Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS
10-22-2018, 11:12 PM
#16
Very pleased with the tires
I could not be happier with these tires, great value. The reviews about tire noise are over blown, coming off P- Zero’s which were worn, these tires are much quieter. Love the ride too, very smooth through the subdivision driving over the expansion joints.
The tread depth is significant, if you’re on the fence - don’t be. These tires will be on a ton of 991’s very soon.
The tread depth is significant, if you’re on the fence - don’t be. These tires will be on a ton of 991’s very soon.
10-23-2018, 01:28 AM
#18
Burning Brakes
Nothing wrong with Bridgestone. I've had them on all my cars except the current 911 since it is still on P0s. Many like Michelin better, but I like Bridgestone equally well.
For some of us who follow F1 long enough it is clear that performance-wise #1 is Bridgestone, #2 Pirelli with beloved Michelin being #3.
Once P0s are done in 7-8K I will take a look at Michelin and Bridgestone..
For some of us who follow F1 long enough it is clear that performance-wise #1 is Bridgestone, #2 Pirelli with beloved Michelin being #3.
Once P0s are done in 7-8K I will take a look at Michelin and Bridgestone..
10-23-2018, 10:58 AM
#19
Three Wheelin'
Are you planning on running all-season tires year round, or just during the winter?
If the latter: Winter tires will outperform all-seasons tire on cold, dry pavement due to rubber compounds. Winter-tire rubber is specifically designed for cold temps whereas all-season rubber must be able to handle all temperatures.
I run PA4s in the winter and they are great.
If the latter: Winter tires will outperform all-seasons tire on cold, dry pavement due to rubber compounds. Winter-tire rubber is specifically designed for cold temps whereas all-season rubber must be able to handle all temperatures.
I run PA4s in the winter and they are great.
10-24-2018, 10:50 AM
#20
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I live in Northern New Jersey. I recently purchased the RE980AS as replacements for the Pirelli PZero. First impression is the ride is a little harsher going over bumps etc. as the sidewalls appear to be stiffer than the Pirellis. I also noticed that rocks still tend to be kicked up but not quite as bad as the Pirelli. That was one of the main reasons for switching to AS plus not having to rotate to winters. Overall, I do like the ride and feel of these tires and would recommend. I have a 911.1 C4S.
10-24-2018, 12:12 PM
#21
Pro
I',m thinking of getting these to run year round in Seattle. For 4 months or so we have lots of mornings in the 30's (but rarely under freezing), and in the 40's - 50's in the afternoon on the way home. Lots of rain and wet roads.
Seems like a good solution for this climate - yes?
Seems like a good solution for this climate - yes?
10-24-2018, 07:59 PM
#22
I live in Northern New Jersey. I recently purchased the RE980AS as replacements for the Pirelli PZero. First impression is the ride is a little harsher going over bumps etc. as the sidewalls appear to be stiffer than the Pirellis. I also noticed that rocks still tend to be kicked up but not quite as bad as the Pirelli. That was one of the main reasons for switching to AS plus not having to rotate to winters. Overall, I do like the ride and feel of these tires and would recommend. I have a 911.1 C4S.
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10-30-2018, 02:38 PM
#24
I just picked up a CPO 2014 911 Turbo S yesterday with brand new Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires fitted. Should I really expect dangerous driving when the temperature drops under 32?
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10-30-2018, 04:28 PM
#25
Rennlist Member
Check out this recent thread about how P-Zeros do in the colder weather and then imagine these being worse since they are designed to withstand high track tire temperatures: https://rennlist.com/forums/991/1108...der-temps.html
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0luke1 (11-23-2019)
10-31-2018, 01:23 PM
#27
Burning Brakes
I live in Northern New Jersey. I recently purchased the RE980AS as replacements for the Pirelli PZero. First impression is the ride is a little harsher going over bumps etc. as the sidewalls appear to be stiffer than the Pirellis. I also noticed that rocks still tend to be kicked up but not quite as bad as the Pirelli. That was one of the main reasons for switching to AS plus not having to rotate to winters. Overall, I do like the ride and feel of these tires and would recommend. I have a 911.1 C4S.
10-31-2018, 07:02 PM
#28
Rennlist Member
I',m thinking of getting these to run year round in Seattle. For 4 months or so we have lots of mornings in the 30's (but rarely under freezing), and in the 40's - 50's in the afternoon on the way home. Lots of rain and wet roads.
Seems like a good solution for this climate - yes?
Seems like a good solution for this climate - yes?
I've had AS/3's and DWS and they are significantly better on our cold wet roads.
May try a set too. I've also been fine here for years on cars with summer tires and even NT-01's in the cold, you just have to remember what you're on.
11-05-2018, 08:25 PM
#29
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11-06-2018, 01:23 AM
#30
245 / 305. You can read it on the stickers if you view the picture at full size.