Z06Vette.com - Corvette Z06 Forum

bwhitten · 12-29-2007, 04:48 PM

My 07 Z06 needs a new set of tires. The OEM Goodyear's are pretty loud in the cabin. Any suggestions?

bwhitten · 12-29-2007, 06:36 PM

07 Z06 with Goodyear F1 Run-Flat Eagles. Not interested in racing. Crusing is my only passion in this car. CAn't hear my girlfriend inside over 50mph. Are non run-flat's a viable option. if looking for quiet ride and better overall performance on dry surfaces

Duplicate threads...threads merged

Lawdogg · 12-29-2007, 07:42 PM

Mich. announced last month that it would have new tires available in stock C6 Z06 sizes this comming spring. If you can wait, might be worth it.

extanker · 12-30-2007, 11:32 AM

not too much out there yet,i just put another set of OEM,s on.i believe someone is releasing runflats this spring that are better but i dont know about quieter

6speeder · 12-30-2007, 12:58 PM

Michelin PS ZP's if you want runflats, Nitto Invo's or Michelin PS or PS2's non-runflat. All above choices are 345/30-19's instead of the stock 325/30-19's stock. Just a little taller, about the same treadwidth.

747Z06 · 12-30-2007, 06:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 6speeder

Michelin PS ZP's if you want runflats, Nitto Invo's or Michelin PS or PS2's non-runflat. All above choices are 345/30-19's instead of the stock 325/30-19's stock. Just a little taller, about the same treadwidth.

Why would it be taller? I have always been told the three digit numeric portion identifies the tire's "section width" (cross section) in millimeters. So I would think the 345 would be a few millimeters wider, but still work fine on the 12" wheel.

6speeder · 12-31-2007, 07:09 AM

It will be taller. Sidewall height is section width (345 Vs. 325) times aspect ratio (30 Vs. 30). Section width is wider, aspect ratio the same. Therefore taller. They will still fit fine on the 12" wheels.

Warp 10 · 12-31-2007, 11:08 AM

I've had PS2s on my since week one and will stick with them untill something better comes along. I absolutely couldn't stand the tire noise of the OEMs.

Fit no problem, the 345s are taller by almost an inch, calibrate speedo and measure 13.8" wide.

Traction, Fantastic! These are non-run flats so have your AAA card paid up.

Nuff said

teking · 01-01-2008, 02:52 PM

I have Nitto Invo's on my car. You can hardly tell the difference.

6speeder · 01-02-2008, 07:15 AM

TEKING: Do you have better dry traction with the Invo's?

teking · 01-02-2008, 08:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 6speeder

TEKING: Do you have better dry traction with the Invo's?

Most definitely. Still have some issues ... but that problem is my right foot. Definitely better traction with the Invos.

6speeder · 01-02-2008, 11:50 AM

Glad to hear it. My rear Gy's are almost gone, leaning on the Invo's for replacements.

teking · 01-02-2008, 12:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 6speeder

Glad to hear it. My rear Gy's are almost gone, leaning on the Invo's for replacements.

Just keep a tire plug kit and cheap 12V pump in the car.

ZO6 AL-X · 01-02-2008, 01:21 PM

I think the PS2s are a good tire also.

6speeder · 01-02-2008, 03:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by teking

Just keep a tire plug kit and cheap 12V pump in the car.

The first mod I made to my C5 was dumping the runcraps. Still got the kit. Add in a tool to remove the screw/nail, and worst comes to worst, a can of fix a flat.

Oh, and a cell phone and AAA card