Run Flats
Melting Slicks
Joined: Jun 2005
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From: Burlington County NJ
I wasn't able to find any when I replaced my z51 tires last month. There werent any posted on tirerack.com
Originally Posted by jpvetteguy
Are there any other manufacturers that make run flats that fit on C6s??
Just curious, if we're stuck w/ only Goodyear?
Just curious, if we're stuck w/ only Goodyear?
Team Owner
Joined: Sep 1999
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From: Swansea IL
It took almost 3 years before other manufactures started making run-flats for the C5.
I'm guessing it'll be the same for the C6. We'll start seeing C6 sized run flats from other manufactures probably in a year, maybe less if we get lucky.
Tom
I'm guessing it'll be the same for the C6. We'll start seeing C6 sized run flats from other manufactures probably in a year, maybe less if we get lucky.
Tom
Le Mans Master
Joined: Nov 1999
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From: Imperial Beach CA
Curious what you found wrong with them? I guess I would be a bit hesitant switching from a tire that I’ve hit 1 g on several occasions and I’m still here. Had two flats with the left rear and just drove over and had them repaired, $15 the first time and a box of donuts the second time. Rides quiet and wear if fine got 31K rear and 36K fronts. Then to switch to a tire that one I probably couldn’t pronounce recommended by someone I don’t know on a car capable of over 180mph. My ego is not that hungry that I want to reinvent the tire because of a sinister plan between GM and Good Year. Just my 02
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Intermediate
Joined: Feb 2006
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From: Memphis TN
I haven't found anything wrong w/ them. In fact, been very pleased w/ them considering how bad some have claimed they are. I was just curious if there were any other choices.......Had driven in Potenza "Z" tires b/4 & did like them at the time.....
Team Owner
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From: Far NW 'burbs of Chicago
St. Jude Donor '13
Originally Posted by jimman
...Had two flats with the left rear and just drove over and had them repaired, ... a box of donuts the second time.
Race Director
Joined: Dec 2005
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From: God's Country, ID
Originally Posted by Gearhead Jim
Getting the cops to fix your tires, eh?
The runflats that come with the z51 package (F1 supercar) are a pretty decent tire. I managed to get good mileage and they gripped fairly well once warmed up and cornered great for a runflat tire. But the runflats that come with the base model absolutely suck for cornering! I wouldn't waste a dime on another set of those crappy tires.
Pro
Joined: Dec 2001
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From: Fishers Indiana
Originally Posted by jpvetteguy
Are there any other manufacturers that make run flats that fit on C6s??
Just curious, if we're stuck w/ only Goodyear?
Just curious, if we're stuck w/ only Goodyear?
If you're looking for a set, I'll sell you my stock run-flats with 5,500 on them for cheap! They have three 1/4 mile passes on them and exactly 0 burn-outs. They are in excellent condition.
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Racer
Joined: Dec 2004
Posts: 260
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From: Bartlesville Oklahoma
I went with Michelin zero pressure tires. 345/30/19 on the rear and 275/35/18 on the front (same as the viper). Of course, you will need wider fenders for the rear. I put Z06 fenders on the rear.