SL55/63/65/R230 AMG: SL65 tire selection
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SL65 tire selection
Time for new tires on my 2005 SL65. Currently running Pirelli P Zero Rossos. Looking for a max performance summer tire as this car is kept out of the cold and wet. It does venture out to the track a few times per year.
I've searched the threads on the forums here, but would like to get the most up to date opinions.
Michelin Pilot Super Sports are frequently mentioned, but Tirerack.com does not list the rear tire size on their site (although I have found this does not always mean they are not available).
Bridgestone S-04 Pole Positions look promising at only $862 for a set and are well rated.
Hankook V12 (gotta love the name) are inexpensive at $808, but I've heard they have a soft sidewall that might not be suited for track use.
Then there's the Pirelli P Zero for $1414 for the Mercedes version (otherwise $1294). I presume the Mercedes version has a stiffer sidewall in order to handle the power.
The Pirelli P Zero Corsa at $2016. With a 60 treadwear rating, these sound sticky, but has anyone tried them?
The Continental DWS' get a lot of mention ($1016), but they are an Ultra High Performance All Season tire and I doubt they suit my needs.
Thanks for your input!
Deven
I've searched the threads on the forums here, but would like to get the most up to date opinions.
Michelin Pilot Super Sports are frequently mentioned, but Tirerack.com does not list the rear tire size on their site (although I have found this does not always mean they are not available).
Bridgestone S-04 Pole Positions look promising at only $862 for a set and are well rated.
Hankook V12 (gotta love the name) are inexpensive at $808, but I've heard they have a soft sidewall that might not be suited for track use.
Then there's the Pirelli P Zero for $1414 for the Mercedes version (otherwise $1294). I presume the Mercedes version has a stiffer sidewall in order to handle the power.
The Pirelli P Zero Corsa at $2016. With a 60 treadwear rating, these sound sticky, but has anyone tried them?
The Continental DWS' get a lot of mention ($1016), but they are an Ultra High Performance All Season tire and I doubt they suit my needs.
Thanks for your input!
Deven
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I have supersports right now on my SL65 right now, there pretty good but only thing I don't like is the 30k tread life. I've heard Continental DWS works as well as supersports with 20k extra life in the tires, I'm gonna try them out in Nov when I need to change my tires and see if there's any difference
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SL 63, GL 500
which size are you looking at ?
the best tires I have had - Michelin PS2.
now, unfortunately 285/30/19 98 Y XL tire not available ...
255/35/19 version still available with MO1 index ..
the best tires I have had - Michelin PS2.
now, unfortunately 285/30/19 98 Y XL tire not available ...
255/35/19 version still available with MO1 index ..
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The standard sizes: 285/30/19 and 255/35/19.
What other tires have you tried? What did you like about the PS2?
Is MO1 the Mercedes version of the tire?
BTW, just checked with Tire Rack and the PS2 is not available in 285/30/19 (run flats are though).
Deven
What other tires have you tried? What did you like about the PS2?
Is MO1 the Mercedes version of the tire?
BTW, just checked with Tire Rack and the PS2 is not available in 285/30/19 (run flats are though).
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07' SL65, 04' E55, 03' Evo8, 08' GSXR, DSM's...
I am running the Michelin PSS and am fairly happy with them. Yes, tread life sucks on them but either you get a long lasting tire with less grip, or something that wears quicker with more grip.
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SL 63, GL 500
tried:
Pirellis, but worn too much too short.
I have not tried the cheap shelf, and frankly speaking i am not going to
now, contis ...
still not bad, but Michelin did it better (but this is subjective opinion only).
as I said before for me michelin PS2 the best, but as you noticed not produced any more (98 XL)
MO1 - this is mercedes amg certification/homologation
Pirellis, but worn too much too short.
I have not tried the cheap shelf, and frankly speaking i am not going to
now, contis ...
still not bad, but Michelin did it better (but this is subjective opinion only).
as I said before for me michelin PS2 the best, but as you noticed not produced any more (98 XL)
MO1 - this is mercedes amg certification/homologation
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Here is a recent Car & Driver test:
http://www.caranddriver.com/comparis...omparison-test
Bridgestone Pole Positions came in second. Michelin PS2 was rated best, but are not available in stock sizes for the SL65. Given the Pole Positions price, I am leaning toward them.
Deven
http://www.caranddriver.com/comparis...omparison-test
Bridgestone Pole Positions came in second. Michelin PS2 was rated best, but are not available in stock sizes for the SL65. Given the Pole Positions price, I am leaning toward them.
Deven
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Whats the price difference with bridgestone vs cont.? I have to do a tire swap in 10k miles so I'm getting close to swap out.
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I've had DWSs for over a year and love them. Quiet, good wear and seem to perform pretty well. I was never a big fan of Conti but happy I bought them. I also put Conti ECOs on my wife's ML, and they are terrific. I previously had Bridgestone on the SL55 and they were absolutely horrible.
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DWS vs Bridgestone
I've had DWSs for over a year and love them. Quiet, good wear and seem to perform pretty well. I was never a big fan of Conti but happy I bought them. I also put Conti ECOs on my wife's ML, and they are terrific. I previously had Bridgestone on the SL55 and they were absolutely horrible.
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RE050A. Horrible wear and a lot of road noise. Go to Tire Rack and read the reviews. I typically prefer Michelin, but the set on my wife's ML didn't last long, but the Contis have been remarkable.
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I have pilot super sports 295/30 19 rear and the 255 s up front awesome tire
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Definitely will explore the DWS, thanks!
Thanks again!
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I have the Hankook V12. To be honest i feel its the best bang for the money , the handling in the rain is great car feels good.They seem to hook up good for me , i do run 305s in the rear so that does help.
One thing i see is these cars wear on the inside of the tire. Mine was lowered 1 inch and then had the dealer set the car up.
I have no problems with the hankook.Also with this car wheel spin goes along with the car its just part of the deal.The price of these tires don't have me crying each time i smash the gas.They look great on the car also.
One thing i see is these cars wear on the inside of the tire. Mine was lowered 1 inch and then had the dealer set the car up.
I have no problems with the hankook.Also with this car wheel spin goes along with the car its just part of the deal.The price of these tires don't have me crying each time i smash the gas.They look great on the car also.
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My super sports gave out in 18k miles, and I got DWS put on few weeks ago and they handle pretty good and my Tesla uses them as a factory stock so lets see if these last longer, hopefully the new toe links and cambers I ordered will help reduce the inner ware of tires
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I have the Hankook V12. To be honest i feel its the best bang for the money , the handling in the rain is great car feels good.They seem to hook up good for me , i do run 305s in the rear so that does help.
One thing i see is these cars wear on the inside of the tire. Mine was lowered 1 inch and then had the dealer set the car up.
I have no problems with the hankook.Also with this car wheel spin goes along with the car its just part of the deal.The price of these tires don't have me crying each time i smash the gas.They look great on the car also.
One thing i see is these cars wear on the inside of the tire. Mine was lowered 1 inch and then had the dealer set the car up.
I have no problems with the hankook.Also with this car wheel spin goes along with the car its just part of the deal.The price of these tires don't have me crying each time i smash the gas.They look great on the car also.
My super sports gave out in 18k miles, and I got DWS put on few weeks ago and they handle pretty good and my Tesla uses them as a factory stock so lets see if these last longer, hopefully the new toe links and cambers I ordered will help reduce the inner ware of tires
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I wonder if its just a low pro tire deal they all do it just some worse then others.
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I remember having that issue with Kuhmos a while ago on a BMW, drove me nuts. Glad it goes away that quickly, the Kuhmos took a day to get even again...
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The 'flop flop' a radial gives after storage for a while is the result of a nylon cap ply that goes on top of the steel belt. That cap ply is required for high speed durability, as the adhesive interfaces between the steel wire and rubber are insufficient to keep separation from occurring at 150+ mph - UNLESS the nylon (for which there are great interface adhesives for rubber) is applied directly over the belt.
Anyone who drove cars in the '50's when bias tires were built with totally nylon reinforcement of the rubber remembers the 'flat spot thump' that occurred for a mile or so after parking for more than a few hours (especially in cold winter weather).
This all occurs because nylon 'expands' somewhat when it gets warm, then contracts slightly as it cools. But, the bottom of the tire contracts in a different dimension than the rest of the tire, resulting in a slightly out of round tire. Need to generate a little heat to get everything 'uniformly round' again.
Gary (spent a few years in tire/tire cord development work in the '70's)
Anyone who drove cars in the '50's when bias tires were built with totally nylon reinforcement of the rubber remembers the 'flat spot thump' that occurred for a mile or so after parking for more than a few hours (especially in cold winter weather).
This all occurs because nylon 'expands' somewhat when it gets warm, then contracts slightly as it cools. But, the bottom of the tire contracts in a different dimension than the rest of the tire, resulting in a slightly out of round tire. Need to generate a little heat to get everything 'uniformly round' again.
Gary (spent a few years in tire/tire cord development work in the '70's)