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Old Mar 20, 2008 | 12:59 AM
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Anyone else running Michelin Pilots? I'm trying to find something quieter than my Goodyear Eagles. These were recommended by another member. Looking for more opinions. Thanks.

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Old Mar 20, 2008 | 01:12 AM
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Anyone else running Michelin Pilots? I'm trying to find something quieter than my Goodyear Eagles. These were recommended by another member. Looking for more opinions. Thanks.

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Old Mar 20, 2008 | 01:30 AM
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They are alot quieter than Goodyear runflats, as far as the Eagles I'm not sure. I've been through a couple sets of Pilot Sports, best all around tires, IMO.
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Old Mar 20, 2008 | 01:35 AM
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michelin pilotsports are badass.

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Old Mar 20, 2008 | 02:08 AM
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I'm running PS2's and couldn't be happier.... I would recommend them highly to everyone!!
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I'm running Michelin Pilot Sport All Season Zero Pressures (AS ZP)

Way quieter than stock and still a run flat.
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Old Mar 20, 2008 | 05:49 AM
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I had a set of Michelin Pilot Sport IIs on my car for about a year. Didn't have any problems with them and they were quiet as far as road noise goes.
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Old Mar 20, 2008 | 06:25 AM
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No issues with the PS2s; been on my car since I bought it in 06. Quiet ride, good handling tire in the rain. It would be a good investment
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The Michelin's ZP made a world of difference from the Goodyear's. IMO you can not go wrong with a Michelin tire. I have 45K on a set of M/S on a 2003 Z-71 Tahoe and there is another 25K left on them. I don't have any stock in Michelin, they produce a great product.
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I just put a new set on mine.
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PS2's are expensive, but great tires. You won't be disappointed if you go with them.
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On my second set now, and soon to be third. Not because they wear out just that I keep changing wheels, but have remained with PS2s.

Made the change from the factory runflats to non-flat Michelins back in 03 and dont regret it a bit. A bit more $$$ but you get what you pay for. Enjoy the QUIETER ride and better overall performance.
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The Goodyear GSD3s are just as quiet as PS2s, cost less and don't wear as quickly (according to an independent testing facility). You really can't go wrong with the D3s.
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I've had the PS2's on my C5 for about two years. They are quiet, handle pretty good and they wear has been good. I've really got no complaints about them.
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I have PS2's - had them for a little over two years. Quiet, great handling, good in the rain and come in sizes that the Goodyear GS-D3 doesn't. Yes - they are more expensive....which is the only downside that I see.
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Great tires!!!!! You get what you pay for.
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I have run a set of Pilots and they are great, jut pricey. If you want to lower noise I recomend doing the insulation thing, a bigger improvement than changing tires.
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Originally Posted by DeeGee
I'm running Michelin Pilot Sport All Season Zero Pressures (AS ZP)

Way quieter than stock and still a run flat.
I agree! Not only quieter, but smoother / better ride, and less 'tramlining' than what I had with the OEM GY EMTs. The pilot sport A/S ZPs, have better wet and snow traction, if it matters, as well.

One down side is that the Pilot Sport A/S ZPs have a 50 recommended maximum driving range while flat, and still be repairable, compared to the 200 mile range of the GY EMT.

I believe the GY and Michelin are the only 2 run flats available that can be repaired after being driven while suffering a complete loss of inflation.
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AS ZP's.
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Originally Posted by mbroadway
Anyone else running Michelin Pilots? I'm trying to find something quieter than my Goodyear Eagles. These were recommended by another member. Looking for more opinions. Thanks.

Michael



Yes that's what I have.. love them. Would buy them again next time.
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