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I know this is probably a question that comes back with many different opinions.
I have the pleasure of having a flat tire. Took it in to get fixed and it turns out the f...ing screw is too close to the sidewall to get the tire fixed.
I only have less than 6k miles on the Pirelli's and now I have to get two new rear tires.
Now what to get?
Stick with the P Zero's?
Go with Michelin's? The Super Sport?
What other tires are you guys driving, and are you happy with them?
I am not tracking the car. This is for street use and the occasional autocross.
Ouch. That tire looks like it had a lot of meat left. On my 911s back tires wear twice as fast as the fronts which means you need a new pair of rear P Zeros. When all four are shot get the Michelins.
Ouch. That tire looks like it had a lot of meat left. On my 911s back tires wear twice as fast as the fronts which means you need a new pair of rear P Zeros. When all four are shot get the Michelins.
Jim
I was in exactly the same spot. Bought 1 P zero, then killed the 4 and replaced all with Michelin.
I know this is probably a question that comes back with many different opinions.
I have the pleasure of having a flat tire. Took it in to get fixed and it turns out the f...ing screw is too close to the sidewall to get the tire fixed.
I only have less than 6k miles on the Pirelli's and now I have to get two new rear tires.
Now what to get?
Stick with the P Zero's?
Go with Michelin's? The Super Sport?
What other tires are you guys driving, and are you happy with them?
I am not tracking the car. This is for street use and the occasional autocross.
Jim only hinted at this, but you either replace all 4 or get what's on there. Otherwise, running mismatched tires, you will not believe the problems you are gonna have.
I would replace the rears with Pirellis and replace all four later with either P zeros or preferably Michelins. No point wasting money and throwing away the front tires.
There are brand new Pirelli tires for sale in another Forum. Maybe he'll sell you just the rears. Or, order one slightly shaved tire from the Tire Rack. All you need is one, maybe two, matching tires.
Otherwise, running mismatched tires, you will not believe the problems you are gonna have.
Naw, this isn't true. As long as the tires are the same on each axle and the correct size/spec for your car, it doesn't matter what company's name is printed on the sidewall. Heck, I've run mismatched tires at the track.
As for tire choice, I went with Kumho Ecsta PS91's. Half the price of Michelins and I've been very happy with them. I drive my car hard and have 15+ years of track time, and would be able to tell if they're garbage. I like them way more than the Pirellis that were on my car. They're quiet and sticky with very predictable breakaway characteristics.
this. I had a similar situation as you and decided to replace all 4. Very happy with the decision. Performance is great and seems a little more quiet. Less of that hopping when turning out of driveways.
05-25-2018, 06:59 PM
What tires to get?
