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Old Oct 12, 2022 | 03:20 PM
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I recently purchased a supercharged 2011 C6 that dynode at 850+hp.

I am currently running mikey E/T street r tires in 325/35/18 on 18x10.5 forgestar wheels.

things i like.
they. just. hook. these tires absolutely hook up. no tire spin

things i dont like.
the tires seem to be slightly wide for the wheels, a 325 is normally reserved for a 11in or larger wheel
they are SUPER soft and will wear out very quickly.
they are useless in wet weather. i swear a dog could pee in the road in front of you and you will hydroplane.

type of driving,
this is my fun car, i drive it to work a couple times a week(20 min mixed commute) to dinner with the lady, or just out on a nice day. I drive it enough that the tires wearing super fast are a decent concern. i dont do a lot of hard cornering, but do want something that will have decent cornering ability. Mostly straight line pulls. rolls from 2nd gear, or pulls on the freeway. i dont have a drag strip close by, but want something that i can rely on to hold.

options ive looked at all in 305/40/18

nitto nt555rii
nitto nt555r
mickey e/t street s/s

open to other options, but price mindful,

thanks in advance.




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Old Oct 12, 2022 | 03:49 PM
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I've had excellent luck with Michelin Pilots sport. But I only turn about 500 hp at rear wheels. I believe mine are 305/35/18. They are excellent in the rain also.
You have a beautiful car.
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