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F430 New Tires - A few Questions

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  1. LHBMC

    LHBMC Karting

    Nov 16, 2011
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    Hello,

    I need new tires for my 2006 F430 Coupe.
    My Ferrari dealer and Independent are over two hours away, so I am hoping to enlist a local tire shop to do the work.
    I plan to remove and re-mount the wheels myself and have them R/R the tires and balance.
    So, I have a few questions.
    Typically, when replacing conventional tires the valve stem is replaced at the same time.
    The F430 does not have ordinary valve stems.
    Do you need to replace the Ferrari valve stem (Part #174166) when getting new tires?
    Secondly, I currently have Pirelli P-Zeros which I understand are no longer available for this car.
    I am leaning towards Michelins - any suggestions are welcome.
    Finally, has anyone had any issues with a shop that does not have Ferrari experience doing this type of work. Note: I will be using a reputable shop.
    Thank you.

    Regards,

    Les
     
  2. GogglesPisano

    GogglesPisano F1 Rookie
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    The valve stem is part of the TPMS and does not usually require replacement. However, there are O-rings/rubber washers should you feel inclined to do something but most just skip this if there's no leaks.

    Most on this board (myself included) are buying Pilot Sport 4S which is a great tire.

    I had my tires changed at a local shop that specializes in sports cars and race cars (mostly lotus) because I wanted some suspension tuning but any reputable tire shops should be able to complete a tire change. It's not any different on our cars as it is from other ones. That said, maybe pick one that regularly works on nicer vehicles as they would hopefully treat the wheels with more care when dismounting/mounting tires.
     
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  3. mike32

    mike32 F1 Veteran

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    As far as I know you can still get p zero but the Michelins are a far better tyre. I have new Michelins on the rear and part used P Zeros on the front, as I want my money out of them. The combination works fine at the speeds I drive at.
    Be careful with the new tyres until you get a few miles on them, very slippy on the rears
     
  4. Doctor Mark

    Doctor Mark Formula Junior

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    I would try to use a shop that has a "no touch" installation machine to lessen the risk of rim damage when the old tires are dismounted and new tires mounted.
     
  5. enzoferrari

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    I would also replace the TPMS when you replace the tires
     
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  6. GogglesPisano

    GogglesPisano F1 Rookie
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    I forget how long these things sit before tire changes sometimes. The interwebs say a TPMS lasts 5-10 years, so if you’re in the range, I guess it’s a good idea to get one.

    FYI, you don’t need a Ferrari one. It’s not something unique to Ferrari. I bought mine off Amazon for only $50 each I think.
     
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  7. Need4Spd

    Need4Spd F1 Veteran

    Feb 24, 2007
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    I suggest Michelin Pilot Sport 4S. It’s an excellent high performance summer tire. I also suggest replacing the TPMS at the same time if they’ve not been replaced in the last 7-8 years. They are battery powered and the batteries wear out. The labor to install them is about the same as replacing tires because you have to replace them from the inside. So do it at tire change and it’s like getting the installation free. You can get OEM quality ones from TPMSbargains.com.


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  8. you_know_tom

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    @Need4Spd how did you program/sync the new TPMS to the car?

    I'm ordering thanks to you:
    https://www.tpmsbargains.com/Huf-Intellisens-TPMS-Sensor-SET-2005-2007-p/tpms-1027-0507-430-hufm.htm
     
  9. Techhawk

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    Just switched to Michelin Pilot Sport 4S after much research. Highly recommended! I don’t have TPMS on my ‘06 so can’t comment on that.
     
  10. you_know_tom

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    I have an 06 also but for some reason people think it has TPMS. Maybe they’re wrong?
     
  11. Techhawk

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    TPMS wasn’t required in the US until late 2007. Some earlier F430s have it, but it was an option.
     
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