Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D3 vs. Michelin Pilot Sport PS2
05-06-2006, 10:46 PM
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The fact that both tire brands in stock sizes have a smaller section width than the stock runflats has me hesitating on my tire replacement choice. I understand that both GS-D3 and PS2 will probably out perform the runflat even though looking 'smaller', but I would prefer the tires maintain a nice wide and agressive look (in stock sizes for my current rims). Guess I will eventually go with the GS-D3 though..
05-06-2006, 11:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Y2Kvert4me
The C&D test report is a little misleading, since they mainly dogged the Michelin's score because of price. Once you eliminate that difference, the PS2 is the superior performance tire, except for wet traction.
The GSD3s beat the PS2s in:
Braking wet (86.3 ft to 86.3 ft)
Skidpad dry (.94 to.93 gs)
Skidpad wet (.82 to .75 gs)
Autocross wet (32.27 sec to 33.27 sec)
Overall wet and overall score (1050.4 points to 1018.7 points)
Nowhere did any chart award points to the D3s because of their price. The price difference was stated in the summation paragraphs, however.
Now, if dry performance is the ONLY category you are interested in and you could care less about tire wear, then the BF Goodrich T/A KDs are the best choice. However, as C&D stated, if you want the BEST all-around tires, the D3s are king.
05-06-2006, 11:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Dave68
C&D stated, if you want the BEST all-around tires, the D3s are king.
I do not recommend going 80+ mph in a rainstorm, but I can tell you that doing it on the D3's will make you think you're on dry hot pavement!
BONUS: if you go to Goodyears web site and look up ultra high performance tires for the C6 you will find that GY offers D3's in RUN FLATS.
Fronts: $585.95 ea
Rears: $743.95 ea
Honey, get the piggy bank, time for some new rubbers
05-07-2006, 02:40 AM
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Read the two articles in the bottom left corner of this page article:
http://www.goodyeartires.com/cfmx/we...?PRODLINE=1197
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The Goodyear GS-D3s are a better tire than most of us would have thought.
http://www.goodyeartires.com/cfmx/we...?PRODLINE=1197
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The Goodyear GS-D3s are a better tire than most of us would have thought.
05-07-2006, 08:00 AM
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Originally Posted by BAMF AE
But now the question for auto-crossers is which of the two is
1.) the stickiest
2.) which has better tread wear
3.) which is the cheapest?
1.) the stickiest
2.) which has better tread wear
3.) which is the cheapest?
2.) GSD3s
3.) GSD3s
Goodyear didn't used to make them in Z06 sizes so the Z06 guys never talk about them. FWIW
I use them for practice days, rain, and street driving.
05-07-2006, 11:57 AM
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I just put a set of Michelins (run-flats) on my 2000 coupe about 600 miles ago. Not cheap (about $1400) but a great tire.
An entirely different (better) ride than the original tires. GM would be wise to consider these tires as the OEMs.
The Michelins also have a raised ridge around the inner rim that gives added protection against curb damage.
Smooth, quiet and confident ride. Nice feel - good tracking, the car stays pointed where you want it to go.
An entirely different (better) ride than the original tires. GM would be wise to consider these tires as the OEMs.
The Michelins also have a raised ridge around the inner rim that gives added protection against curb damage.
Smooth, quiet and confident ride. Nice feel - good tracking, the car stays pointed where you want it to go.
08-20-2018, 05:56 PM
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can be ok. Driving in hot Texas weather. D'3's I'm not familiar with though thanks
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08-20-2018, 06:01 PM
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I just put a set of Michelins (run-flats) on my 2000 coupe about 600 miles ago. Not cheap (about $1400) but a great tire.
An entirely different (better) ride than the original tires. GM would be wise to consider these tires as the OEMs.
The Michelins also have a raised ridge around the inner rim that gives added protection against curb damage.
Smooth, quiet and confident ride. Nice feel - good tracking, the car stays pointed where you want it to go.
An entirely different (better) ride than the original tires. GM would be wise to consider these tires as the OEMs.
The Michelins also have a raised ridge around the inner rim that gives added protection against curb damage.
Smooth, quiet and confident ride. Nice feel - good tracking, the car stays pointed where you want it to go.
08-20-2018, 07:57 PM
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There's probably a few other brands/models of tires that are better since this thread was started over 12 years ago! It would be a good ide to search the various tire brands for the sizes you need for your car. Also it's not supposed to be a good idea to mix and match brands and models of tires. Some tires may have better tread compounds, some may not work well in cold temps, others may no longer be available in certain sizes.
I have had a set of GS-D3's on my 2002 coupe for a number of years and I have found they are pretty sticky and the tread design works well in the Pacific Northwest rain. But they are pretty loud on the freeway. Anything under 50-55 and they are quiet.
I have had a set of GS-D3's on my 2002 coupe for a number of years and I have found they are pretty sticky and the tread design works well in the Pacific Northwest rain. But they are pretty loud on the freeway. Anything under 50-55 and they are quiet.
08-21-2018, 11:29 AM
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There's probably a few other brands/models of tires that are better since this thread was started over 12 years ago! It would be a good ide to search the various tire brands for the sizes you need for your car. Also it's not supposed to be a good idea to mix and match brands and models of tires. Some tires may have better tread compounds, some may not work well in cold temps, others may no longer be available in certain sizes.
I have had a set of GS-D3's on my 2002 coupe for a number of years and I have found they are pretty sticky and the tread design works well in the Pacific Northwest rain. But they are pretty loud on the freeway. Anything under 50-55 and they are quiet.
I have had a set of GS-D3's on my 2002 coupe for a number of years and I have found they are pretty sticky and the tread design works well in the Pacific Northwest rain. But they are pretty loud on the freeway. Anything under 50-55 and they are quiet.
08-21-2018, 11:38 AM
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Oh my God, with the run flats I thought I was riding on bricks, not to mention the road noise. The PS2's make it a real joy to get out on the road. Road trip to Md. coming up next week, and then in the spring('19) we're headed out to the left coast with plans of motoring around for about a month. Can't wait!!!
08-22-2018, 10:34 AM
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Melting Slicks
Check the date codes of the Goodyear tires, I bet they are more than 8 yrs old. Also look very closely at the tread area to see if they are any (or a lot of) dry rot areas. Personally I would not drive them on the highway if they are more than 8 yrs old.
02-28-2019, 11:37 AM
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Unfortunately if I want a AS tire on my Z the only one I can get is the pilot sport AS3+. It appears from most of the forum responses they give allot of good marks for this tire. Should get them today.
