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Whiteside Customs · 05-09-2012, 12:53 PM

Here is a picture comparing the 295 from Michelin to the 315 from Nitto.

Notice the actual width of the Michelin is 1/2" WIDER than the Nitto yet the actual sizing is labeled smaller.

I hope this clears up the debate.

Michelin Pilot Super Sport

Nitto Invo

Michelin Super Sport

Comparing side by side.

Finally this is the 275 Michelin vs the 275 Invo.

NinoSS · 05-09-2012, 01:18 PM

The section width (unmounted) of my 315/35 NT05's was 11.4 measured with an 0-18" caliper. This is exactly what the published specs state.

Is the diameter the same or similar on the 295 vs the 315?

Whiteside Customs · 05-09-2012, 01:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NinoSS

The section width (unmounted) of my 315/35 NT05's was 11.4 measured with an 0-18" caliper. This is exactly what the published specs state.

Is the diameter the same or similar on the 295 vs the 315?

The section width is published at 11.9" for the 295 and is dead nuts on. The reason for this thread is so many people get caught up with a number. Pictures really don't even show it as well as you can plainly see in person. The 295 Michelin is simply wider than the 315 Nitto Invo.

kbui · 05-09-2012, 02:51 PM

Mike: While on the topic of Michelin tires and their 30K miles warranty. I read on their ad that it was based on same size tires all around (you have to rotate the tires as recommended). With staggered tires, the warranty is only 15K? Any info on this?

jeffny09 · 05-09-2012, 03:25 PM

Will 295s fit the stock rim?

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Camarowguy · 05-09-2012, 03:34 PM

I have known for a long time that nittos run a little narrower than any other tire by a little.

LittleMT · 05-09-2012, 03:39 PM

what size of wheel are you using?

the Invo 315's are very fat and wide on my 11 inch wheel...

SUX2BU · 05-09-2012, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by LittleMT

what size of wheel are you using?

the Invo 315's are very fat and wide on my 11 inch wheel...

Looks like a 20x11 F14.
Your INVOs may be fat and wide, but looks like the Pilots are fatter and wider.

skar · 05-09-2012, 03:52 PM

I don't plan on lowering my car so I want stock height. The 295 in a 20 is shorter but the about the same in a 18"? I think I want TSW Nurburgring I like the 20" for looks .
What is the better combo.

LittleMT · 05-09-2012, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by SUX2BU

Looks like a 20x11 F14.
Your INVOs may be fat and wide, but looks like the Pilots are fatter and wider.

it appears to be the case....

Whiteside Customs · 05-09-2012, 04:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kbui

Mike: While on the topic of Michelin tires and their 30K miles warranty. I read on their ad that it was based on same size tires all around (you have to rotate the tires as recommended). With staggered tires, the warranty is only 15K? Any info on this?

You are correct. The warranty on the back would be 15k but the front is 30k. It's the only performance tire on the market with a warranty. Obviously there are exclusions for racing.

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Originally Posted by jeffny09

Will 295s fit the stock rim?

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No sir, these are far too wide.

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Originally Posted by Camarowguy

I have known for a long time that nittos run a little narrower than any other tire by a little.

Yes but most people don't understand how wide the Michelins really are.

Quote:

Originally Posted by LittleMT

what size of wheel are you using?

the Invo 315's are very fat and wide on my 11 inch wheel...

We are running these on 11" wheels

Quote:

Originally Posted by SUX2BU

Looks like a 20x11 F14.
Your INVOs may be fat and wide, but looks like the Pilots are fatter and wider.

You are correct!

Quote:

Originally Posted by skar

I don't plan on lowering my car so I want stock height. The 295 in a 20 is shorter but the about the same in a 18"? I think I want TSW Nurburgring I like the 20" for looks .
What is the better combo.

These are 1/2" lower in the rear and 1" lower in the front.

LittleMT · 05-09-2012, 04:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Whiteside Customs

Yes but most people don't understand how wide the Michelins really are.

I had no clue, very impressive......

Whiteside Customs · 05-09-2012, 04:40 PM

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Originally Posted by LittleMT

I had no clue, very impressive......

They are truly amazing tires. Road noise is non existent and the grip makes the nitto invos look like an old 15x8 radial!

kbui · 05-09-2012, 05:14 PM

What is the widest I can run with same Michelin tires and wheels all around?

05-09-2012, 12:53 PM	#1
Whiteside Customs Account Suspended Drives: 2011 1lt/rs, 2010 2ss/rs, 2004 GTO Join Date: May 2011 Location: McKinney Posts: 562	Time to put the 315 vs 295 debate to bed!*** Here is a picture comparing the 295 from Michelin to the 315 from Nitto. Notice the actual width of the Michelin is 1/2" WIDER than the Nitto yet the actual sizing is labeled smaller. I hope this clears up the debate. Michelin Pilot Super Sport Nitto Invo Michelin Super Sport Comparing side by side. Finally this is the 275 Michelin vs the 275 Invo.

05-09-2012, 01:18 PM	#2
NinoSS Drives: 2SS/RS CGM LS3 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: NJ Posts: 1,619	The section width (unmounted) of my 315/35 NT05's was 11.4 measured with an 0-18" caliper. This is exactly what the published specs state. Is the diameter the same or similar on the 295 vs the 315? __________________ Current - 2018 NGM 1LE (LT4 conversion coming soon) SOLD 2010 LS3 / Vengeance stage I cam / CAI intake w/ADM race scoop / Dynatech LT's / Eaton Posi LPE-JRE 3.91's / L99 Corsa / ZL1 wheels / NT05 275/315

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kbui Drives: 85 Vette, 07 Escalade ESV, 03 GMC, Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 927 View My Garage	Mike: While on the topic of Michelin tires and their 30K miles warranty. I read on their ad that it was based on same size tires all around (you have to rotate the tires as recommended). With staggered tires, the warranty is only 15K? Any info on this? __________________ ADM Performance installed and tuned: Maggie, Stainless Works Power LTs, ADM race cai, ADM ZL1 scoop Whiteside Customs Super Street 2 Package w/ coilovers BC Racing Coilovers and lowered, Whiteline Bushings & Swaybars MBRP catback exhaust, ZL1 bumper conversion, Drake billet shifter, Hurst paddles, NLP rear spoiler, OEM GFX, Vis Racing hood, ASA GT5 wheels

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skar Drives: 2010 2SSRS headers/CAI/tune/corsa, Join Date: May 2010 Location: Commerce twp Michigan Posts: 1,413	I don't plan on lowering my car so I want stock height. The 295 in a 20 is shorter but the about the same in a 18"? I think I want TSW Nurburgring I like the 20" for looks . What is the better combo. __________________ Stainless works headers/cats Roto fab CAI / Corsa install and tune Livernois TSW Nuburgring 9 &10" x 20 on Invos (315 & 275 ) JL Audio XD400/4 amp Pfadt trailing arms & tie rods sway bars. pedders street 1 package. ,Hurst short throw shifter With bronze bushings .

05-09-2012, 05:14 PM	#14
kbui Drives: 85 Vette, 07 Escalade ESV, 03 GMC, Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 927 View My Garage	What is the widest I can run with same Michelin tires and wheels all around? __________________ ADM Performance installed and tuned: Maggie, Stainless Works Power LTs, ADM race cai, ADM ZL1 scoop Whiteside Customs Super Street 2 Package w/ coilovers BC Racing Coilovers and lowered, Whiteline Bushings & Swaybars MBRP catback exhaust, ZL1 bumper conversion, Drake billet shifter, Hurst paddles, NLP rear spoiler, OEM GFX, Vis Racing hood, ASA GT5 wheels