tire recommendations
Burning Brakes
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From: Chicago IL
Do you do any driving events?
I know some people do not like the Supercar F1's. I wonder if they drove on the street only or on a track where you can heat up the tires. Personally I thought the F1's were pretty good tire once warmed up. I think most of the tires mentioned will have worst dry traction then the F1. A definite upgrade would be a Micheline PS2. Very predictable.
I know some people do not like the Supercar F1's. I wonder if they drove on the street only or on a track where you can heat up the tires. Personally I thought the F1's were pretty good tire once warmed up. I think most of the tires mentioned will have worst dry traction then the F1. A definite upgrade would be a Micheline PS2. Very predictable.
Last edited by rexracerx9; Oct 13, 2011 at 12:00 AM.
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Heel & Toe
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From: Calabash North Carolina
Firestone - 4 votes, Hancook - 4, Michelin - 3. I guess the gun is loaded and when I pull the trigger it will be one of the leading two, if for no other reason than cost of the Michelins. Firestone is run-flat, Hancook not. Is that worth the slightly higher $ diff.? I think perhaps stick with RF.
Melting Slicks
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From: Central NJ
does anyone know of a "real" comparison chart on different brands? Like the OP, I'm trying to do research on what tire to get.
I'm mostly interested in figuring out a definitive answer to "which run flat tire has the best wear" (lasts longest).
I'll gladly sacrifice dry performance for longer wear, and wet traction...
I'm mostly interested in figuring out a definitive answer to "which run flat tire has the best wear" (lasts longest).
I'll gladly sacrifice dry performance for longer wear, and wet traction...
Burning Brakes
Joined: Dec 2001
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From: Laguna Woods, CA
does anyone know of a "real" comparison chart on different brands? Like the OP, I'm trying to do research on what tire to get.
I'm mostly interested in figuring out a definitive answer to "which run flat tire has the best wear" (lasts longest).
I'll gladly sacrifice dry performance for longer wear, and wet traction...
I'm mostly interested in figuring out a definitive answer to "which run flat tire has the best wear" (lasts longest).
I'll gladly sacrifice dry performance for longer wear, and wet traction...
All the best,
GP
Melting Slicks
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From: Surprise, Az
Here's another vote for the Michelin's. I ran both the GY Supercar's and the PS2's at the track this year, in all fairness this is my first season and started with the GY's. I replaced them with the SP2's for the final session of the year and was amazed at the difference. For the first time I never had to use the rear view mirror and lapped many other cars. I don't have an unlimited budget though and will upgrade to R-compound tires for track days as I don't want to tear up a set of $2500 tires every other year just running at the track.
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7th Gear
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From: Jacksonville Florida
Just replaced my Goodyear F1 runflats with Nitto NT555's this morning. Much improved ride, noise, and feel, however, they're NOT runflats and they're W rated. I typically don't drive too aggressively, except for an occasional romp. Haven't pushed them much, so can't weigh-in on an overall opinion yet. My initial impression is that they're a great tire for the $$$.
Burning Brakes
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From: Warwick NY
One of the basic ways to check on wear is to find the Uniform Tire Quality Grade (UTQG) on the side of the tire or in the specs. Tire Rack lists this in all their specs. The higher the number, all things considered, the longer lasting the tire. When you find one that fits that your needs, look at any reviews or roadtest for that tire. Also on tirerack.com. Finally, it's another general rule of thumb that All Season tires last longer than Summer Only, Performance, High Performance, and Ultra High Performance tires.
All the best,
GP
All the best,
GP
between brands since different brands use a different rating system.
Burning Brakes
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From: Saint Johns Florida
When the time comes I think I would like to stick with run flats, but still debating that, and seeing my car is new I have some time left to think about it.
Burning Brakes
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From: Laguna Woods, CA
I believe that is correct. I think, though, that it is a rough rule of thumb. If one tire is rated 180 and another is 360, then I'd be inclined to think that the 180s are going to be gumballs with high treadwear (fewer miles). Am I incorrect?
Melting Slicks
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From: The beautiful Alabama Gulf Coast!!
Tire wear rating
My understanding for UTQG is that any comparison is only valid for different tires within the same brand. A Michelin tire with a treadwear rating 220 may give you more miles than a General tire with a 400.
Drifting
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From: Rockaway NJ
Here's my take on street tires for the C6.
If money is no object: Micheline PS2's
If you are not a baller: Kuhmo Ecsta SPT's.
I've tried just about everything in-between the two tires (logged over 100k miles in a C6 since 2005) and found the Pilots to grip the best, for a street tire, but very expensive if you log a lot of miles.
The Kuhmo's are not expensive and grip decent for the money. ($240/rear & less for front OTD). Spending an additional $75-$100+/tire for something less superior to the PS2 (and no more traction than the Kuhmo) isn't worth it IMHO.
If money is no object: Micheline PS2's
If you are not a baller: Kuhmo Ecsta SPT's.
I've tried just about everything in-between the two tires (logged over 100k miles in a C6 since 2005) and found the Pilots to grip the best, for a street tire, but very expensive if you log a lot of miles.
The Kuhmo's are not expensive and grip decent for the money. ($240/rear & less for front OTD). Spending an additional $75-$100+/tire for something less superior to the PS2 (and no more traction than the Kuhmo) isn't worth it IMHO.
Tires have about 85% or so tread left. I went with a new set of rims/tires (non-runflats) once i supercharged my car. These tires are to expensive to spin the wheels with lol
I would sell them as a package for pretty much the cost of the tires. $1900 + shipping (or come pick them up) the tires alone on tirerack are 1895. So you get the rims/tires/tpms sensors all for 1900
Burning Brakes
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From: Cincinnati OH
Take a look at the Bridgestone RE-11's. I have them on mine in stock sizes and am very happy with them so far. Slightly less treadwear than some of the other suggestions but handle really well, good in the rain, and traction is very good.
Burning Brakes
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From: Warwick NY
Funny I just HAPPEN to have a set of ps2's ZP with 08 polished 5 spokes for sale. ALSO comes with the TPMS sensors in the tires.
Tires have about 85% or so tread left. I went with a new set of rims/tires (non-runflats) once i supercharged my car. These tires are to expensive to spin the wheels with lol
I would sell them as a package for pretty much the cost of the tires. $1900 + shipping (or come pick them up) the tires alone on tirerack are 1895. So you get the rims/tires/tpms sensors all for 1900
Tires have about 85% or so tread left. I went with a new set of rims/tires (non-runflats) once i supercharged my car. These tires are to expensive to spin the wheels with lol
I would sell them as a package for pretty much the cost of the tires. $1900 + shipping (or come pick them up) the tires alone on tirerack are 1895. So you get the rims/tires/tpms sensors all for 1900
