Best tires for daily driving
06-04-2018, 08:23 PM
#23
Burning Brakes
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06-05-2018, 01:40 AM
#24
I got the latest update which I believe was released in January and it's an upgrade you have to pay for. There's threads on it and the Touring is way softer. I haven't tried any other settings yet as I'm afraid to bend another wheel that's why I got the Magnetic Ride update because one of my wheels was bent and I had only really driven in touring. But I bought the car used with like 12,000 miles on it. I'm sure the previous owner bent it because I bought new tires like right when I got the car and discovered one of the front wheels was bent. I'd be willing to try sport now on some decent roads as touring is pretty soft
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Olnavy (05-11-2021)
06-05-2018, 11:45 AM
#25
Le Mans Master
I'm also considering making the switch from Cup 2s to MPSS when my Cup 2s are worn out (should be soon, at 3,600 miles, lol) and have a question for those with bolt-on mods. I'm thinking of doing pulley/headers/tune which will bring me to approximately 650rwhp.
Can anybody with a similar power level comment on the MPSS straight line traction? Will I be able to roll into 2nd gear and hook on a warm day?
What's interesting with these Cup 2s (vs. say Toyo R888 or BFG Rival S) is they almost feel like they are gripping perhaps worse than MPSS would in 90% of conditions on the street. Even on a warm day if I'm just cruising around and decide to do a 2nd gear pull, the car will spin with only 580rwhp. Now, if I get some real heat into them, they will somewhat hook even in first, but this takes some effort to do. Whereas other R-comp tires (i.e., R888) seem much better for straight-line grip, even when not at optimal temps. I mean, I do understand it, the Cup 2 compound on the Z07 is meant for road course work, has a stiff sidewall, and likely lasts longer on the street not getting heat cycled every time I drive on the highway, so I'm sure I have my answer... I just want to see if others can echo my experience and can confirm the MPSS will be an improvement if I go with them next.
Thanks!
Can anybody with a similar power level comment on the MPSS straight line traction? Will I be able to roll into 2nd gear and hook on a warm day?
What's interesting with these Cup 2s (vs. say Toyo R888 or BFG Rival S) is they almost feel like they are gripping perhaps worse than MPSS would in 90% of conditions on the street. Even on a warm day if I'm just cruising around and decide to do a 2nd gear pull, the car will spin with only 580rwhp. Now, if I get some real heat into them, they will somewhat hook even in first, but this takes some effort to do. Whereas other R-comp tires (i.e., R888) seem much better for straight-line grip, even when not at optimal temps. I mean, I do understand it, the Cup 2 compound on the Z07 is meant for road course work, has a stiff sidewall, and likely lasts longer on the street not getting heat cycled every time I drive on the highway, so I'm sure I have my answer... I just want to see if others can echo my experience and can confirm the MPSS will be an improvement if I go with them next.
Thanks!
06-05-2018, 07:51 PM
#26
Burning Brakes
Have been using the Contis for a few years now -- perfect every day tire, even in mild snow conditions. Combined with the shock software update, my around town ride is nearly plush, which is important on the rough, pot-holed roads in the northeast.
06-06-2018, 11:56 AM
#27
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I'm also considering making the switch from Cup 2s to MPSS when my Cup 2s are worn out (should be soon, at 3,600 miles, lol) and have a question for those with bolt-on mods. I'm thinking of doing pulley/headers/tune which will bring me to approximately 650rwhp.
Can anybody with a similar power level comment on the MPSS straight line traction? Will I be able to roll into 2nd gear and hook on a warm day?
What's interesting with these Cup 2s (vs. say Toyo R888 or BFG Rival S) is they almost feel like they are gripping perhaps worse than MPSS would in 90% of conditions on the street. Even on a warm day if I'm just cruising around and decide to do a 2nd gear pull, the car will spin with only 580rwhp. Now, if I get some real heat into them, they will somewhat hook even in first, but this takes some effort to do. Whereas other R-comp tires (i.e., R888) seem much better for straight-line grip, even when not at optimal temps. I mean, I do understand it, the Cup 2 compound on the Z07 is meant for road course work, has a stiff sidewall, and likely lasts longer on the street not getting heat cycled every time I drive on the highway, so I'm sure I have my answer... I just want to see if others can echo my experience and can confirm the MPSS will be an improvement if I go with them next.
Thanks!
Can anybody with a similar power level comment on the MPSS straight line traction? Will I be able to roll into 2nd gear and hook on a warm day?
What's interesting with these Cup 2s (vs. say Toyo R888 or BFG Rival S) is they almost feel like they are gripping perhaps worse than MPSS would in 90% of conditions on the street. Even on a warm day if I'm just cruising around and decide to do a 2nd gear pull, the car will spin with only 580rwhp. Now, if I get some real heat into them, they will somewhat hook even in first, but this takes some effort to do. Whereas other R-comp tires (i.e., R888) seem much better for straight-line grip, even when not at optimal temps. I mean, I do understand it, the Cup 2 compound on the Z07 is meant for road course work, has a stiff sidewall, and likely lasts longer on the street not getting heat cycled every time I drive on the highway, so I'm sure I have my answer... I just want to see if others can echo my experience and can confirm the MPSS will be an improvement if I go with them next.
Thanks!
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BillY2KFRC (06-06-2018)
06-07-2018, 08:51 PM
#28
Burning Brakes
06-10-2018, 10:56 AM
#29
Burning Brakes
I have the R888's (315's) on 11" rear rims on my 08 Z51 LS3. This is a manual NA car that makes 532 RWHP and these tires hook much better than the wider cup tires in warm weather on the street compared to the cups. My completely stock 2016 ZO6 is an automatic and I expect it makes around 570 RWHP. Can't wait to get these tires changed.
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Olnavy (05-11-2021)
06-11-2018, 04:52 PM
#30
Drifting
Anyone have an idea on the miles you get on the 888's. I know driving habits determine a lot but for mainly cruising around town and the occasional WOT burst, ideas?
06-11-2018, 05:06 PM
#31
Race Director
I'm not knocking the Conti's, but I use Michelin PSS non-run flats
06-12-2018, 07:13 AM
#32
Instructor
Dunn Tire in WNY. No issues with the install!
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likeaboss (06-22-2018)
I would to but they don't make them in the same stock sizes as I need for my 2016 ZO6.
06-12-2018, 05:26 PM
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The Michelin PSS run flats are a night and day improvement over the Goodyear run flats from years ago. The Contis are a good non-run flat alternative, however another option to quiet down the run flat tires is to install a sound deadening kit in the car.
06-12-2018, 08:42 PM
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06-12-2018, 08:53 PM
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06-12-2018, 09:05 PM
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06-12-2018, 09:11 PM
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