09-29-2011, 11:44 am
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| Corvette Enthusiast Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Milwaukee, WI Posts: 49
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|  Need 1 new rear tire...must I buy 2?
It appears I've sorted out the situation with my accident, and I'm going to buy the car back and have it fixed by a guy in OH whose references gave him very high marks. I posted some pics in late August when I hit the light pole. I was hoping to save the tire, but the inside sidewall is cut, so I need a new one. What is the determination as to whether you can get away with 1 tire or if you need both new? These tires are exclusively for track/autocross use if that matters, and they are Nitto NT05's. | ||||||||||||||||||||
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09-29-2011, 12:41 pm
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| Master Technician  Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Washington State Posts: 1,145
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I think as a rule of thumb if your at 1/2 or less of the new tread depth then you should do two tires. For track use I would definately do both for optimum handling. | |||||||||||||||||||||
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09-30-2011, 10:36 am
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|  Tires ?
Since I bought my 2003 corvette I've had to replace the 1. right front: Fault in manufacturing - $500.00 Ran over a metal strip with left rear: $600.00 3 had a minor accident and needed new right rear tire $600.00 so that left me with only the right front as original tire. Got disgusted with the hard ride and noisy operation, went out and to Tire-rack and bought a full set of Michelin pilot sports PS/2 ZP replacements. I put the other four good-years up for sale and someone bought them in 2 hours. I suggest you do like wise. The Original Good-years are nothing but trouble. Best money I ever spent on my 2003 corvette was getting rid of those tires.  | ||||||||||||||||||||
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10-04-2011, 02:32 pm
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| rocket8189 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 100
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I have a '04 C5 Z06, bought it used, put full set of PS2 on--18"s f/r, it has Z16 wheels--right after I bought it; best money I've spent. I'm a moderate driver--the ride and quiet were worth every $. Ride quality/long life is Michelin's game and I know I'm paying some for the name, but hey, Michelin's name @ all four corners ain't bad.
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