JasonS

Hoping the forum members could share some of their guidance with me...I'm looking to replace my (stock) rear EMT's on my 2001 C5.
Looking through the threads and comparing the data on Tirerack, I think I'm going to go with Michelins over the Goodyears. I'm also strongly considering going with non run-flats given the (extremely) loud road noise with the stock tires.
Basically I've narrowed it down to the Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 (non run flat) and the Pilot Sport A/S ZP (runflat). I ONLY drive the car in the summer, so I really don't need all-season, and would like the best dry traction and low road noise. Are the ZP's signifcantly better in road noise than the stock Goodyear's? (if they are, maybe it's worth sacrificing a little try traction to the PS2's to gain the comfort of run-flat's)...and would the ZP's have signficantly LESS dry traction than the PS2's? Just trying to weigh my options - your guidance would be really appreciated.
Cheers
Jason

striper

I can't tell you anything about the runflats, but I have the PS2's and they made a noticeable difference over the stock Goodyears on my Z06. They handle better, ride better, and are quieter too.

RaVolt

I have the ZPs. They are MUCH quieter than the Goodyears, better traction wet and dry (and not bad in the snow either - I would have never tried that with the Goodyears) and a more comfortable ride. The only regret I have about getting the Michelin ZPs is that I didn't do it much sooner.

Never tried the PS2s, so I can't give you a comparison between those and the ZPs.

04BlueGoose

Have you looked @ the Goodyear GS-D3 Non run flat? Have about 5000 miles on mine and love them-they have gotten better with the miles. They have a longer life than the PS2's and equal abilities. Plus I liked the idea of keeping the Goodyear on the car. I keep a small jack and flat fix kit in the car.

Anomir

I have to go with ZP. Great tires, so far I have had 0 complaints or issues.

IFLUBYU

Haven't had the Mich ZPs, but I have been through the stock GY EMTs (runflats), Z06 stock GY Supercars, and now the Mich PS2s.

I can't speak to the Mich ZPs, but as far as the PS2s go; if you got the money, get these tires.
Compared to the runflats: lighter, quieter, significant performance improvement in all areas.
Compared to GY Supercars: quieter, somewhat better dry handling, a step above on a dead hook, significant wet performance improvement.

If I had to go cheap, the GS-D3s were my next consideration, great tire for the money.

Unless you are prone to flats, ditch the runflats and get these and a can of fix a flat.

Hope that helps, good luck!

BlueL36

Had 'em for two years now. Excellent year-round in Chicagoland.

ndirishr1

I dumped the stock Goodyears on my wife's 2000 and put the Michelin runflats on it. Better traction, much quieter, much smoother ride. Very noticeable. My brother in law got in as a passenger (he has a 2004 'vert) and after riding a mile asked why my car rode so much smoother?

mtwalet

Good Subject!

Anyone know of any magazines out there that have run comparision tests on the runflats vs the non runflats...or runflats vs the runflats? Company vs. company?

I would imagine all the tire companies would say 'ours is best', but we all know that is just words. The feedback generated from the forum members or users is great, but can be bias based on their individual preferences. Or if I could get a tire company to sponsor me with their tires, what else can I say other than thumbs up! (I wish I could get a tire company to use me as a test mule......if any are reading this!)

This subject seems to pop up almost every week on one of the forums and hopefully by the time I am ready to replace my tires with runflats......or not, the creme of the crop will rise to the surface to help me make my decision. Until then, I got my mail box cleaned out to handle all of those offers I'm going to get!!!!

Darion

JasonS

Thanks for the feedback everyone, this is really helpful. I think the PS2's are the likely option and, looking at the Tirerack web site (where you can do some pretty cool comparisons that compare the ratings of the tires in various categories), the PS2's come out on top for dry and wet traction, and noise. Regarding the non-run-flat option, I understand there is a Z06 tire inflator kit...what does this include (it seems very expensive...is it just a pump?). Do you think I would do damage to the pressure sensor in the tire if I used a fix-a-flat type of spray-can solution?
Cheers
Jason

rkerr1234

Great tires if you don't mind supporting the French!

Bills03Coupe

I've read nothing but good things about the Michelin PS2's. A couple of my friends have them, and so far, are extremely pleased. My question is, has anyone had these on their car long enough to determine how well they will wear?

Bills03Coupe

Jason, go to the Tire rack website @www.tirerack.com and check out the ContiComfortKit. It's a pump with a special latex sealant that will NOT damage your sensors! Cost is $75!

Ikester

PS2!

87bob

I love my Michelin Pilot Run Flats they are quiet and very sticky!

87bob

If you buy Firestone your supporting the Japs its all about the same. We're in a world economy.

striper

I was getting ready to purchase new tires when the fiasco at the Formula 1 race at Indy occurred. At first I decided not to buy Michelins, they were initially considered the blame of the whole incident. However, as things unfolded, Michelin was the only organization to make any attempt to resolve their part of the dealings leading up to the race incident. Also, the C6R factory race team switched to Michelins and that improved their performance quite noticeably. PS2 non-runflats will ride even better than the ZP runflats. A runflat needs a stiffer sidewall to be able to roll without air in it. Either Michelin will ride better than the Goodyears. I have a few thousand miles now on my PS2's and they look so far like they are brand new. There are no complaints, they do everything very well.

DJMRTS

I have!

Any tire you put on the rear of a vette will have a short tread life! I'm on my 3rd set of rear PS2 tires and still on my first set of front tires. I do drive hard occasionally,(canyon runs) however I do not do tire burn-outs, drag race, or drift. Also I have my alignment checked twice a year. I get a very even wear on my tires but only get about 12kmiles out of them (to the wear bars). I run 30psi cold tire pressure all the way around. PS2's in my opinion, are the best street legal, all around tire you can buy. (Definately not the cheapest tire!)

simpleman68

Well put...And I thought Michelins were made in Germany. There are only a small handfull of manufacturing plants in the world.
Scott