Question for you guys who replaced stock tires - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

chipset35 · 10-16-2013, 04:39 AM

Are you getting the same size as stock and having the tires stretched over the rim like the stock soft compound tires?
The reason I ask, is that if say someone buys the Michelin SS tires or any other all season tire, which are not soft like the stock ones....would'nt it be more difficult to stretch those harder tires? Or not recommended?
And just go with a larger size and not stretch them?

SteveV · 10-16-2013, 06:42 AM

I have the same question. I plan to drive mine year round and am considering purchasing some Michelins in November to get me through Dec, Jan and Feb. I'll keep the Goodyear's and put them back on in March.

Buffman · 10-16-2013, 08:21 AM

Chipset35 you have like 4 different threads on tires....
HA
In one of your threads you said you weren't ever driving the car in winter and need to take the bus and put on your bus pants etc...

Anyway,hope you find your answers...

SW31SS · 10-16-2013, 08:23 AM

Add me to the list. I'd really like to see pics of the Michelin A/S 3's on the stock rims if anyone would like to share.

Dropspeed · 10-16-2013, 09:25 AM

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Originally Posted by chipset35

Are you getting the same size as stock and having the tires stretched over the rim like the stock soft compound tires?
The reason I ask, is that if say someone buys the Michelin SS tires or any other all season tire, which are not soft like the stock ones....would'nt it be more difficult to stretch those harder tires? Or not recommended?
And just go with a larger size and not stretch them?

The rubber is soft....not the sidewall on the stock tire. And the tire is not stretched physically. Yes any tire in the correct size will also "stretch to fit"

chipset35 · 10-16-2013, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Buffman

Chipset35 you have like 4 different threads on tires....
HA
In one of your threads you said you weren't ever driving the car in winter and need to take the bus and put on your bus pants etc...

Anyway,hope you find your answers...

I know....but it is hard to not drive this car!
Addictive!

tramtwo · 10-16-2013, 11:22 PM

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Originally Posted by SW31SS

Add me to the list. I'd really like to see pics of the Michelin A/S 3's on the stock rims if anyone would like to share.

This is a hard ticket item... mine have been on order for almost two weeks now. As soon as I get em I will post up.

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SW31SS · 10-17-2013, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by tramtwo

This is a hard ticket item... mine have been on order for almost two weeks now. As soon as I get em I will post up.

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Thanks tramtwo! A buddy has these on his Audi and really likes them.

69Tom · 10-17-2013, 11:11 AM

Costco installed mine with no problems. Just drove across the US with them on and had no issues at all, even in hard pouring rain.

redcbs · 10-19-2013, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by SW31SS

Thanks tramtwo! A buddy has these on his Audi and really likes them.

They've made some noticeable improvements on the A/S 3's vs the 2's. Buddy goes thru tires like candy and had 2's last winter. Just put on 3's and it settled the whole back end of his car (fronts on order).

Deebo · 10-20-2013, 10:32 PM

I figured I'd save my Goodyears and put A/S 3's on my car at around 1000mi. I like the Michelins so much I'll probably just sell the Goodyears. Next time I drive my car to the office I'll have one of my guys snap some pics with a smartphone...

ORANGE CRUSSH · 10-20-2013, 10:53 PM

Got my Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3 installed same size as stock with zero problems. Only have about 100 miles on them, but they seem good so far and at least they stick in the cold.

tramtwo · 10-20-2013, 10:57 PM

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Originally Posted by ORANGE CRUSSH

Got my Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3 installed same size as stock with zero problems. Only have about 100 miles on them, but they seem good so far and at least they stick in the cold.

Photos? And how long did you have to wait to get them? I gave one shop two weeks and now I am waiting on Cosco to call.

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*mlee* · 10-20-2013, 11:01 PM

WTH... stretching tires??? Just get the same size as what's on your car and let the 18 year old professionals do their thing.

10-16-2013, 04:39 AM	#1
chipset35 Drives: 2014 Camaro 2SS/RS 1LE Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Williamsburg VA Posts: 177	Question for you guys who replaced stock tires Are you getting the same size as stock and having the tires stretched over the rim like the stock soft compound tires? The reason I ask, is that if say someone buys the Michelin SS tires or any other all season tire, which are not soft like the stock ones....would'nt it be more difficult to stretch those harder tires? Or not recommended? And just go with a larger size and not stretch them?

10-16-2013, 06:42 AM	#2
SteveV Drives: 2018 ZL1 Camaro 6M Red Hot Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Cary, NC Posts: 1,137 View My Garage	I have the same question. I plan to drive mine year round and am considering purchasing some Michelins in November to get me through Dec, Jan and Feb. I'll keep the Goodyear's and put them back on in March. __________________ People are a lot like slinky's: not very helpful most of the time, but they bring a smile to your face when pushed down the stairs...

10-20-2013, 10:32 PM	#11
Deebo 2SS/1LE GAZ 1 of 221 Drives: 2013 1LE Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: ROLL TIDE ROLL! Posts: 212 View My Garage	I figured I'd save my Goodyears and put A/S 3's on my car at around 1000mi. I like the Michelins so much I'll probably just sell the Goodyears. Next time I drive my car to the office I'll have one of my guys snap some pics with a smartphone... __________________ ...ain't nothing changed

10-20-2013, 10:53 PM	#12
ORANGE CRUSSH ORANGE CRUSSH Drives: 2SS 1LE Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Albuquerque Posts: 162	Got my Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3 installed same size as stock with zero problems. Only have about 100 miles on them, but they seem good so far and at least they stick in the cold. __________________

10-20-2013, 11:01 PM	#14
mlee CamaroFans.com Drives: ZLE & ZR2 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Conroe, TX Posts: 37,490 View My Garage	WTH... stretching tires??? Just get the same size as what's on your car and let the 18 year old professionals do their thing. __________________

10-16-2013, 08:21 AM	#3
Buffman 1LE FTW Drives: 2014 Camaro 2SS/RS 1LE Recaros NPP Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Mile High Posts: 448 View My Garage	Chipset35 you have like 4 different threads on tires.... HA In one of your threads you said you weren't ever driving the car in winter and need to take the bus and put on your bus pants etc... Anyway,hope you find your answers...

10-16-2013, 08:23 AM	#4
SW31SS Drives: 2014 2SS/RS 1LE Join Date: May 2013 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 86	Add me to the list. I'd really like to see pics of the Michelin A/S 3's on the stock rims if anyone would like to share.

10-17-2013, 11:11 AM	#9
69Tom Drives: 2013 Camaro 1LE 1SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 146	Costco installed mine with no problems. Just drove across the US with them on and had no issues at all, even in hard pouring rain.