Run Flats
07-14-2016, 12:02 PM
#1
Instructor
Thread Starter
Run Flats
Tires I was looking at are not available in Canada so down to 3 choices and really not sure what to get. As I am driving out west through the US next month leaning towards run flats for peace of mind in the desert and mountains. If I go non RF will probably go Michelin.
1. Michelin Super Sport ZP
2. Firestone Firehawk Wide Oval
3- Bridgestone Potenza A/S
Reading reviews the Michelin seem to have more complaints about short tread life while Firehawks get more favorable reviews.
What do you guys think as I need to get something next week.
Paul
1. Michelin Super Sport ZP
2. Firestone Firehawk Wide Oval
3- Bridgestone Potenza A/S
Reading reviews the Michelin seem to have more complaints about short tread life while Firehawks get more favorable reviews.
What do you guys think as I need to get something next week.
Paul
07-15-2016, 04:10 PM
#2
Race Director
Member Since: Apr 2007
Location: Toronto, Canada
Posts: 15,945
Received 1,500 Likes
on
817 Posts
C7 of the Year - Unmodified Finalist 2021
Can you please let me know what the cheapest prices out the door you got for these and from what retailer (feel free to PM).
Thanks!
Thanks!
Tires I was looking at are not available in Canada so down to 3 choices and really not sure what to get. As I am driving out west through the US next month leaning towards run flats for peace of mind in the desert and mountains. If I go non RF will probably go Michelin.
1. Michelin Super Sport ZP
2. Firestone Firehawk Wide Oval
3- Bridgestone Potenza A/S
Reading reviews the Michelin seem to have more complaints about short tread life while Firehawks get more favorable reviews.
What do you guys think as I need to get something next week.
Paul
1. Michelin Super Sport ZP
2. Firestone Firehawk Wide Oval
3- Bridgestone Potenza A/S
Reading reviews the Michelin seem to have more complaints about short tread life while Firehawks get more favorable reviews.
What do you guys think as I need to get something next week.
Paul
07-15-2016, 11:05 PM
#3
Racer
Firestones are Great
We have had 3 sets of Firestone runflats on C6's. They are quiet, long lasting with good traction. The difference between the stock Goodyear's is shocking. We traded our 2005 C6 with Firestones with 40,000 km's for a nearly new 2010. The first thing we noticed with the new car was the noise and poorer handling. Discarded the Goodyear's at 6,000 km and replaced with Firestone's. The tires were made in Japan.
07-24-2016, 08:55 PM
#4
Race Director
We have had 3 sets of Firestone runflats on C6's. They are quiet, long lasting with good traction. The difference between the stock Goodyear's is shocking. We traded our 2005 C6 with Firestones with 40,000 km's for a nearly new 2010. The first thing we noticed with the new car was the noise and poorer handling. Discarded the Goodyear's at 6,000 km and replaced with Firestone's. The tires were made in Japan.
Last edited by VETFEVER; 07-24-2016 at 08:55 PM.
07-27-2016, 08:46 AM
#5
Instructor
Tires I was looking at are not available in Canada so down to 3 choices and really not sure what to get. As I am driving out west through the US next month leaning towards run flats for peace of mind in the desert and mountains. If I go non RF will probably go Michelin.
1. Michelin Super Sport ZP
2. Firestone Firehawk Wide Oval
3- Bridgestone Potenza A/S
Reading reviews the Michelin seem to have more complaints about short tread life while Firehawks get more favorable reviews.
What do you guys think as I need to get something next week.
Paul
1. Michelin Super Sport ZP
2. Firestone Firehawk Wide Oval
3- Bridgestone Potenza A/S
Reading reviews the Michelin seem to have more complaints about short tread life while Firehawks get more favorable reviews.
What do you guys think as I need to get something next week.
Paul
Can't really help with the tire discussions. I did the non-runflat PSS this spring and love them... but with the miles you are planning I see the desire for the security of the run flat.
Anyway... can I ask you a favour? Share the route with me once you are back? I'm trying to work out the courage to "head west" myself. I'd like to do the drive to Vegas and back in this car.
For the next car maybe the PCH...
07-27-2016, 07:51 PM
#6
Instructor
Thread Starter
Can't really help with the tire discussions. I did the non-runflat PSS this spring and love them... but with the miles you are planning I see the desire for the security of the run flat.
Anyway... can I ask you a favour? Share the route with me once you are back? I'm trying to work out the courage to "head west" myself. I'd like to do the drive to Vegas and back in this car.
For the next car maybe the PCH...
Anyway... can I ask you a favour? Share the route with me once you are back? I'm trying to work out the courage to "head west" myself. I'd like to do the drive to Vegas and back in this car.
For the next car maybe the PCH...
07-27-2016, 10:04 PM
#7
Intermediate
I just did the swap to Pilot Super Sports from the Goodyear EMT's and such a huge difference in ride and they are very quiet. I don't know why I waited so long as I am very happy with the Michelins...
07-27-2016, 11:55 PM
#8
Instructor
Thread Starter