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Bumble Bee '77 · 11-22-2008, 03:25 AM

So I finally decided to get new rear tires today. Picked up some Geostar 245/50R16 97Zs. figured it was better then constantly re inflating my leaky tire that Les Schwab couldn't manage to fix, and it got me thinking about when I decide to get 4 new tires and rims what I should go with. I know they are expensive but I was seriously considering Goodyear Eagle F1's. I'm thinking of going with 17.8 or.9s in the front and 18.9s in the rear. Just thought I'd ask you guys what you input is on high performance all season tires.

JJ#48Racing · 11-22-2008, 04:30 PM

Which F1's are you talking about, cause there's like a dozen different styles. I wouldn't bother with all season tires unless you have to drive in the snow enough to need them. If you have to drive in the snow more often than not in the winter, I'd put winter tires on your current wheels and summer ones on your new wheels. Goodyears are good tires, I have F1 GS-D3's on my car now.

Bumble Bee '77 · 11-23-2008, 06:11 PM

Yeah I was looking at the GS-D3s. I like the look and the consumer reports.

JJ#48Racing · 11-23-2008, 06:32 PM

Just keep in mind the GS-D3's are summer only. They will suck in the snow or ice. But awesome dry and wet weather tires.

Moose · 11-23-2008, 08:20 PM

My SS originally came with Goodyear F1's, but when I replaced them, I went with BFG KDW's, which I like alot.

When the time comes to purchase new tires, shop around for the best price, ie: TireRack; or one of the consumer "superstores" such as BJ's, Costco, Sams, etc..

If you have a place in mind already to buy your tires, you can usually shop for the best price at one of the above mentioned, and they will match it.

06GTO · 11-23-2008, 11:39 PM

I would go to tire rack for sure. I think with how shitty the economy the prices have dropped. i could swear 9 months ago when i bought my KDW-2's they were about $35 more a tire..

TFord · 11-24-2008, 02:58 AM

Tire rack is the only place I get my tires!

Bumble Bee '77 · 12-02-2008, 02:38 PM

Problem solved I'm getting these for $450 have Falken S/TZ tires 275 60 R 17 H rated

*CamaroSpike23* · 12-03-2008, 12:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bumble Bee '77

Problem solved I'm getting these for $450 have Falken S/TZ tires 275 60 R 17 H rated

at'll do pig, at'll do.

I was going to suggest BFG KDW's but those will do well, esp for the price.

Bumble Bee '77 · 12-03-2008, 12:58 PM

NVM

The bastard sold them. We had a deal and just like that, he up and sells them behind my back.

*CamaroSpike23* · 12-03-2008, 01:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bumble Bee '77

NVM

The bastard sold them. We had a deal and just like that, he up and sells them behind my back.

time to splurge

bfg kdw t/a g-force

Bumble Bee '77 · 12-03-2008, 01:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CamaroSpike23

time to splurge

bfg kdw t/a g-force

it wasn't just the tires it was the rims too. he said not to be upset since he'll give me my down payment back.

*CamaroSpike23* · 12-03-2008, 01:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bumble Bee '77

it wasn't just the tires it was the rims too. he said not to be upset since he'll give me my down payment back.

wait.... you already put money on them.... what a douchebag.

Bumble Bee '77 · 12-03-2008, 01:09 PM

now you can see why im so pissed lol

11-22-2008, 03:25 AM	#1
Bumble Bee '77 AutoBot Scout Drives: 2002 ZRS Camaro Join Date: May 2008 Location: Portland, Or Posts: 594 View My Garage	new tires So I finally decided to get new rear tires today. Picked up some Geostar 245/50R16 97Zs. figured it was better then constantly re inflating my leaky tire that Les Schwab couldn't manage to fix, and it got me thinking about when I decide to get 4 new tires and rims what I should go with. I know they are expensive but I was seriously considering Goodyear Eagle F1's. I'm thinking of going with 17.8 or.9s in the front and 18.9s in the rear. Just thought I'd ask you guys what you input is on high performance all season tires.

11-23-2008, 11:39 PM	#6
06GTO Drives: 06 GTO, 06 Z06, 06 X5 4.4 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: SC Posts: 48	I would go to tire rack for sure. I think with how shitty the economy the prices have dropped. i could swear 9 months ago when i bought my KDW-2's they were about $35 more a tire.. __________________ '06 GTO M6 '06 Z06

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11-22-2008, 04:30 PM	#2
JJ#48Racing Drives: 1998 Camaro SS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Lancaster, CA Posts: 1,115	Which F1's are you talking about, cause there's like a dozen different styles. I wouldn't bother with all season tires unless you have to drive in the snow enough to need them. If you have to drive in the snow more often than not in the winter, I'd put winter tires on your current wheels and summer ones on your new wheels. Goodyears are good tires, I have F1 GS-D3's on my car now.

11-23-2008, 06:11 PM	#3
Bumble Bee '77 AutoBot Scout Drives: 2002 ZRS Camaro Join Date: May 2008 Location: Portland, Or Posts: 594 View My Garage	Yeah I was looking at the GS-D3s. I like the look and the consumer reports.

11-23-2008, 06:32 PM	#4
JJ#48Racing Drives: 1998 Camaro SS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Lancaster, CA Posts: 1,115	Just keep in mind the GS-D3's are summer only. They will suck in the snow or ice. But awesome dry and wet weather tires.

11-23-2008, 08:20 PM	#5
Moose Moderator Drives: '99 Camaro SS #1392 Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Newtown, Pa. Posts: 3,982	My SS originally came with Goodyear F1's, but when I replaced them, I went with BFG KDW's, which I like alot. When the time comes to purchase new tires, shop around for the best price, ie: TireRack; or one of the consumer "superstores" such as BJ's, Costco, Sams, etc.. If you have a place in mind already to buy your tires, you can usually shop for the best price at one of the above mentioned, and they will match it.

11-24-2008, 02:58 AM	#7
TFord Camaro Fanatic Drives: 2000 Z28 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Auburn, WA Posts: 1,809 View My Garage	Tire rack is the only place I get my tires!

12-02-2008, 02:38 PM	#8
Bumble Bee '77 AutoBot Scout Drives: 2002 ZRS Camaro Join Date: May 2008 Location: Portland, Or Posts: 594 View My Garage	Problem solved I'm getting these for $450 have Falken S/TZ tires 275 60 R 17 H rated

12-03-2008, 12:58 PM	#10
Bumble Bee '77 AutoBot Scout Drives: 2002 ZRS Camaro Join Date: May 2008 Location: Portland, Or Posts: 594 View My Garage	NVM The bastard sold them. We had a deal and just like that, he up and sells them behind my back.

12-03-2008, 01:09 PM	#14
Bumble Bee '77 AutoBot Scout Drives: 2002 ZRS Camaro Join Date: May 2008 Location: Portland, Or Posts: 594 View My Garage	now you can see why im so pissed lol