Recent content by Spokey

Had 4 new Falkens fitted today - looks miles better ! You wouldn't believe the difference that extra 55 compared to the 50 profile makes - they were like balloon tyres compared to these - the car looks "normal" now ... so anyone looking for a pair of hardly used 225x55x16 Goodyear Efficient grip...

Good shout on the insurance, wouldn't want to give them any ammunition - looks like 4 new tyres is the best option really Cheers

Thanks for all the replies, and I'll try the cruise, that means I will always be spending by 4% then ... Better watch that !

Hi all The cards behind the (virtual) bar ... have one on me After 6 years in a Mk1 MX-5 ( and a brief but unsatisfying flirtation with a Mk3 MX-5 ), decided to take the plunge and get something a lit better ( after seeing a gorgeous SLK in a local garage ) Picked up a nice 2004 model in...

Hi Just got myself a nice 2004 SLK 200. Very happy with it apart from one thing. Previous owner had two new rear tyres fitted ( standard 16" alloys ) they are 255x55x16 instead of the normal 255x50x16 They look a bit odd as they literally fill the wheel arch and look a little "balloon " like -...