Ericsvette08

I need new tires that are street legal but as sticky as can be! Currently my Michelin Pilots (can't remember which ones they are exactly ) are not cutting it so I went to the tire store and they suggested Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2s which are two levels above what I currently have, according to them. What do you all think of those tires? What do you suggest are better? Thanks in advance as you are all very helpful. Eric.

Icecap

Here is a video of a ZR1 on the Pilot Sport Cup tires setting a lap record. Great tires but expensive. I'm running Pilot Super Sports and am very happy with them.

buckmeister2

You could get immediate info by doing a search for "best tires" on the forum. It's usually best to do a search before posting if it is not a really rare issue.

Vet Interested

Living in Oregon will you be driving much in the rain? If so, keep that in mind when making your choice and reading reviews. Good luck!

owc6

What's your average temp?

Does it ever get warm enough to really take advantage of that level of summer performance? It certainly must get cold enough that super h.p. summer tires will have issues during the winter.

Just googled it, and it will probably never get warm enough to justify those tires (they will never get "sticky" in the 60's). Waste of money if you are driving locally, IMO. To say nothing of the amount of rain you get. I certainly wouldn't want to be doing much driving in the rain in cool temps with tires that barely have tread to begin with.

zzjakect

Why is it such a big deal asking a question that has been asked before? Search function is not that wonderful, If you have answer and choose to share please do so. If it bothers you so much that people ask old questions just ignore it. It seems that we should welcome new owners with questions without berating them about search function that is only sometimes effective. If you know the thread they need provide it. Stop whining, we are here to help each other..

duckvett

Eric - I have to agree with some of the advice above. Knowing our climate here I would have to say that Michelin Cup 2 tires would probably not be the best choice for everyday driving. If you are using them strictly for autocross or only driving your Corvette in July & August, they would be good after sufficient "warm up" time.

I am on the second set of Michelin Pilot Super Sport (non-runflat) on our Grand Sport and they are great tires for the type of driving that we do. Cup 2 tires would be like a pig on ice in our cold, wet months.

buckmeister2

I offered some good advice. Unlike you, I did not berate anyone in any way. And, if you look at the relatively few helpful answers he has gotten, it is clear he would have gotten better info if he had done a search.

On a personal basis, you spit out all kinds of harsh feelings about me over a very simple idea that is echoed on this forum over and over. Are you always this offensive? And, why don't tell me where the "whining" is? Your level of anger over what I wrote is really off the charts.

zrracer

Continental's are a great tire and value.

phileaglesfan

Cup tires wear out quick because they are "scrubbed" to start with, around 6/32d of tread vs I think 9/32s. Excellent dry/warm weather grip, not good at any thing else. I always loved the Michelin Super Sport non run flat tires when I had my Grand Sports. They provided grip even at around 3F, decent in the rain (yes I drove my Vette in the rain) and they just didn't lose their grip all at once. I had around 20k on my tires when I sold my Vette and that was around 1/2 worn.

Judgebull

Depends on what you use them for..... and something that's very important, the temperature range you will be using them. Some perform best in hot summer weather like the OEM type tires. Others are minimum street legal for all out drag racing. Many tread compounds and tread designs to choose from...just match you needs.

2L8LUZ

Has anyone tried these M/T DOT Street Slicks?

Wear? Mileage?? Hook??

Great Price....got to be about as good as it gets for traction on the street besides ET Drags/Streets

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/mtt-3492

Brand:Mickey Thompson
Manufacturer's Part Number:90000028442
Part Type:Tires
Product Line:Mickey Thompson ET Street S/S Tires
Summit Racing Part Number:MTT-3492

UPC: 787025492347
Wheel Diameter: 19 in.
Tire Size: 285/35-19
Sidewall Style: Blackwall
Tire Construction: Radial
Tire Diameter Range: 26-26.99 in.
Tire Diameter: 26.90 in.
Section Width: 11.30 in.
Tread Width: 10.50 in.
Minimum Recommended Wheel Width: 9.50 in.
Maximum Recommended Wheel Width: 11.00 in.
Directional: Yes
Asymmetrical Tread Pattern: No
Traction Rating: C
Temperature Rating: C
Tread Depth: 6/32 in.
DOT-Approved: Yes
Tube Required: No
Tire Compound: R2
Quantity: Sold individually.
Notes: Designed for automatic transmissions.
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These Mickey Thompson ET Street S/S tires are D.O.T. approved for the street while providing excellent traction at the race track. They feature proven polyester-ply, steel belted, tubeless radial construction that provides strength and durability for excellent ride control on the street. The R2 compound provides quick and consistent traction at the race track with little burnout required. The tires have minimal tread void for excellent dry traction, strategically placed to aid in hydroplane resistance.

Red08

Totally

windyC6

Yea....the "self proclaimed" forum police hang out here often. But i will comment on one thing. Asking which tires are best in this forum is like asking which oil is best....or which breakfast cereal is best......or which beer is best.....you're gonna get 1000 different answers on the subject. Good luck to the OP.....

owc6

Yes, but tire options change monthly, at this point, so searching on a year or older thread won't be relevant. Even if the options don't change that quickly, they want current opinions. Many questions are just like this, so:

Ask away, newcomers, and ignore those old men yelling at you to get off their lawn. The rest of us will answer as best we can.

Red08

There are no "best" tires. Everyone has their opinion of what they like or don't like. That's not to say that there aren't cheap tires that wear quickly, but if you buy a quality tire from a reputable tire manufacturer, then it just comes down to personal preference. What's best to one person, isn't necessarily the best to another.

buckmeister2

windy...did you read my answer to the OP? It was not offensive or berating in the least,and there was no whining.. I am one who has opposed harsh treatment of people, especially new posters. ZZ had a bug up his butt.

For the record...I like my Hankook tires. Quiet, very grippy, and not pricey.

buckmeister2

THIS was my reply to the OP: "You could get immediate info by doing a search for "best tires" on the forum. It's usually best to do a search before posting if it is not a really rare issue."

Oh, yeah, so threatening, so berating, so whiny....so Old Man, "get off my lawn-ish"...

evanft

Pilot Super Sports or 4S, depending on availability.

owc6

Where did I say you where whiney?

Where did I say you threatened anyone?

At no point did I direct the lawn comment at anyone. Guilty conscience?

All I did is offer to help a newbie if I could and to ignore the chaff.