I am picking up a C6 next week but will need new tires. I am against Run Flats. Any suggestion for the best performing replacements?

 

Actually, I have found the thread, answers the question.

Thanks

 

Self fulfilling...that didn't take long!

I was also not impressed with the ride of my worn out GY run craps until I received a screw in the back tire with the TPM flat warning, but was able to drive to my local DT tire store and purchased a new set of Michelin run flats. They drive wonderfully and smooth with the reassuring option of knowing I won't have to deal with lying on my back and patching a flat out on the dangerous roads in the DFW metroplex.

Of course YMMV

 

Thanks for your comments. I have driven a number of cars with Run-Flats and they really can't compare to the regular tires. On my last sports car in particular it was like night and day when I replaced the Run-Flats. I understand the concern of getting a flat and no spare. Best solution for that is a can of sealant and portable compressor. That is what a number of manufacturers do as standard equipment and it works well.

 

I am currently running Michelin Pilot Sport 4S's for my summer set and Michelin Pilot Sport All-Season 4's for the winter. Both are excellent. The All-Seasons are a run-flat but you wouldn't know it if someone didn't tell you.

Another great tire is the Continental Extreme Contact Sport 02

 

Thanks, very helpfull

 

As an extension of my posts, the last test drive had more road noise then the last. The tires are not run flats but old. What is your opinion, will the Michelin be quieter, or is there a better opyion to minmise the noise, it can be annoying.

Thanks

 

I am sure any new tire will be quieter than old tires. Old tires harden as they age and will get noisy.

As for your title i would say color matched to your vette

 

Can you recommend a small compressor and sealant?

 

I am afraid not. I am sure another member will be able to help

 

AirMan ResQ Pro+ Tire Repair Kit.

Is what I have


Best tire I would say Hoosier A7

 

Or good Road Service!

 

How exactly would would AAA handle a Vett with a flat?

 

Best ties? No one photo shopped a tie on a vette yet? C6 tech needs more CFOT!

 

Tires mentioned are a good choice. I ditched the RF tires when they were 1/2 worn and dangerous on any wet surface. I replaced those with Firestone Indy 500's (Old tread type) for 3 tire changes until they changed tread pattern. My most recent set is the Michelin PS 4S, and they are just as good as the Firestone's were. Smooth ride, great in dry and also in wet conditions. Both the Stones and Michelin get noisy starting at 4/32" tread remaining. I now have that on my Michelin's, and will replace them in the Spring. I'm undecided between the Continental Extreme Contact Sport 02, or going with the PS 4S tires.
Yes, I have replaced tires many times, and it's due to 124K miles and many of those miles on our many road trips that we have enjoyed in our C6.

Oh, and on those long road trips, only once did I have the low tire pressure alarm come up on one of my rear tires. I pulled over in an Interstate rest stop. pumped up the tire to 35psi, then kept an eye on it until we were ready to stop driving for the day. The tire dropped 3 psi until we were done driving for the day. Once we had something to eat, and checked into our hotel, I went out and poured soapy water over the tire, and was lucky to find the bubble on the top of the tire. I moved the car enough to get the area on the back end, so I could get at it, and found that I had picked up a screw. I pulled it out with my side cutter pliers, then used my plug kit to plug the hole made with the kit t-handle awl. I then used my 12v air compressor to pump the tire to 30psi. No other pressure issue for the remainder of the 3 week road trip. That plug was still in that tire when I replaced them at 3/32" a year later.

 

Anymore, IDK. AAA road service in Michigan totally sucks. Dropped them years ago, and went with State Farm. BUT-Back when they still had good road service, their contracted towing companies had the good extending flat bed wreckers. Worked great for my C5. Never damaged anything. Thats exactly how they handled it then....

 

As a continuation of this thread I continue to research. Road noise is a killer for me. I see the pilot 4 and 4s are being replaced. Has anyone tried the Sport 5 and what is your view of the road noise?

 

I'm like you Kimmi, prefer regular tires. I went the "Modern Spare" route. It's been a year and haven't needed it yet, but it's there if I do. Here is my thread. Pics of the Modern Spare is towards the end. Oh and I like the Falken's, they are great in wet weather which is my priority.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...ire-kit-2.html

 

I had Continental Extreme Contact Sports on my C5 and really liked them. Yes I carried the 12V compressor and small jack just in case I needed them but never did.
I got the C6 GS last April and it had brand new Michelin AS run flats and I do like the peace of mind for having the run flats if something happens. I do an annual road trip from SD to FL to see kids/grands and not as concerned now about a flat tire on the road. Also, flat/low tires in the summer heat can turn into blown tires which causes other damage,