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MightyZR1 · 09-02-2012

Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D3's. I use these as street tires and autocross when I have to drive over 50 miles to the event. I compete against myself more than others, I look for matching times or being consistently quicker each lap.

Moonlk · 09-03-2012

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Originally Posted by SteelBlueZR1

Seriously consider the Vredstein Ultrac Sessentras... After 5k miles, I can say these are the best tires all around I have ever had on a sports car... Quiet amazing traction off the line and in turns under power, easily controlled in power slide, super long tread life, and good steering feel --- Very inexpensive to boot.

I agree. I put these tires on my Z the day I bought it before I had to drive 1200 miles home so I don't have anything to compare to exept the hard, cracked tires that the car came with. I remember reading posts about how a properly running Z should be able to break the tires loose on command in 1st or 2nd gear. But mine just grips and goes. And not from a lack of power.

ZR1North · 09-17-2012

I just switched to Goodyear F1's last week. I replaced the original Gaterbacks with Sumis five years ago. I did not have any issues with the Sumis; they were quite, gave a smooth ride and though I didn't race the car, I found them to perform well under spirited driving. The only reason I switched is because of the rounded sidewalls which tend to look smaller in the wheelwell. They also sit inside the rim lip more than normal which seems to contribute to a narrower look. Overall, I was impressed with the Sumis, especially given the price. I have only driven the F1's 60 miles - I certainly like the look and should be thrilled with the performance.

ZR1North · 09-21-2012

Updating my post of few days ago---I finally got a chance to clean up the wheels and tires today after having the Goodyear F1s installed last week. Now that I've had a chance to work with and size them up a little more, I am even more impressed.

For example, I had never seen tires with a "rim guard" before (extra rubber along the edge to mitigate curb rash - nice!). I also had to remove the 1/2" spacers I had with the Sumis, because the footprint is so much larger with the F1s that with the 1/2 spacer, the tires were protruding too much.

I am a GY F1 convert!

scottfab · 09-22-2012

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Originally Posted by ZR1North

Updating my post of few days ago---I finally got a chance to clean up the wheels and tires today after having the Goodyear F1s installed last week. Now that I've had a chance to work with and size them up a little more, I am even more impressed.

For example, I had never seen tires with a "rim guard" before (extra rubber along the edge to mitigate curb rash - nice!). I also had to remove the 1/2" spacers I had with the Sumis, because the footprint is so much larger with the F1s that with the 1/2 spacer, the tires were protruding too much.

I am a GY F1 convert!

Timely info. Thanks.

tomtom72 · 09-22-2012

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Originally Posted by ZR1North

Updating my post of few days ago---I finally got a chance to clean up the wheels and tires today after having the Goodyear F1s installed last week. Now that I've had a chance to work with and size them up a little more, I am even more impressed.

For example, I had never seen tires with a "rim guard" before (extra rubber along the edge to mitigate curb rash - nice!). I also had to remove the 1/2" spacers I had with the Sumis, because the footprint is so much larger with the F1s that with the 1/2 spacer, the tires were protruding too much.

I am a GY F1 convert!

Yea that rim guard is a nifty idea. Just wait until you either get caught or are in a heavy rain storm....man you are going to really love these tires!

Tom

carmine · 09-22-2012

Vredstein For Sure Great Ride Handling And Traction Great Price Also Very Pleased Carmine#357 Black Gray Stock

XfireZ51 · 09-22-2012

Nitto Invo. Great ride, good wet traction and dry stick. Available in 19's.
One of the favorite tires for Z06s and reasonably priced. Great looking tread pattern too.

ZRXMAX · 09-22-2012

Finally upgraded to Nitto 555s. The feel is real solid as compared to the Sumis I have used in the past. Definately a good value riding on Nittos.

The Sumis always felt good when new but quickly faded as the miles added up.

The GS-C tires have been ok. Probably to old to really get much out of them.

BFGs looked better than they performed.... just so so...

Pirellis were pretty good for a 320 treadware rating back in 2002 and looked good on the car.

FU · 09-23-2012

Had those Nitto Invo's on my ZO6. Great overall tire, tough to beat.

View Poll Results: Which brand of street tires do you have
BF Goodrich	30	9.46%
Dunlop	3	0.95%
Goodyear	98	30.91%
Kumho	6	1.89%
Michelin	34	10.73%
Nitto	82	25.87%
Pirelli	4	1.26%
Sumitomo	36	11.36%
Vredestein	20	6.31%
Yokohama	4	1.26%
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09-02-2012	#71
MightyZR1 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Canton, MI Posts: 1	Re: Which brand of street tires are you running on Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D3's. I use these as street tires and autocross when I have to drive over 50 miles to the event. I compete against myself more than others, I look for matching times or being consistently quicker each lap.

09-17-2012	#73
ZR1North Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Komoka, Ontario, Canada Posts: 597	Re: Which brand of street tires are you running on I just switched to Goodyear F1's last week. I replaced the original Gaterbacks with Sumis five years ago. I did not have any issues with the Sumis; they were quite, gave a smooth ride and though I didn't race the car, I found them to perform well under spirited driving. The only reason I switched is because of the rounded sidewalls which tend to look smaller in the wheelwell. They also sit inside the rim lip more than normal which seems to contribute to a narrower look. Overall, I was impressed with the Sumis, especially given the price. I have only driven the F1's 60 miles - I certainly like the look and should be thrilled with the performance.

09-21-2012	#74
ZR1North Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Komoka, Ontario, Canada Posts: 597	Re: Which brand of street tires are you running on Updating my post of few days ago---I finally got a chance to clean up the wheels and tires today after having the Goodyear F1s installed last week. Now that I've had a chance to work with and size them up a little more, I am even more impressed. For example, I had never seen tires with a "rim guard" before (extra rubber along the edge to mitigate curb rash - nice!). I also had to remove the 1/2" spacers I had with the Sumis, because the footprint is so much larger with the F1s that with the 1/2 spacer, the tires were protruding too much. I am a GY F1 convert!

09-22-2012	#77
carmine Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Hanover,Ma. Posts: 180	Re: Which brand of street tires are you running on Vredstein For Sure Great Ride Handling And Traction Great Price Also Very Pleased Carmine#357 Black Gray Stock

09-22-2012	#78
XfireZ51 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Chicagoland, IL Posts: 9,685	Re: Which brand of street tires are you running on Nitto Invo. Great ride, good wet traction and dry stick. Available in 19's. One of the favorite tires for Z06s and reasonably priced. Great looking tread pattern too.

09-22-2012	#79
ZRXMAX Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Murrieta, CA Posts: 240	Re: Which brand of street tires are you running on Finally upgraded to Nitto 555s. The feel is real solid as compared to the Sumis I have used in the past. Definately a good value riding on Nittos. The Sumis always felt good when new but quickly faded as the miles added up. The GS-C tires have been ok. Probably to old to really get much out of them. BFGs looked better than they performed.... just so so... Pirellis were pretty good for a 320 treadware rating back in 2002 and looked good on the car. __________________ 91 ZR-1 #661 Watsons, 3" exhaust, Borlas... Hurst, 4.11s, Samco, RD radiator, gel coated motor... turquise / black

09-23-2012	#80
FU Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Found Member Posts: 4,327	Re: Which brand of street tires are you running on Had those Nitto Invo's on my ZO6. Great overall tire, tough to beat.