Getting rid of run flats what is next best option
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There are pros/cons to the style of tire but many like to replace the run-flats with regular tires due to the higher cost and noise of run-flats. Here's a YouTube video you may find helpful, although there are others:
There are already other postings on these Forums about this topic, you may find helpful:
For the type of regular tire, I'm a fan of the Michelin Pilot Sport which has a good speed rating, but I've never tried it on a Corvette. You'll see the Forum posting first referenced above has some who favour the Michelin Pilot Sport. Best to keep asking around, talk to a reputable tire shop (preferably the owner or a long-term and knowledgeable employee) about what's best for your particular Corvette, talk to the head shop mechanic at a Chev dealer who sells lots of Corvettes, and hopefully someone on these Forums who's done this swap recently, will respond to your posting to give you the most up-to-date info on the best regular tire replacement. And don't forget to stock your car with a portable air compressor and something to fix a regular tire when it goes flat. Good luck!
There are already other postings on these Forums about this topic, you may find helpful:
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what are all the GS owners replacing their OEM run-flats with? suggestions?
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Hi all, where are you guys getting your tires at a good deal. Checked out the tire rack and the prices were great until I saw that the price was in US funds, plus shipping (ouch) and what would be a good brand of tire at a reasonable price. Run flats are more expensive, and heard quite a few...
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Run Flat Tires..Yes or No?
Do most people still use run flat tires on their C5's or have they been left by the wayside? I have only ever had to change 1 tire on the road, and that was a complete blow out. The C5 doesnt have a spare so i am a little weary of not using the runflats. Comments anyone?
canadiancorvetteforums.com
For the type of regular tire, I'm a fan of the Michelin Pilot Sport which has a good speed rating, but I've never tried it on a Corvette. You'll see the Forum posting first referenced above has some who favour the Michelin Pilot Sport. Best to keep asking around, talk to a reputable tire shop (preferably the owner or a long-term and knowledgeable employee) about what's best for your particular Corvette, talk to the head shop mechanic at a Chev dealer who sells lots of Corvettes, and hopefully someone on these Forums who's done this swap recently, will respond to your posting to give you the most up-to-date info on the best regular tire replacement. And don't forget to stock your car with a portable air compressor and something to fix a regular tire when it goes flat. Good luck!
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There are pros/cons to the style of tire but many like to replace the run-flats with regular tires due to the higher cost and noise of run-flats. Here's a YouTube video you may find helpful, although there are others:
There are already other postings on these Forums about this topic, you may find helpful:
TIRES
what are all the GS owners replacing their OEM run-flats with? suggestions?canadiancorvetteforums.com
TIRES
Hi all, where are you guys getting your tires at a good deal. Checked out the tire rack and the prices were great until I saw that the price was in US funds, plus shipping (ouch) and what would be a good brand of tire at a reasonable price. Run flats are more expensive, and heard quite a few...canadiancorvetteforums.com
Run Flat Tires..Yes or No?
Do most people still use run flat tires on their C5's or have they been left by the wayside? I have only ever had to change 1 tire on the road, and that was a complete blow out. The C5 doesnt have a spare so i am a little weary of not using the runflats. Comments anyone?canadiancorvetteforums.com
For the type of regular tire, I'm a fan of the Michelin Pilot Sport which has a good speed rating, but I've never tried it on a Corvette. You'll see the Forum posting first referenced above has some who favour the Michelin Pilot Sport. Best to keep asking around, talk to a reputable tire shop (preferably the owner or a long-term and knowledgeable employee) about what's best for your particular Corvette, talk to the head shop mechanic at a Chev dealer who sells lots of Corvettes, and hopefully someone on these Forums who's done this swap recently, will respond to your posting to give you the most up-to-date info on the best regular tire replacement. And don't forget to stock your car with a portable air compressor and something to fix a regular tire when it goes flat. Good luck!
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I was really happy with the Firestone run-flats on my C6. They were softer, quieter and didn't (quite) break the bank.
I did not track my car but drove it a lot.
I did not track my car but drove it a lot.
Some of the guys are running Continentals and are happy... Not sure what model but someone will likely chime in.
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