uk850t5 Posted April 13, 2015 Share Posted April 13, 2015 Hi Guys, i need some new front tyres on my 08 350z GT i can get the RE050A for a resonable price - just wondering if there is any pro's / cons for the XL varient Thanks in Advance Parmb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GT4 Zed Posted April 15, 2015 Share Posted April 15, 2015 XL stands for extra load or reinforced and its specified for cars with higher axle weights eg the rear axles for Porsche 911 requires 102Y XL It's just constructed to deal with more load but will enhance the driving feel. I've been using XL tires for ages since I'm running MPS 265/295 plus sized by 2 on smaller rims to save weight and they are fantastic. I guess if I used std rated tires the softer side wall will make the handling iffy. However std size tires as specified by the manufacturer will be perfect provided you buy good tires like MPSS with the correct speed and load rate as indicated by Nissan. http://blog.tirerack.com/blog/miles-of-smiles/xl-vs-standard-load-tires-what-should-i-do Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ekona Posted April 15, 2015 Share Posted April 15, 2015 You'll be fine, like Bennett I've tried both and I struggle to tell the difference between the two. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uk850t5 Posted April 15, 2015 Author Share Posted April 15, 2015 Thanks Guys, Ordered the Pilot Super Sport XL's from tyreleader 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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