Need suggestions on 315 rears...

GlockLT4 · 01-21-2002, 08:56 PM

Ok, I my engine will be done this week, and with all that extra power, I'm sure I'm going to be roasting the rest of the tires pretty quickly once I have it back.

I currently have Pirelli P7000's and I haven't been too impressed with their hydro resistance. Dry traction isn't TOO bad, but it's nothing like the G-force TA KD's that I had before.

I was thinking about getting the G-force KDW's but they don't make them in 315 any more. I looked on tire-rack's website and there are only 6 street 315 tires.... I was hoping to find a decent set for $400 or so with good wet traction and good hydro resistance.

So, I don't have $ to get the Pilot GSC's which would be around $650 or more shipped... and would prefer to spend around $400. Recommendations?

carter200 · 01-21-2002, 10:07 PM

I like and use Sumitomo HTRZ's. They treat me right :yesnod:

GlockLT4 · 01-21-2002, 11:10 PM

how are they in the rain? puddles?

carter200 · 01-21-2002, 11:15 PM

I have had no problem and NO hyroplaning :yesnod:

GlockLT4 · 01-21-2002, 11:51 PM

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I have had no problem and NO hyroplaning :yesnod:

:cool: And I know your in Texas so that lets me know how much rain you get into like I do... hehe. How's the tread on them? Lasts well ... and the dry traction? pretty good?

carter200 · 01-22-2002, 02:21 PM

Rain :confused: What is that :rolleyes: The tread seems to last better than usual and the grip is also above par. In my opinion they are a great buy for the $$$ and they work well for me. I hope, if you do go with them, that your experience is as good as mine. :yesnod: Take care and good luck on your choice :seeya

GlockLT4 · 01-22-2002, 07:02 PM

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Rain :confused: What is that :rolleyes: The tread seems to last better than usual and the grip is also above par. In my opinion they are a great buy for the $$$ and they work well for me. I hope, if you do go with them, that your experience is as good as mine. :yesnod: Take care and good luck on your choice :seeya

:cool: sounds good. If I can get one more person to say to go with them, I definitely will... thanks!

BTW, these rears just need to last until I get a whole new set... my fronts are in near perfect condition.. so who knows how long that will be.

jay17 · 01-22-2002, 08:22 PM

Hey Glock, how many miles did those P7000s last?

zrracer · 01-22-2002, 10:39 PM

I would use what you have until you get the cash to get a set of Michelin Pilot Sports. I drove with them on the track for a weekend in the rain. They were just great. My car has lots of HP and in the rain I need grip. Figure that the few extra bucks can help keep you on the road and out of trouble. [IMG][/IMG]

GlockLT4 · 01-22-2002, 10:51 PM

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Hey Glock, how many miles did those P7000s last?

I bought them used with 8k miles on them. The front are still very good, and the rears are not so good. I guess that shows my heavy foot ;). They have 5k miles on them from me... so 13k total right now. I think my rear alignment is out though, causing the premature wear... i'm going to have that checked out before i get a new set.

chickenman · 02-10-2002, 02:27 AM

Glock......I also run the Sumitomo HTRZ 315 on the rear of my 92 and even though I can't speak for wet traction (I only drive on beautiful sunny days), let me say they can handle a 30mph cloverleaf exit ramp at 60mph without losing grip......what-a-ride!!!!!....they also deliver a smooth/quiet ride and were priced very good at TireRack......good luck!!

GlockLT4 · 02-10-2002, 02:28 AM

Thanks chicken ... I think I'll probably get them ... :yesnod:

carter200 · 02-11-2002, 08:00 PM

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... I think I'll probably get them ... :yesnod:

Told ya :p: Hope they are what you want and more :cheers:

leego · 02-12-2002, 04:11 PM

I found Tirerack has the best price for the Sumi 315's

GlockLT4 · 02-12-2002, 04:23 PM

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I found Tirerack has the best price for the Sumi 315's

:yesnod: :yesnod:

Coupe89 · 02-13-2002, 11:15 AM

For the record I have Sumitomo HTRZ 315.
But only drive the car on sunny days also.
At 160 tread rating I hope they last 20,000 miles.... :D

GlockLT4 · 02-13-2002, 03:33 PM

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For the record I have Sumitomo HTRZ 315.
But only drive the car on sunny days also.
At 160 tread rating I hope they last 20,000 miles.... :D

That's the only thing I would worry about getting them... mileage

VETTENV · 03-17-2002, 01:22 AM

I also have the Pirelli P7000 tires on my 93'. Purchased them new. While I don't normally drive my car in the rain I do live in Florida! I have been caught in several rain storms and I think that the Pirelli's handle wonderful in the water, at least I have never felt afraid. Maybe you need to have your rear suspension looked at. I also have 10,000 miles on this set and they are really wearing well. In my opinion they handle better than the Michelin's. Don't know much about the HTRZ's. I guess whatever you decide it's better than the Goodyear GS-C's!