federal ss595 tyres... anyone got them

skodaling along · 25-01-2007, 16:15

Considering getting these for my Skoda octavia 2 tdi? Anyone got experaince of these?

Cheers

Andy

Liverpool-Lad · 26-01-2007, 00:31

What size tyres are you looking at?

Id certainly want a decent brand name at least...cant say much for Federal.

TeflonTom · 26-01-2007, 09:45

they are just cheapy tyres, not the best in the world i'm afraid

skodaling along · 26-01-2007, 11:09

i know theyre cheapy but then so were my Toyo T1s when they came out and were good! Got Toyo T1rs @ the moment and theyre wearing pretty fast so not that impressed....Sometimes wonder if the "brand" is pumping up the prices

Liverpool-Lad · 26-01-2007, 13:04

I guess you pay for that with added grip. What size and price can you afford so we can recommend sample tyres?

TeflonTom · 26-01-2007, 13:10

i'd quite like to try nankang ns2 tyres but everybody assures me they are rubbish..... i might give em a go and make my own opinion

Liverpool-Lad · 26-01-2007, 15:01

Well its upto you, but if you drive anything remotely powerful, dont bother. For budget performance tyres Id choose Falken FK-452s

skodaling along · 26-01-2007, 15:51

I drive a 2.0 TDI mk2.... cheers for any recommendations its just a thought

Ill have a look for other reviews of Falken FK-452s

(tyre size 225/45/17s)

Cheers

Andy

Liverpool-Lad · 26-01-2007, 16:04

I guess it depends what style of driving you prefer, for the high speed stuff and the best grip something like Eagle F1s or Toyo T1-S are only around £73 inc post.

Me-109 · 30-01-2007, 09:57

I have a pair on the front of my 1.8t. The dealer fitted them as part of the purchase deal. They look 'aggressive' enough to cope with rain whilst still having a good amount of rubber present.

I've been surprised at how good they are actually. They can spin up in current cold conditions. but so far I've not had any instances of slip or understeer when cornering. I've done about 4K with them so far and can't say they look particularly worn.

Indeed I'm so impressed I've just had the rears swapped, though I ended up with V-rated 535s, rather than the same 595s as the front. £50 each fitted, slightly better than the £190 - £206 that I was quoted for a pair of Pirelli, Michelin, Dunlop, Continental tyres. Grip hasn't really been a problem with these; ok mileage may be less (may not be) but the cost is spread out more.

I don't do track days so I'm not looking for ultimate grip. I do do quite a few miles annually so tyre life is a consideration. Perhaps, like you, I just want something reasonable at reasonable money....... and these tyres are fine.

skodaling along · 31-01-2007, 00:27

cheers for the review Me-109

much appriciated! Hope theyre as good for me as you ....hope to get them in next few days before my trip south

Cheers

Andy

Wardy · 31-01-2007, 00:32

Have a gander at Kumho Escta KU-31 too - very good for the price

EDIT: £61.30 at MyTyres

Steve

ninja_alex · 31-01-2007, 22:50

On the Fabia, i've had about 10-12 pairs of tyres, 6 or 7 or which i hvae had the federals, they;re very good for the price with a very large rim protector. Be aware they seem very wide for the size quoted, a 205 is wider than the 215 yokohamas i had.

Alex

skodaling along · 06-02-2007, 22:02

Ok decided to go for them..... so now rolling on SS595.....Initial 80miles pretty good esp considering the -6 temp this morning!! Seemed better than the toyos!! See how they go....

skodaling along · 06-03-2007, 21:35

Well 1000+ on the tyres and very chuffed so far! Grip pretty good and if does slip its stable and predictable... if they last as well as i think they will im getting 2 for the back too!! still very impressed

-stevem- · 14-03-2007, 00:59

Evening,

not where I expected to make the first post ( wife has just put in an order for a vRS SE and I was browsing for stuff to look out for)

I've run Fed595's for 10k+ on my modded JDM Forester ( currently running 260/260 ) including a number of laps of the 'ring . They've been spot on apart from the road noise. I picked them after they were recommended by a number of subaru guys I know in Singapore and replaced a set of T1-S's.

Highly underrated , especially in wet conditions. Slightly squirmy when very new in the dry due to the depth of the blocks.

HTH

Steve

niallyp · 14-03-2007, 20:34

the lads on type-r scotland rate em pretty highly as a cheaper alternative too. Most of them i would imagine would be pretty tough on fronts...

calderscot · 18-03-2007, 22:17

Here is a good website to compare tyres. You can choose from budget to top brand and compare performance in all conditions via a link on the page.

Tyres for PASSENGER CARs very cheap, bargains, have a look and save

150HP&counting · 19-03-2007, 09:19

Oh Cool - glad i've seen this thread as i was just looking at getting a pair of these - and wasnt sure with not having heard of them before.

Is £58 each not including fitting a fair price then? Thats on my tyres.
Speed rating W, in 225/40 sizing.

cheers
lee

-stevem- · 19-03-2007, 12:12

I got mine from camskill as I recall...

FEDERAL TYRES / CAR / FEDERAL SS595 - SUPER STEEL - FEDERAL SS 595 - - Car Tyres - MPV Tyres - People Carrier Tyres -

Steve

150HP&counting · 19-03-2007, 12:25

ahhh (tiny)bit dearer then in my 18" sizing..

FEDERAL TYRES / CAR / FEDERAL SS595 - SUPER STEEL - FEDERAL SS 595 - - Car Tyres - MPV Tyres - People Carrier Tyres - R18" - 225/40/18, 225/40 R 18 -

£58-30 on mytyres for same
cheers

sharkrider · 22-03-2007, 10:20

I have these on the front of mine now (fabia vRS) and I was surprised at how well they stand up to the expensive brands.... nearly as good as all of 'em!

150HP&counting · 22-03-2007, 16:12

I'm sold, gonna order a pair tomorrow on MYTyres - cheers chaps
will keep you informed as to how they hold up

Silverware · 16-01-2008, 11:26

Anybody run these long enough to report back how many miles they covered before needing replacing?

burno20v · 24-01-2008, 10:33

Iv got a pair on my fraud fester zetec runabout and they seem a decent tyre for the money,big chunky tread and quite grippy in the wet,cant really moan and certainly better than the car they are fitted to.....

25-01-2007, 16:15	#1
skodaling along Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Scotland Posts: 161 Members Car: Skoda Octavia 2.0 TDI Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	federal ss595 tyres... anyone got them Considering getting these for my Skoda octavia 2 tdi? Anyone got experaince of these? Cheers Andy __________________ Skoda 140BHP TDI ELEGANCE

26-01-2007, 00:31	#2
Liverpool-Lad Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Liverpool Posts: 1,642 Members Car: Octavia vRS Thanks: 12 Thanked 47 Times in 47 Posts	Re: federal ss595 tyres... anyone got them What size tyres are you looking at? Id certainly want a decent brand name at least...cant say much for Federal. __________________ 2001 Rally Red Octavia vRS...remap complete Whiteline rear ARB, Superpro dogbone bush - 225/45/17 Goodyear Eagle F1 Aysmmetrics and lots of V-Power! Smiles all 'round

26-01-2007, 09:45	#3
TeflonTom Briskodiodion Join Date: May 2006 Location: Hayling Island, Hampshire Posts: 8,240 Members Car: Fabia 2.0/Felicia Thanks: 48 Thanked 233 Times in 205 Posts	Re: federal ss595 tyres... anyone got them they are just cheapy tyres, not the best in the world i'm afraid

26-01-2007, 11:09	#4
skodaling along Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Scotland Posts: 161 Members Car: Skoda Octavia 2.0 TDI Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: federal ss595 tyres... anyone got them i know theyre cheapy but then so were my Toyo T1s when they came out and were good! Got Toyo T1rs @ the moment and theyre wearing pretty fast so not that impressed....Sometimes wonder if the "brand" is pumping up the prices __________________ Skoda 140BHP TDI ELEGANCE

26-01-2007, 13:04	#5
Liverpool-Lad Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Liverpool Posts: 1,642 Members Car: Octavia vRS Thanks: 12 Thanked 47 Times in 47 Posts	Re: federal ss595 tyres... anyone got them I guess you pay for that with added grip. What size and price can you afford so we can recommend sample tyres? __________________ 2001 Rally Red Octavia vRS...remap complete Whiteline rear ARB, Superpro dogbone bush - 225/45/17 Goodyear Eagle F1 Aysmmetrics and lots of V-Power! Smiles all 'round

26-01-2007, 13:10	#6
TeflonTom Briskodiodion Join Date: May 2006 Location: Hayling Island, Hampshire Posts: 8,240 Members Car: Fabia 2.0/Felicia Thanks: 48 Thanked 233 Times in 205 Posts	Re: federal ss595 tyres... anyone got them i'd quite like to try nankang ns2 tyres but everybody assures me they are rubbish..... i might give em a go and make my own opinion

26-01-2007, 15:01	#7
Liverpool-Lad Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Liverpool Posts: 1,642 Members Car: Octavia vRS Thanks: 12 Thanked 47 Times in 47 Posts	Re: federal ss595 tyres... anyone got them Well its upto you, but if you drive anything remotely powerful, dont bother. For budget performance tyres Id choose Falken FK-452s __________________ 2001 Rally Red Octavia vRS...remap complete Whiteline rear ARB, Superpro dogbone bush - 225/45/17 Goodyear Eagle F1 Aysmmetrics and lots of V-Power! Smiles all 'round

26-01-2007, 15:51	#8
skodaling along Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Scotland Posts: 161 Members Car: Skoda Octavia 2.0 TDI Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: federal ss595 tyres... anyone got them I drive a 2.0 TDI mk2.... cheers for any recommendations its just a thought Ill have a look for other reviews of Falken FK-452s (tyre size 225/45/17s) Cheers Andy __________________ Skoda 140BHP TDI ELEGANCE

26-01-2007, 16:04	#9
Liverpool-Lad Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Liverpool Posts: 1,642 Members Car: Octavia vRS Thanks: 12 Thanked 47 Times in 47 Posts	Re: federal ss595 tyres... anyone got them I guess it depends what style of driving you prefer, for the high speed stuff and the best grip something like Eagle F1s or Toyo T1-S are only around £73 inc post. __________________ 2001 Rally Red Octavia vRS...remap complete Whiteline rear ARB, Superpro dogbone bush - 225/45/17 Goodyear Eagle F1 Aysmmetrics and lots of V-Power! Smiles all 'round

30-01-2007, 09:57	#10
Me-109 Briskodian Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Stockton, Leatherhead Posts: 59 Members Car: Octavia 1.8t 20V Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: federal ss595 tyres... anyone got them I have a pair on the front of my 1.8t. The dealer fitted them as part of the purchase deal. They look 'aggressive' enough to cope with rain whilst still having a good amount of rubber present. I've been surprised at how good they are actually. They can spin up in current cold conditions. but so far I've not had any instances of slip or understeer when cornering. I've done about 4K with them so far and can't say they look particularly worn. Indeed I'm so impressed I've just had the rears swapped, though I ended up with V-rated 535s, rather than the same 595s as the front. £50 each fitted, slightly better than the £190 - £206 that I was quoted for a pair of Pirelli, Michelin, Dunlop, Continental tyres. Grip hasn't really been a problem with these; ok mileage may be less (may not be) but the cost is spread out more. I don't do track days so I'm not looking for ultimate grip. I do do quite a few miles annually so tyre life is a consideration. Perhaps, like you, I just want something reasonable at reasonable money....... and these tyres are fine.

31-01-2007, 00:27	#11
skodaling along Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Scotland Posts: 161 Members Car: Skoda Octavia 2.0 TDI Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: federal ss595 tyres... anyone got them cheers for the review Me-109 much appriciated! Hope theyre as good for me as you ....hope to get them in next few days before my trip south Cheers Andy __________________ Skoda 140BHP TDI ELEGANCE

31-01-2007, 00:32	#12
Wardy 207/340 Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Around Manchester & Cheshire Posts: 11,760 Members Car: Skoda Fabia vRS Thanks: 457 Thanked 372 Times in 360 Posts	Re: federal ss595 tyres... anyone got them Have a gander at Kumho Escta KU-31 too - very good for the price EDIT: £61.30 at MyTyres Steve __________________ Wardy's Fabia vRS xenons : sunroof : cruise : OEM+ "Racing is life. Anything before or after is just waiting." - Steve McQueen "If in doubt, flat out." - Colin McRae Last edited by Wardy; 31-01-2007 at 00:35. Reason: Added KU-31 price...

31-01-2007, 22:50	#13
ninja_alex Old Skool Fan Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Bucks Posts: 534 Members Car: Skoda Fabia vRS Thanks: 0 Thanked 22 Times in 22 Posts	Re: federal ss595 tyres... anyone got them On the Fabia, i've had about 10-12 pairs of tyres, 6 or 7 or which i hvae had the federals, they;re very good for the price with a very large rim protector. Be aware they seem very wide for the size quoted, a 205 is wider than the 215 yokohamas i had. Alex

06-02-2007, 22:02	#14
skodaling along Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Scotland Posts: 161 Members Car: Skoda Octavia 2.0 TDI Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: federal ss595 tyres... anyone got them Ok decided to go for them..... so now rolling on SS595.....Initial 80miles pretty good esp considering the -6 temp this morning!! Seemed better than the toyos!! See how they go.... __________________ Skoda 140BHP TDI ELEGANCE

06-03-2007, 21:35	#15
skodaling along Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Scotland Posts: 161 Members Car: Skoda Octavia 2.0 TDI Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: federal ss595 tyres... anyone got them Well 1000+ on the tyres and very chuffed so far! Grip pretty good and if does slip its stable and predictable... if they last as well as i think they will im getting 2 for the back too!! still very impressed __________________ Skoda 140BHP TDI ELEGANCE

22-03-2007, 16:12	#23
150HP&counting Briskodian Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Sheffield UK Posts: 854 Members Car: Octavia 1.8 20V Turbo Laurin & Klement Thanks: 5 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: federal ss595 tyres... anyone got them I'm sold, gonna order a pair tomorrow on MYTyres - cheers chaps will keep you informed as to how they hold up __________________ What is: Octavia vRS... Black Magic yet again... with plenty planned What was (May she RIP): Blk Magic Octy (Not quite a VRS) L&K,Climate,Heated leather,Cruise,Xenons, MODS(so far): Custom Code Phase II JBS-Forge-007P DV, Forge/Samco TIP, 18" Ace 205's, ABD/JBS CAI (*Wooosh), Audi TT 312mm Brakes

14-03-2007, 00:59	#16
-stevem- Briskodian Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 6 Members Car: JDM Forester S/tb , Fab vRS SE Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: federal ss595 tyres... anyone got them Evening, not where I expected to make the first post ( wife has just put in an order for a vRS SE and I was browsing for stuff to look out for) I've run Fed595's for 10k+ on my modded JDM Forester ( currently running 260/260 ) including a number of laps of the 'ring . They've been spot on apart from the road noise. I picked them after they were recommended by a number of subaru guys I know in Singapore and replaced a set of T1-S's. Highly underrated , especially in wet conditions. Slightly squirmy when very new in the dry due to the depth of the blocks. HTH Steve Last edited by -stevem-; 14-03-2007 at 01:00.

14-03-2007, 20:34	#17
niallyp Briskodian Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Sleaford, Lincs Posts: 200 Members Car: Mini Cooper S JCW Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: federal ss595 tyres... anyone got them the lads on type-r scotland rate em pretty highly as a cheaper alternative too. Most of them i would imagine would be pretty tough on fronts...

18-03-2007, 22:17	#18
calderscot Briskodian Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Scotland Posts: 34 Members Car: Skoda Superb Classic Thanks: 3 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: federal ss595 tyres... anyone got them Here is a good website to compare tyres. You can choose from budget to top brand and compare performance in all conditions via a link on the page. Tyres for PASSENGER CARs very cheap, bargains, have a look and save

19-03-2007, 09:19	#19
150HP&counting Briskodian Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Sheffield UK Posts: 854 Members Car: Octavia 1.8 20V Turbo Laurin & Klement Thanks: 5 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: federal ss595 tyres... anyone got them Oh Cool - glad i've seen this thread as i was just looking at getting a pair of these - and wasnt sure with not having heard of them before. Is £58 each not including fitting a fair price then? Thats on my tyres. Speed rating W, in 225/40 sizing. cheers lee __________________ What is: Octavia vRS... Black Magic yet again... with plenty planned What was (May she RIP): Blk Magic Octy (Not quite a VRS) L&K,Climate,Heated leather,Cruise,Xenons, MODS(so far): Custom Code Phase II JBS-Forge-007P DV, Forge/Samco TIP, 18" Ace 205's, ABD/JBS CAI (*Wooosh), Audi TT 312mm Brakes

19-03-2007, 12:12	#20
-stevem- Briskodian Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 6 Members Car: JDM Forester S/tb , Fab vRS SE Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: federal ss595 tyres... anyone got them I got mine from camskill as I recall... FEDERAL TYRES / CAR / FEDERAL SS595 - SUPER STEEL - FEDERAL SS 595 - - Car Tyres - MPV Tyres - People Carrier Tyres - Steve

19-03-2007, 12:25	#21
150HP&counting Briskodian Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Sheffield UK Posts: 854 Members Car: Octavia 1.8 20V Turbo Laurin & Klement Thanks: 5 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: federal ss595 tyres... anyone got them ahhh (tiny)bit dearer then in my 18" sizing.. FEDERAL TYRES / CAR / FEDERAL SS595 - SUPER STEEL - FEDERAL SS 595 - - Car Tyres - MPV Tyres - People Carrier Tyres - R18" - 225/40/18, 225/40 R 18 - £58-30 on mytyres for same cheers __________________ What is: Octavia vRS... Black Magic yet again... with plenty planned What was (May she RIP): Blk Magic Octy (Not quite a VRS) L&K,Climate,Heated leather,Cruise,Xenons, MODS(so far): Custom Code Phase II JBS-Forge-007P DV, Forge/Samco TIP, 18" Ace 205's, ABD/JBS CAI (*Wooosh), Audi TT 312mm Brakes

22-03-2007, 10:20	#22
sharkrider rider of sharks Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Cumbria Posts: 3,888 Members Car: Fabia vRS Thanks: 245 Thanked 108 Times in 95 Posts	Re: federal ss595 tyres... anyone got them I have these on the front of mine now (fabia vRS) and I was surprised at how well they stand up to the expensive brands.... nearly as good as all of 'em! __________________ Fiat Grande Punto Sporting (158 bhp 314 lbs/ft) in Red.... Furby vRS , black magic,passenger airbag de-activation switch, (now gone, but not forgotten!)

16-01-2008, 11:26	#24
Silverware Running on 18's Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Kidlington, Oxford Posts: 159 Members Car: Octavia VRS TDi Thanks: 9 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: federal ss595 tyres... anyone got them Anybody run these long enough to report back how many miles they covered before needing replacing? __________________ Octy VRS TDI - 12500 miles in 8 months, and grinning every time I turn the key

24-01-2008, 10:33	#25
burno20v Briskodian Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 26 Members Car: Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: federal ss595 tyres... anyone got them Iv got a pair on my fraud fester zetec runabout and they seem a decent tyre for the money,big chunky tread and quite grippy in the wet,cant really moan and certainly better than the car they are fitted to.....

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