one is recommended?
2.Which one should he opt for - Yoko A drive, S drive or Michelin Primacy LC? Or any other options which is suitable?
3.- How much mileage will be affected if its upgraded?
4.- Will it effect the ride quality as well?
5.- He is thinking of getting the alloys as well, does it influences the decision for tyres?
Suggestions awaited.

Also suggest any good tyre shops where one can bargain for discounts in NCR region.

Jaggu · 18th August 2009, 21:04

Go with 15" inch, 195 60 15 is the best suited upgrade for ride and steering control. Mileage drop will be also negligible. Ride will be slightly compromised, if thats a priority he can try 185 70 14 in 14" rims. Pick up alloys in 6J width.

harry10 · 18th August 2009, 21:20

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Originally Posted by Jaggu

Go with 15" inch, 195 60 15 is the best suited upgrade for ride and steering control. Mileage drop will be also negligible. Ride will be slightly compromised, if thats a priority he can try 185 70 14 in 14" rims. Pick up alloys in 6J width.

Thanks and which tyre is best suited if we go with 15'inch choice?

harry10 · 19th August 2009, 14:25

^^^^^^Suggestions required urgently!

Jaggu · 19th August 2009, 14:56

Yoko S drives are good according to many, so are PP2 from Michellin

Nikhilb2008 · 19th August 2009, 14:57

You can go for the Conti CPC 2. Lovely tyre. Very well reviewed. Slightly harder sidewall than Michelin which means it is going to be more durable. Also, will have much better grip in wet and dry than the Michelin. However, Primacy LC is going to be quieter and more expensive.

My vote for the Conti.

Edit: S drives not available in 195/60 R15. PP2 is available only in 205/60 R16 or 205/55 R15. S drives are available in 205/55 R15.

16th August 2009, 12:49	#61
Nikhilb2008 Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 5,195 Thanked: 10,177 Times	You can, but you would need to invest in a set of 15" rims as well which woud cost you around 20k extra.
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16th August 2009, 20:38	#62
jinu_joseph BHPian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Mumbai Posts: 426 Thanked: 202 Times	The question for upsizing was raised because the recommended upsizing for Optra from the stock size of 185/65-14, if i plan to use 15" rims is 205/50-15 or 205/55-15. So the question as to if i can upsize to 195/60-15 or should i go for 205/60-15. Please advice.
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17th August 2009, 14:15	#63
jinu_joseph BHPian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Mumbai Posts: 426 Thanked: 202 Times	Folks any advice on the upsize ?
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17th August 2009, 14:52	#64
Nikhilb2008 Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 5,195 Thanked: 10,177 Times	the optra can easily accomodate 205/55 R15 or 195/60 R15 but the speedo/odo error will be huge. If you can live with that, then no problems. The optra Magnum comes with 195/60 R15.
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17th August 2009, 17:25	#65
jinu_joseph BHPian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Mumbai Posts: 426 Thanked: 202 Times	Hi Nikhil thanks for the input. i intend to go with 195/60-R15. Will there be a negative effects on the suspension/shocks. I am fine with the odometer discrepancy. However just curious isnt there anyway to recalibrate whatever it is that manages the ODO and SPEEDO?
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17th August 2009, 18:10	#66
Nikhilb2008 Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 5,195 Thanked: 10,177 Times	There shouldnt be any negative effects on the suspension. I dont know about the recalibration. Better ask your service centre.
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18th August 2009, 09:36	#67
vasudeva Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Delhi Posts: 2,221 Thanked: 212 Times	I would really suggest to go with the minimum upsize that you can live with.
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18th August 2009, 11:08	#68
anainar BHPian Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 339 Thanked: 10 Times	Yesterday bought four Michelin Primacy LC at Madhus for Rs.4700 on my Corolla. I went for stock type, 195x60R15. Thanks to the reviews by Nikhil and other reviews that helped me narrow my choice. I was thrown another interesting option of GoodYear tyres removed from Fiat Linea by the owner for replacing with wider tyres for Rs.2300. Was not sure how reliable that will be. Has any one tried such options? How do you decide whether the tyre are actually removed from original car and not used at all? Nainar
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18th August 2009, 14:38	#69
Nikhilb2008 Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 5,195 Thanked: 10,177 Times	Hi Nainar, I am with Madhus! I would have loved to meet you! Anyway, the GT3 removed tyres we offered are 100% pukka. I think you will need to trust us(or any other dealer) on that.
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18th August 2009, 20:25	#70
harry10 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Faridabad/Delhi Posts: 2,743 Thanked: 4,100 Times View My Garage	Guys this might be a bit OT but require a definite reply asap- My cousin wants to change the tyres of his Swift VDI. Q's- 1.he is interested in upgrading to 15 or 16 inches. Which one is recommended? 2.Which one should he opt for - Yoko A drive, S drive or Michelin Primacy LC? Or any other options which is suitable? 3.- How much mileage will be affected if its upgraded? 4.- Will it effect the ride quality as well? 5.- He is thinking of getting the alloys as well, does it influences the decision for tyres? Suggestions awaited. Also suggest any good tyre shops where one can bargain for discounts in NCR region. Last edited by harry10 : 18th August 2009 at 20:26.
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18th August 2009, 21:04	#71
Jaggu Team-BHP Support Join Date: May 2004 Location: Bangalore Posts: 20,383 Thanked: 17,294 Times	Go with 15" inch, 195 60 15 is the best suited upgrade for ride and steering control. Mileage drop will be also negligible. Ride will be slightly compromised, if thats a priority he can try 185 70 14 in 14" rims. Pick up alloys in 6J width.
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19th August 2009, 14:25	#73
harry10 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Faridabad/Delhi Posts: 2,743 Thanked: 4,100 Times View My Garage	^^^^^^Suggestions required urgently!
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19th August 2009, 14:56	#74
Jaggu Team-BHP Support Join Date: May 2004 Location: Bangalore Posts: 20,383 Thanked: 17,294 Times	Yoko S drives are good according to many, so are PP2 from Michellin
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19th August 2009, 14:57	#75
Nikhilb2008 Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 5,195 Thanked: 10,177 Times	You can go for the Conti CPC 2. Lovely tyre. Very well reviewed. Slightly harder sidewall than Michelin which means it is going to be more durable. Also, will have much better grip in wet and dry than the Michelin. However, Primacy LC is going to be quieter and more expensive. My vote for the Conti. Edit: S drives not available in 195/60 R15. PP2 is available only in 205/60 R16 or 205/55 R15. S drives are available in 205/55 R15.
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