[Z06] Tires Again
Heel & Toe
Joined: Dec 2017
Posts: 16
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From: Central Virginia
Good advice since I'll be in the same boat soon if I can work a deal on this Z06 I'm looking at.
Though expensive, it appears the PSS is loved by everyone and is an amazing tire. Disappointed Michelin doesn't offer a 265 or 275/40-17 for the front. I know it's almost sacrilegious to run different brands or models but what about pairing a rear PSS with a PS2 up front?
I'm even thinking of something like a 275/40 Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 (new model) up front. I have them as a summer set on another car and they are amazing so far and it looks like Tire Rack likes them. My only reservation would be looking like a bozo with 2 different brands but the Firehawks are a lot of bang for the buck.
Though expensive, it appears the PSS is loved by everyone and is an amazing tire. Disappointed Michelin doesn't offer a 265 or 275/40-17 for the front. I know it's almost sacrilegious to run different brands or models but what about pairing a rear PSS with a PS2 up front?
I'm even thinking of something like a 275/40 Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 (new model) up front. I have them as a summer set on another car and they are amazing so far and it looks like Tire Rack likes them. My only reservation would be looking like a bozo with 2 different brands but the Firehawks are a lot of bang for the buck.
Racer
Joined: Sep 2002
Posts: 340
Likes: 19
From: Royal Oak Michigan
Many years ago, I had an curb incident that I attributed to unpredictable handing due to mis-matched tires front-to-rear. It was in a vehicle that I was very familiar with (had been driving it 6 years) and had just put a pair of old, used tires on the rear of it, as I was low on money. I threw it into a turn that I had done many times before and the rear end totally washed out. I think if i had matching rubber, it would have handled much better (like it normally drove). So therefore, I never recommend mis-matched tires.
Get 4 that match in construction, tread design, and compound, even if you have to play with sizes. I am leaning toward trying the Toyo Proxes T1 Sport as my next set, as they are offered in the OE sizes and seem to be a good value for a street-driven car.
Get 4 that match in construction, tread design, and compound, even if you have to play with sizes. I am leaning toward trying the Toyo Proxes T1 Sport as my next set, as they are offered in the OE sizes and seem to be a good value for a street-driven car.
Intermediate
Joined: Oct 2017
Posts: 30
Likes: 2
I just bought a 2001 ZO6 with its second set of the Goodyear super tires. (The car just turned 20K). As for the cold weather, I was told not to drive the car much below 40 degrees, which limits my driving this time of year in Virginia.
The only all-season tire I know of in the OE size are the Bridgestones. I am not ready for tires just yet, but would like to purchase an all season tire when I do.
Le Mans Master
Joined: May 2005
Posts: 6,366
Likes: 249
From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Michelins are currently out of several sizes because they are releasing a new tire in different sizes a little at a time. The tire replacing the Super Sport is the Pilot Sport 4S. I just bought a complete set for my new 19" wheels. All sizes are supposed to be available in early Spring.
Racer
Joined: Sep 2002
Posts: 340
Likes: 19
From: Royal Oak Michigan
As followup to my previous post: I bought a set of Toyo Proxes T1 Sport for my 1999 coupe with Z06 wheels. I have been very happy with them: they offer great grip, acceptable ride and were very predictable during a track day event. I recommend them for any street driven and occasional autocross/track day car!
