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Croathlete · 06-13-2009, 07:24 PM

I just noticed that the tread direction on the left side of my car does not match the tread direction on the right side of my car. Are these tires directional? Even if they aren't, shouldn't they be facing the same direction?

A.J. · 06-13-2009, 07:30 PM

They are directional. They say somewhere "This Side Out" (or something like that) and should also indicate which direction they're supposed to rotate.

Rob@WretchedMS · 06-13-2009, 10:02 PM

They are designed to be mounted with one side of the tire facing out, this is becoming a common design on newer tires, they tend to put the beefier tread blocks on the inside, and the 'bad weather' blocks on the outside.

Rodrunner · 06-13-2009, 10:34 PM

"This side out" has nothing to do with rotational directon, it simply indicates which side of the tread should face the outside of the car. My 350Z Bridgestone Potenzas are labeled "outside", but no rotation direction is indicated. I believe most of today's radials can be safely rotated in both directions, although rotating side-to-side offers little benefit, and front to rear on the Camaro is not possible with the different tire sizes.

Croathlete · 06-14-2009, 12:45 PM

All the tires say outside on them, but it just seems like they took tires meant for one side and used them on the other as well so the tread faces the opposite direction. Can anyone confirm that their cars have the same?

patriotpa · 06-14-2009, 12:47 PM

Pics would be useful.....

A.J. · 06-14-2009, 02:12 PM

I stand corrected, they are not "directional" but must be mounted with the correct side out.

Croathlete · 06-17-2009, 06:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by A.J.

I stand corrected, they are not "directional" but must be mounted with the correct side out.

Okay, so with that, can someone do me a huge favor just to put my mind at ease. Check your tread direction on both sides of your car and let me know if they face opposite directions.

Thanks in advance.

Ranger 75 · 06-17-2009, 08:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Croathlete

Okay, so with that, can someone do me a huge favor just to put my mind at ease. Check your tread direction on both sides of your car and let me know if they face opposite directions.

Thanks in advance.

Just checked, mine are just like yours.

Croathlete · 06-17-2009, 09:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ranger 75

Just checked, mine are just like yours.

Thanks Ranger.

rolnslo · 06-17-2009, 11:55 AM

Good question. It would appear that even though they have an assymetrical tread pattern, the tires are not directional. At least the way GM is using them. If they are not directional, then you can at least rotate them side to side.

I sent a request for clarification through Pirelli's website so we'll see if they ever respond.

Rodrunner · 06-17-2009, 07:38 PM

Great pic, rolnslo, although I don't see any advantage to rotating side to side, maybe the fronts, but why not just get it aligned which will actually stop the irregular wear....or am I missing something?

06-13-2009, 07:24 PM	#1
Croathlete Danny Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: NYC Posts: 1,656	SS Tire Tread Direction I just noticed that the tread direction on the left side of my car does not match the tread direction on the right side of my car. Are these tires directional? Even if they aren't, shouldn't they be facing the same direction? __________________ 2SS/RS CGM with black rally stripes DON_RAFA describing my Noweeds cutouts - "Very Strong. When I couldn't see you I still heard you. Sounds like your car is pissed at the world."

06-13-2009, 07:30 PM	#2
A.J. Drives: 2014 Impala Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Lansing, MI Posts: 166	They are directional. They say somewhere "This Side Out" (or something like that) and should also indicate which direction they're supposed to rotate. __________________ Ordered on 10-14-08 - Silver Ice Metallic/Black Leather 2SS/RS, 6 Spd, Sunroof, Polished Wheels. Build date: 04-17-09, VIN 3978, Delivered 04/29/09! Sold on 04-16-2012 :( ZL1 Ordered on 10-29-11 - Silver Ice Metallic, 6 Spd, Sunroof, Polished Wheels, Exposed Carbon Fiber Insert. Build date: 05/17/12, VIN 1415. Delivered 05/30/12!!!! Sold 05/28/12

06-13-2009, 10:34 PM	#4
Rodrunner Senior Member Drives: 2010 SS/RS, '06 350Z Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: So. Maryland Posts: 2,326	"This side out" has nothing to do with rotational directon, it simply indicates which side of the tread should face the outside of the car. My 350Z Bridgestone Potenzas are labeled "outside", but no rotation direction is indicated. I believe most of today's radials can be safely rotated in both directions, although rotating side-to-side offers little benefit, and front to rear on the Camaro is not possible with the different tire sizes. __________________ 2SS/RS - Black/Black - CGM Rally Stripes - Auto - VIN 10171

06-14-2009, 12:45 PM	#5
Croathlete Danny Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: NYC Posts: 1,656	All the tires say outside on them, but it just seems like they took tires meant for one side and used them on the other as well so the tread faces the opposite direction. Can anyone confirm that their cars have the same? __________________ 2SS/RS CGM with black rally stripes DON_RAFA describing my Noweeds cutouts - "Very Strong. When I couldn't see you I still heard you. Sounds like your car is pissed at the world."

06-14-2009, 02:12 PM	#7
A.J. Drives: 2014 Impala Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Lansing, MI Posts: 166	I stand corrected, they are not "directional" but must be mounted with the correct side out. __________________ Ordered on 10-14-08 - Silver Ice Metallic/Black Leather 2SS/RS, 6 Spd, Sunroof, Polished Wheels. Build date: 04-17-09, VIN 3978, Delivered 04/29/09! Sold on 04-16-2012 :( ZL1 Ordered on 10-29-11 - Silver Ice Metallic, 6 Spd, Sunroof, Polished Wheels, Exposed Carbon Fiber Insert. Build date: 05/17/12, VIN 1415. Delivered 05/30/12!!!! Sold 05/28/12

06-13-2009, 10:02 PM	#3
Rob@WretchedMS Drives: His Wife Crazy Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Silas Deane Auto,CT Name: Rob Anderson Posts: 1,789	They are designed to be mounted with one side of the tire facing out, this is becoming a common design on newer tires, they tend to put the beefier tread blocks on the inside, and the 'bad weather' blocks on the outside.

06-14-2009, 12:47 PM	#6
patriotpa Account Suspended Drives: 02 Silverado, 09 Vue, 10 1SS Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Tired of apologizing when we should be kickin' butt! Posts: 1,962 View My Garage	Pics would be useful.....

06-17-2009, 11:55 AM	#11
rolnslo Rolling along... Drives: 2011 2SS/RS SGM Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 4,366 View My Garage	Good question. It would appear that even though they have an assymetrical tread pattern, the tires are not directional. At least the way GM is using them. If they are not directional, then you can at least rotate them side to side. I sent a request for clarification through Pirelli's website so we'll see if they ever respond. Attached Images __________________ 2011 2SS/RS Synergy Green A6

06-17-2009, 07:38 PM	#12
Rodrunner Senior Member Drives: 2010 SS/RS, '06 350Z Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: So. Maryland Posts: 2,326	Great pic, rolnslo, although I don't see any advantage to rotating side to side, maybe the fronts, but why not just get it aligned which will actually stop the irregular wear....or am I missing something? __________________ 2SS/RS - Black/Black - CGM Rally Stripes - Auto - VIN 10171

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