Replacement tires
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Replacement tires
I'm looking to replace my first set of tires on my 2015 Z06. My driving is generally warm weather, dry mountainous roads, and of course spirited driving. Any suggestions, or should I stick with the Michelins?
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I'm planning on taking some long trips in mine. Thinking about a little harder rubber when the time comes. Maybe the Pilot Sport ZPs or the Bridgestones if they turn out to be decent tires. Hard for me to move away from the the run flats.
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RE: Replacement tires
Hey party people - I thought I'd share this. Chevrolet currently offers a price match promotion on tires. I spent a lunch break on the interwebs and was able to find a complete set of Michelin AS/3 ZP's through CostCo.com. After applying their rebates and specials, I took the printout over to my local Chevy guy and they did indeed match it. Out the door under $1100. Really happy with that and the little piece of mind having the mothership look over the install. Like I said, my search was quick. Dig a little, I'm sure there are better deals to be had out there.
BTW - noticeable difference in ride quality for the better with the AS/3's. Performance? to early to tell. I'll update later.
BTW - noticeable difference in ride quality for the better with the AS/3's. Performance? to early to tell. I'll update later.
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I'm guessing your Chevy "Mothership" had the proper tire change machine, that didn't damage your wheels.
Hey party people - I thought I'd share this. Chevrolet currently offers a price match promotion on tires. I spent a lunch break on the interwebs and was able to find a complete set of Michelin AS/3 ZP's through CostCo.com. After applying their rebates and specials, I took the printout over to my local Chevy guy and they did indeed match it. Out the door under $1100. Really happy with that and the little piece of mind having the mothership look over the install. Like I said, my search was quick. Dig a little, I'm sure there are better deals to be had out there.
BTW - noticeable difference in ride quality for the better with the AS/3's. Performance? to early to tell. I'll update later.
BTW - noticeable difference in ride quality for the better with the AS/3's. Performance? to early to tell. I'll update later.
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Correct, they did have the proper tools for the installation. I also had them lower it on the stock bolts and align it using the DCS recommended specs. (One stop shopping). The other thought I had was; In the unfortunate event there was evidence of the dreaded stress cracks or bending on my OEM wheels, I wanted them to have actual knowledge. At that point, any subsequent conversations would have to start there, with them. Thankfully all were in excellent shape.
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These Bridgestones are listed for the Z07 option on Tire Rack:
One thing to note - these tires appear to be speed rated Y and not (Y) like the original Michelins. Up to 186 vs 186+ if that makes a difference. Some sanctioning bodies consider that to be a lowering of spec from stock and it may cause you problems for open road racing or mile events.
POTENZA S007A RFT
One thing to note - these tires appear to be speed rated Y and not (Y) like the original Michelins. Up to 186 vs 186+ if that makes a difference. Some sanctioning bodies consider that to be a lowering of spec from stock and it may cause you problems for open road racing or mile events.
POTENZA S007A RFT
Last edited by TxLefty; Jan 22, 2020 at 11:49 AM.