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Old 05-15-2010, 04:02 PM
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Hey guys. I just bought an 04 MC SS Intimidator about 8 months ago. Looking to find a good tire, lowering kit, and exhaust kit. The tires I put on when I bought it are already cupped. Never had a SC before so I didn't expect the torque to cup them that quick. Any advice would be appreciated.
 
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Old 05-15-2010, 04:05 PM
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Hi, welcome to the forum, great car you have! have you checked Tirerack.com for tires? also, post some pics when you get a chance, thanks and enjoy your Intimidator!!!
 
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Old 05-15-2010, 04:08 PM
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Thanks man. Trying to figure out how to post pics. I've checked out tirerack but the reviews are so mixed I can't tell which way to go. I know I need something with a small apex to keep cupping to a minimum, but I don't want something that will wear out in 15-20k miles...
 
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Old 05-15-2010, 04:15 PM
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I think I am not able to post attachments because I am still in the new member waiting period.
 
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Old 05-15-2010, 06:43 PM
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Some decent tires are the Goodyear GTs I got off of tirerack.com. I put those on my 05 last year. SLP makes a good exhaust system for our cars - I have that system on my 05 also.
 
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great tires that last and grip the road are michelin harmony's run them at 37 psi on that car and they will wear flat across the entire tread. 60,000 miles easily achievable with them before they are wore out. i'm a canadian and they do alright in snow also (i still put snows on when it gets bad enough).
 
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and if the tires are cupping thats usually because of wore out suspension (struts).
 
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Old 05-15-2010, 07:14 PM
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heyy! welcome to the forum! cant wait to see pics of your gorgeous Intimidator
 
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Old 05-16-2010, 04:01 PM
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I'll check into both of those recs. Thx guys

I had my tech check out the struts and they seem to be in good shape. I recently had to replace 3 motor mounts that were bad for a while so I'm thinking the inconsistent pull from the motor was the main culprit.
 
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Welcome! I had a set of Goodyear Triple- Treads on my 2001 SS. I was very pleased on the way they handled. I prefer them over the Goodyear RSA tires that I replaced.
 


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