Tire Replacement Suggestions

[camotorsports]

Hello
Recently purchased a 1990 ZR-1 looking to replace the OEM factory tires any suggestions or help would be appreciated

P275/40ZR17
P315/35ZR17

Thanks Mike

[rush91]

Welcome to the brotherhood! Tires for the ZR-1 are getting limited, so it comes down to just a few brands. I just replaced mine with Nitto NT555G2.....Very good tire, quiet, fits over the rim lip nice, and have really good grip.

Others would be

Nitto Motivo -- all season tire I believe

Nitto NT05 -- A more grippy tire, I think a lot of guys on here run these on the rears, for better traction on modified Zs..

Toyo Extensa -- another all season I believe

Toyo Proxes R888R -- Another high performance tire, soft compound.

Goodyears ---- If they are even making these now? Expensive tire, very good tire, but hard to find.

There maybe others that I can't think of. I know some guys on here run a 335 tire on the rears, and have no issue with fitment. I love my Nittos, Great all around tire, good price and easy to get. A good new tire really helps these cars put some traction down.

[camotorsports]

Thank you for your help and suggestions !!!!!

[DRM500RUBYZR-1]

PS

ALL good suggestions

However,
Do not overlook Michelin by going with a 335 35 17 rear!
Welcome!!!

Marty

[WARP TEN]

Michelins are available with the rears being 335s instead of 315s. Many have used these. I put them on my '95 back in 2014. They fit fine, were excellent tires and were sold and installed by Costco. Not inexpensive but I wanted the best tires I could get after suffering with Sumitomos for a year or so. I highly recommend them. The information below is copied from Tire Rack's website.--Bob



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MICHELIN
PILOT SPORT PS2
Max Performance Summer
Front: 275/40ZR17 (98Y)
Style: Blackwall
Serv. Desc: (98Y)
UTQG: 220 AA A
Qty:
Per Tire:

2
$361.81
Availability: 09/25/20
Can be delivered to 60044 when available Free Shipping
Rear: 335/35ZR17 (106Y)
Style: Blackwall
Serv. Desc: (106Y)
UTQG: 220 AA A
Qty:
Per Tire:

2
$403.43
Availability: In Stock
Can be delivered Mon, 09/21 to 60044Free Shipping
Set of 4: $1,530.48
Order Pick-Up Discount
Pick up at our South Bend, IN distribution
center and get a $40.00 discount.Free Road Hazard Protection
($148.22 value. Two-year coverage.)Add to Cart

[stuntmanmike]

I purchased the Nitto NT555 G2 from Discount Tire Direct, really pleased with the handling and price.

[camotorsports]

Thank you for help and the suggestions I went with the Nitto's

[jss06c6]

Originally Posted by stuntmanmike

I purchased the Nitto NT555 G2 from Discount Tire Direct, really pleased with the handling and price.

Second that recommendation. Just put a set on my '91. Very happy so far.. Good grip, quiet, good in water..

[jefferyzornow]

I purchased Nitto's NT555 G2 and from day one have had flat spotting and balancing issues. Wish I would have stay with the Goodyear Eagles. Currently, fighting with Nitto USA trying to get credit toward a different series tire. Totally unacceptable to have to drive 15-20 miles before these tires smooth out.

[rush91]

Originally Posted by jefferyzornow

I purchased Nitto's NT555 G2 and from day one have had flat spotting and balancing issues. Wish I would have stay with the Goodyear Eagles. Currently, fighting with Nitto USA trying to get credit toward a different series tire. Totally unacceptable to have to drive 15-20 miles before these tires smooth out.

How long does the car sit for? Sorry to tell you, but any tire for these cars will flat spot after a period of time. Its a new soft compound tire, it will flat spot.