[Z06] favorite STREET tires for stock C5Z wheels?
08-22-2011, 08:32 PM
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favorite STREET tires for stock C5Z wheels?
I'm concerned about the history of the Y2K wheels I have in regards to them cracking (just one of many posts on this subject):
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-g...nightmare.html
Of course I just bought a set of Hankook V12's that I am very happy with, but I don't want wagon wheels. Rather than spend $1300+ on aftermarket wheels I like (Centerlines) I'm thinking of just getting a nice set of stock C5Z wheels. My V12's won't carry over (too small) so I'm wondering what is the most popular STREET tire for the stock C5Z wheels.
From what I see the choices are Toyo and Nitto, unless anyone has input on other good tires. When I say street, I mean I rarely autocross the car, but I do drive it to have fun. I put it through corners pretty hard for street (not a squid, but I enjoy freeway ramps, etc.). I also drive in the rain and put on a lot of miles - 17K so far this year. Hopefully the mileage thing will change soon if the new business I'm starting works out as planned.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-g...nightmare.html
Of course I just bought a set of Hankook V12's that I am very happy with, but I don't want wagon wheels. Rather than spend $1300+ on aftermarket wheels I like (Centerlines) I'm thinking of just getting a nice set of stock C5Z wheels. My V12's won't carry over (too small) so I'm wondering what is the most popular STREET tire for the stock C5Z wheels.
From what I see the choices are Toyo and Nitto, unless anyone has input on other good tires. When I say street, I mean I rarely autocross the car, but I do drive it to have fun. I put it through corners pretty hard for street (not a squid, but I enjoy freeway ramps, etc.). I also drive in the rain and put on a lot of miles - 17K so far this year. Hopefully the mileage thing will change soon if the new business I'm starting works out as planned.
08-22-2011, 11:40 PM
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Hands down PS2's if price isn't a concern...I'm very happy with mine. For hundreds less, my next choice would be a set Continental Extreme Contact DW.
08-24-2011, 12:00 PM
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Well my street Tires are Khumo XS's and I love them, but most look at them as an autocross or Track street tire. If you want a tire I consider good for the street and will have some life as a daily driver the Khumo ASX is a very good tire. Even performs good in cold weather.
08-24-2011, 01:32 PM
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The ps2 is a great tire but with the amount of driving you do Id advise against it. My customers average 12 to 15k miles on ps2s and you pay an arm and a leg for them. My suggestion would be to get a set of nitto 555 street tires. They are inexpensive, last long, and perform great
