Hi all,

After tiring of spending $1200 to install four new MXX3 every 16,000 miles, I tried Conti CZ91s, only to discover that they were very treacherous at the beginning of a rainstorm, or in a continuing light mist - so much so, in fact, that excessive throttle application would ( and did!) result in the car snapping sideways, while traveling in a straight line at 65mph in fifth gear. NO damage, as it was easy to recover from, just a little quirky. Also, the ride was so soft ( as were the sidewalls ), that I felt that I was giving up cornering ability.

As the Conti's got closer to the magic 16K figure ( about 12K, actually), I began to recall my days as a commuter on the NY subway system, 'cause the Conti's made the same noise - like 4 wheel bearings that had foresworn grease.

When I dumped the Conti's, I went to Nitto 501 Exit GT, which at $150 each seem to be a terriffic bargain. So far ( 6,000 miles ), they're quiet, corner well ( very close to the Michelins, in my unscientific opinion ),and are better in the rain than the Conti's. The only drawbacks I can see are that they do hunt, or tramline,somewhat more than the MXX3's . So far, so good..I think I'd buy them again.

Regards,

Madsman