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I'm looking to replace the tires (205/50/17 and 255/40/17) on my 02 Box. A tire dealer recommended Michelin Riken Raptors. I've never heard of these; have seen good reviews on line, but nothing relating to Porsches. Smart choice?

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Use Porsche recommended tyres, always a smart choice.

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I wasn't sure about the these tires either, but I needed front tires really badly and tried them. They were smother then the dulops that were on there, probably because they were new. Six months later I needed rears to replace avons that were on there. What a difference. The avons were so loud I could not hear my cell on the freeway. Now with both the fronts and rears on the Boxster, I am happy with them. I don't drive super agressive, but they hold up well in the twisties. I would definately buy them again. Hope that helps.

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You get what you pay for. In tires, going cheap isn't the wisest move. (my 2cents)

OHTA, Japan--Okamoto Industries Ltd. has sold its minority stake in Michelin Okamoto Tire Corp. to Groupe Michelin, giving the French firm 100-percent control of the company.

Michelin Okamoto has been a joint venture of both companies since 1988.

Okamoto owned 10 percent of the venture, in which Michelin has increased its share steadily over the years. Michelin paid $45.8 million for the remaining share. The deal includes rights to the Riken brand.

Michelin Okamoto operates one tire plant in Ohta, where it produces Michelin, BFGoodrich and Riken passenger and light truck tires for the ...

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You get what you pay for. In tires, going cheap isn't the wisest move. (my 2cents)

OHTA, Japan--Okamoto Industries Ltd. has sold its minority stake in Michelin Okamoto Tire Corp. to Groupe Michelin, giving the French firm 100-percent control of the company.

Michelin Okamoto has been a joint venture of both companies since 1988.

Okamoto owned 10 percent of the venture, in which Michelin has increased its share steadily over the years. Michelin paid $45.8 million for the remaining share. The deal includes rights to the Riken brand.

Michelin Okamoto operates one tire plant in Ohta, where it produces Michelin, BFGoodrich and Riken passenger and light truck tires for the ...

Thanks! I think I'll pass on these and get something from Tire Rack.

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