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Anyone run Pirelli Corsas on the street?

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Old 12-12-2006, 02:46 PM
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Anyone run Pirelli Corsas on the street?
Seeing as how there is no 19" drag radial on the market, and my stock Pilot Sports are ready to be scrapped, I'm looking for a tire with a better chance of holding up to the torque of my CL65.

Obviously, the Corsas aren't an ideal wet weather choice, but disregarding that, does anyone have experience with this or any other sticky 19" tire?

Thanks in advance....
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Old 12-13-2006, 07:57 PM
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Try Michelin PS2's
According to tirerack.com, it seems that the Michelin PS2 is the choice for AMG Merc. owners. Its also the original spec. tire on the McLaren SLR. Opt. for the XL: Extra Load version of this tire. Happy hunting!
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depends on the weather
Corsas will wear really fast (read 3000-4000 miles at the most) and are very prone to punctures and hydroplaning
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Luke,

Thanks for the input. I may just try the Corsas as an experiment.

Are there any other options for a super sticky 275-35/19? I don't think the PS2's will have significantly more straight line traction than the Pilot Sports I have now.
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