2002 ACR 4k miles / need new tires?

[chrisd0729]

I'm looking at a 2002 ACR that has less than 4k miles. Obviously original tires... if they're not dry rotted, any concern keepng them on the car?
What's the expected price to replace all 4 tires?

thanks,

 

[viperman4125]

1800.00 for tires +

 

[2001-V10 Power Nut]

They are toast, definitely, get a new set, around 1,500.00

 

[Hellcat]

Tires need to be replaced. I'm going through the same thing and replacing tires isn't that easy. The only really choice and that's not a good one in my opinion for a Gen II that is street driven is the Toyo and that's around $1,700. You'll need to update wheels to a different size if you want a good set of tires, now you're looking at $3,000 plus for tires and wheels.

 

[viperman4125]

TireRack HAS Michelin Tires, I'm having mine delivered today, 1 day shipment. Ordered yesterday, getting them TODAY. Ask for Brad.

 

[Bill Pemberton Woodhouse]

This is an absolute must ------everyone here is 100% correct. Call Luke Pavlik at the Tire Rack ( ext 4362), as he has been helping Viper drivers since the late 90s. He can give you various options and make sure you get a solid product for how you plan to use your car.

 

[Hellcat]

What size rear tire are you guys ordering from Tire Rack? They haven't had any of the Michelin 335-30-18 tires since October 2015.

 

[Snakewatching]

the OEM 2002 ACR's are 18" true?

 

[AZTVR]

the OEM 2002 ACR's are 18" true?

Correct


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Jim – ‘02 GTS ACR gray/silver -- sold – ( enthusiastic custodian for 8 years )

 

[chrisd0729]

All I'm seeing on Tire Rack are cheater slicks and the Toyo Proxes. Which brand and model are you guys getting from Tire Rack?

I'm looking at sizes:
Front: 275/35-18
Rear: 335/30-18

 

[TeamOrecaGTSR]

Theyre going to be like rocks. Probably very little traction to be had lol

 

[blownrunner]

This is why the Viper is said 'to kill you' because of old tires and not replacing them due to the high cost. It was theorized that paul walker died in a car with original nine year old tires when it slid off the pavement. Of course those tires would be great for doing donuts in a parking lot.

 

[chrisd0729]

Definitely agree they need replacing after the first few replies and a bunch of other research ... now trying to find a set.
Anyone know where to find these with some type of stock like tread and not racing slicks? Been looking all over and haven't had much luck.

 

[AZTVR]

Definitely agree they need replacing after the first few replies and a bunch of other research ... now trying to find a set.
Anyone know where to find these with some type of stock like tread and not racing slicks? Been looking all over and haven't had much luck.

Jon at viper parts rack would certainly know all of the current options and his tire prices are exceptional.

 

[chrisd0729]

Jon at viper parts rack would certainly know all of the current options and his tire prices are exceptional.

Thx! Just Sent him a note to see what he has.