c230 o5

im only going to use them for the summer only (only summer TIME)
and afew times will go to track

Cloudz

falkens have pretty nice grip - but more for daily driving, it sticks and dont wear out as fast... but if you are gonna use it only for summer, then screw it

BadAssC230k

im gettin falken fk-452
i heard toyo t1's are pretty hot too

c230 o5

yea i was told to get the fk-452 also

what about the RT-615?? isnt that better then the fk-452
and it looks hot

sanf

how about some drag slicks

tommy

I've got them on my CRX; phenominal grip in dry weather. OK grip in wet weather (though a thousand times better than the old Azenis, which were damn scary when any kind of water was involved). They do wear down VERY quickly.

I've currently got the Neovas on the ccoupe (well, actually, will have them on Saturday, as I switch from my snows then), and I have to say that they're really great - I highly recommend them. Better than the PS2s, which I had previously. If you do get them, make sure to store them indoors for the winter.

c230 o5

your talking about the RT-615 right (Phenominal Grip)

If i do the Falken RT-615 im only going to be using them only summer..
and then when winter comes im taking them off and puting my stock rim on with it's stock tires

tommy

Yes, I'm talking about them - the RT615s. I'm not sure you'd want an almost r-compound tire on your dd, though. But if you do, just drive a little defensively in rain. And especially, take them for one ride in the first snow of the year before switching back - it's better than Great Adventure.

Cloudz

really? I had the RT615s on the C240 in the summer and during the fall where it rains like no tomorrow... It worked pretty well in the rain... really good grip

c230 o5

really so i gues thats good, well im only going to be using the RT615 only for the summer and for the money its the best in my opinion

265/35/18R
235/40/18F = 766.00 To your door

from DiscountTire.com

The Godfather

PS2. they are sock on Porsche CGT, McLaren SLR, Pagandi Zonda... etc... 'nuff said. Michelin PS2 are THE best. they have 3 contact area on the tire (or was it 2 I forgot). So when you take hard turns you actual get more contact patch to the groud, more grip, more traction, makes you go faster and safer. And in the rain it's very good as well because the water evacuation channels are more efficient than the V shaped tire tread seen in other tires.

btw Im Michelin and BFGoodrich certified, I'm not talking outta my ****.

edit: on my E55 I had BFGoodrich KDW 2, Michelin Pilot Sport 2 and Pilot Sport A/S.

While the KDW are AWESOME tires, the PS2 is lightyears ahead!! W/ the KDW I would break traction from a dig. On the PS A/S I do too but less. W/ the PS2, I DONT!

c230 o5

what do you think of
Bridgestone> Potenza RE-01R
Falken> RT 615

c230K415

Hey guys...not sure if you have seen my thread in the off topic (shows a picture of my tire) here's the link.
So it is definitely time for some new tires. I plan on getting all 4 changed (since before I would half-**** it and just do two since to my judgement the other two would last for a bit more)

I am currently looking into the Dunlop SP Sport MAXX's and the Good Year Eagle F1 GS-D3. I am wondering what do you guys think about these tires? Both of them have had great reviews on Tirerack.com.
Good Year F1 GS-D3 = $177 each
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX = $142 each
(On a side note, my mechanic can get tires off Tirerack for cheaper than what they sell and I have someone that installs/aligns/balances for 15 bucks a tire)

Can anybody drop their $.02 on these 2 tires?

dchao

I heard the Potenza RE-01R is the best high performance summer tire right now, and also cheaper than PS2 too. I am going to try them on next.

I have the RE050A-Pole Position on at the moment, they are also excellent.

tommy

Actually, if you read Tirerack's full review, Potenza vs. Neova, Yoko wins at the track, and Potenza wins as a daily driver. So, pick you poison - are you a man or a woman?

Godfather - you're crazy - PS2 is an older tire at this point, and it shows.

advans

should get yokohama, since its "ADVAN"

haha i might get myself a set.

c230K415

Haha thanks guys. In the middle of my sleep last night I actually thought "eh, why not fork out the extra and just get some PS2's...after all...I like playing PlayStation2 a lot."

I have heard many good things aobut the Pole Position's...I think they are ranked 1 on Tirerack.

Hmmm...Potenza RE-01R is cheaper and better than PS2? I will be sure to check these out...thanks a lot for the opinions guys!

Advans....those Advan tires seem quite costly!

wang

I've had a set of GS-D3s on my '06 C230 Sport (auto) since November of '06 and I love them.

As far as handling goes, it's definitely an improvement over the OEM Michelins. Wet/dry handling is superb, grip stays strong through hard turns, and I've noticed improved launching from a standstill. You can still push the rear loose by inducing oversteer, though. Also, I've noticed less jerk when going over speedbumps, unavoidable potholes, etc.

The negative is probably going to be ride noise if you're using the freeways in LA/OC, but I think most enthusiasts wouldn't mind the noise too much. If you're going for the absolute best, then definitely go for a set of ADVANs. If you want something with a good tread life (I've put about 3500mi on mine with fairly spirited driving so far and tread wear is minimal) that will be good for everyday driving as well, go for the GS-D3s.

By the way, this is my first post to the forums and I hope to be around for a while. You all seem like a great bunch.

c230K415

Thanks a lot for the opinion man! Welcome to MBWorld!
I was really aiming for tread life...and I also heard the PS2's last quite a while...agh...really hard choice...and my current stock Pilot's are running outta rubber...

wang

I can't give you definite word on tread life for the GS-D3s since I've only been driving on them for half a year, but for about 3-4 months I was commuting from Cerritos to City of Industry and back twice a day (carpooling for the wife), and I'm surprised at how little tread I've run down the way I take corners and start/stop. I can't say for sure on tread wear so far, but the tires look practically new, so I'd guess less than 5%.

c230K415

Hey guys just wanted to update...

My friend over at the Big O Tires just gave me some prices and I made a decision.

Michelin Pilot Sport 2 (PS2):
$215 per tire
This price includes taxes, installing them, balancing, and alignment

Good Year Eagle F1 GS-D3:
$170 per tire
Same services as the PS2's stated above

So I decided to go with the GS-D3's...I will tell you guys how they feel compared to what I have now (Michelin Pilot Sport's (PS1's)).

By the way...maybe we should have a Official Tire Thread?

WaveyKat

am getting a set of falken FK452 well i already have the rear tires just waiting for the fronts.

drexappeal

There are quite a few people that have GS-D3's, including myself. Others go with Toyo T1-R's. Those seem to be the 2 most chosen (especially for lowered vehicles).

c230K415

Ah nice. How do you like your GS-D3's drex? When the time comes, would you replace them with the same tires or would you go for something else?

drexappeal

Imma try Toyo T1-R's, but I like the GS-D3's for sure. They've been a great tire up to this point and there's still a lot of tread left (after 1 year and a lot of R&D road testing).