Tire question
10-17-2018, 10:10 AM
#1
Instructor
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Tire question
About two weeks ago I picked up a 17 Z06 with the sport cup 2 tires. Now I constantly see the hazard stories and or warnings about driving them when temperatures are below 60. My question is are these warnings just for guys who wanna drive hard while it’s cold? Or can these tires be driven in the cold if you drive normally without the worry of the tires just slipping out on a turn outa no where? Seeing how I live in New Jersey(more like Seattle this year with rain) it’s pretty cold here now, but I like to take the car to work from time to time unless this cold weather driving is just ill-advised.
10-17-2018, 10:22 AM
#2
Intermediate
I'm also in NJ and bought my Z06 last November. I drove it through the winter on super sports - even a couple of short rides in the snow.
You definitely lose traction under 50 degrees, but it can be managed with a lighter foot. That being said, I got a set of Alpin PA4s for this winter.
With the cup 2s / super sports, it is certainly a noticeable decline in traction in the cold, but you will be totally fine taking the new car out for a spin
You definitely lose traction under 50 degrees, but it can be managed with a lighter foot. That being said, I got a set of Alpin PA4s for this winter.
With the cup 2s / super sports, it is certainly a noticeable decline in traction in the cold, but you will be totally fine taking the new car out for a spin
Last edited by Frankadoodle; 10-17-2018 at 10:24 AM.
10-17-2018, 11:48 AM
#3
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The cup tires will crack so be advised don’t drive below 40 or 50. You need another set of tires at least and rims if you can swing it.
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10-17-2018, 02:06 PM
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About two weeks ago I picked up a 17 Z06 with the sport cup 2 tires. Now I constantly see the hazard stories and or warnings about driving them when temperatures are below 60. My question is are these warnings just for guys who wanna drive hard while it’s cold? Or can these tires be driven in the cold if you drive normally without the worry of the tires just slipping out on a turn outa no where? Seeing how I live in New Jersey(more like Seattle this year with rain) it’s pretty cold here now, but I like to take the car to work from time to time unless this cold weather driving is just ill-advised.
Bill
10-17-2018, 02:49 PM
#5
I have 9k miles on mine and keep it in the garage. They stay warm enough to drive to work in the 35 degree range. They are slick if you get on it but are fine if you drive sensible.
10-17-2018, 04:48 PM
#6
Race Director
Do NOT drive the Cup tires in cold weather. They are dangerous and I think Chevy/or the dealers should warn buyers about them.
10-17-2018, 07:36 PM
#7
Heel & Toe
I can second the Michelin Alpin PA4 winter tires. I switched over last week from MPSS for the winter. In 45-50 degrees we had last week even the MPSS were getting way too loose. Its a Z06, good luck being disciplined and drive it with a light foot. I was out last night in 45degrees for some fun. The Alpin winters worked wonderfully, very predictable, great traction for what they are.
10-18-2018, 10:35 AM
#8
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I can second the Michelin Alpin PA4 winter tires. I switched over last week from MPSS for the winter. In 45-50 degrees we had last week even the MPSS were getting way too loose. Its a Z06, good luck being disciplined and drive it with a light foot. I was out last night in 45degrees for some fun. The Alpin winters worked wonderfully, very predictable, great traction for what they are.
10-18-2018, 11:43 AM
#9
If I lived north of Florida I would have something besides Cup 2's. Even in the winter here when the temps can be in the 30s in the mornings as long as you're judicious with the right foot the car behaves as you would expect it to. In the summer and Florida torrential downpours I take it easy an keep her at 50 MPH or less and it's all gravy.
I don't use the Cup 2's for the intended purpose of tracking the car but for me a fresh set of Cup 2's are the only thing that make 1st gear even somewhat useable on the street.
I don't use the Cup 2's for the intended purpose of tracking the car but for me a fresh set of Cup 2's are the only thing that make 1st gear even somewhat useable on the street.
Last edited by Bee1LE; 10-18-2018 at 11:43 AM.
10-18-2018, 02:18 PM
#10
Safety Car
Dude your in NJ.....just drive like you do in the snow.