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Vroom · 03-08-2018, 12:28 AM

I do 285/315 of MPSS. Been through several sets. I had 295/315, but they tag the fender from time to time. I've done a review on it if you search my posts.

I find the 315s on the back stabilize the rear of the car vs the 305s. It not only accelerates with little slippage, it flies through the corners. A lot of that is the MPSS, but even when I tried 305 MPSS, the 315s just keeps things together better. I probably have over 100k miles on the config at this point.

rvnmaniac · 03-08-2018, 06:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Vroom

I do 285/315 of MPSS. Been through several sets. I had 295/315, but they tag the fender from time to time. I've done a review on it if you search my posts.

I find the 315s on the back stabilize the rear of the car vs the 305s. It not only accelerates with little slippage, it flies through the corners. A lot of that is the MPSS, but even when I tried 305 MPSS, the 315s just keeps things together better. I probably have over 100k miles on the config at this point.

I've neen running 295 up front. Really haven't noticed any issues. Just curious at what point are the fenders being tagged? Stock suspension?

hammdo · 03-08-2018, 09:47 AM

Vroom, 150k on a ZL1! Now that’s awesome...

-Don

Vroom · 03-09-2018, 12:19 AM

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Originally Posted by rvnmaniac

I've neen running 295 up front. Really haven't noticed any issues. Just curious at what point are the fenders being tagged? Stock suspension?

They definitely hit, on both sides. Suspension is stock. Lend me your car for an hour and I'll get it to hit for you

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Originally Posted by hammdo

Vroom, 150k on a ZL1! Now that’s awesome...

-Don

Well, they said they built it to be driven

incon3037r · 04-03-2018, 09:58 PM

315's also seem to be approximately $30 cheaper than 305's.

9020B · 04-06-2018, 10:08 AM

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Originally Posted by RobZL1

Another option would be two sets of wheels- sticky tires for the summer months and all-seasons for the winter. I was going to do that, but now that I've had a couple months with them, I think the conti's will be fine for my purposes all year long. I don't hook well in first, but it's fine after that.

I bought a set of the BFG Comp II in the OEM size, and mounted then on the Z-28 knock off wheels. I mount these when taking the car on trips or storing in the Winter. I bought a set of Bridgestone 71R's in 305/30/19's and mounted them on Forgelines for the fun stuff.

sherob · 04-06-2018, 10:58 AM

For the price, performance, and year round drive-ability, you can't beat the BFG II's! They've amazed me in snow/ice/hail, wet/rain, and just your normal everyday summer heat.

Frompleat26 · 07-25-2022, 08:45 AM

There are a few schools of thought on tire selection. Some people feel that wider is always better, as it provides more contact patch with the ground and thus more grip. Others believe that taller tires are better, as they provide more leverage against the ground and thus more grip. And then there are those who think that the best tire is one that is the right balance of width and height for the application.

In terms of sticky tires, there are a few different brands that come to mind. The Nitto NT05 is a popular choice, as is the Michelin Pilot Super Sport. These are both great tire choices for those who are looking for something that will provide good grip on the street.
For those of you who are looking for a tire that is similar in size to the stock tire but with better performance, the Toyo R888R is a good option. This tire is available in both 285/35R19 and 305/35R19 sizes, so it should be a good fit for your application.

03-08-2018, 12:28 AM	#29
Vroom Drives: 2013 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 325	I do 285/315 of MPSS. Been through several sets. I had 295/315, but they tag the fender from time to time. I've done a review on it if you search my posts. I find the 315s on the back stabilize the rear of the car vs the 305s. It not only accelerates with little slippage, it flies through the corners. A lot of that is the MPSS, but even when I tried 305 MPSS, the 315s just keeps things together better. I probably have over 100k miles on the config at this point. __________________ 2013 Victory Red ZL1 - 210K+ miles. Mods: Who needs mods...its a freaking ZL1 - Last car: 2006 GTO

03-08-2018, 09:47 AM	#31
hammdo 'It's an experiment' Drives: [COTW 2/09/15] '11 GPI LSA SC Z/LE Join Date: May 2014 Location: Dallas TX Posts: 8,694 View My Garage	Vroom, 150k on a ZL1! Now that’s awesome... -Don __________________ 747 RWHP 794 RWTQ "Horsepower sells cars, torque wins races." - Enzo Ferrari See My Build: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=385577

04-03-2018, 09:58 PM	#33
incon3037r GMHIC Drives: 2013 Camaro ZL1/2008 Pontiac G8 GT Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 137	315's also seem to be approximately $30 cheaper than 305's. __________________ Pontiac G8 GT- ProCharger F-1D, Treadstone TR1235 FMIC, Kooks 1 7/8" LTH,Corsa catback, New Era (228/240) cam, Yella Terra 1.7 Rockers, GMPP LS3 CNC heads, Aeromotive A1000, FAST fuel rails, FIC 1000cc injectors - 762 RWHP/646 LBFT tuned @ 11psi on E85 using HP Tuners Camaro ZL1- Stainless Works 2" LTH, Corsa catback, RSC PDx cam, ID 1050x injectors, DSX fuel kit, New Era 4.5" intake, BTR springs/pushrods, AFCO heat exchanger, New Era expansion tank, Innovators West balancer, Metco 9.55" lower - 609 RWHP/591 LBFT tuned @ 8psi on 91 octane using HP Tuners

04-06-2018, 10:58 AM	#35
sherob Drives: 2015 SW 1SS/RS 1LE Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Brighton, CO Posts: 2,736	For the price, performance, and year round drive-ability, you can't beat the BFG II's! They've amazed me in snow/ice/hail, wet/rain, and just your normal everyday summer heat. __________________ “The Eagles and the Captain and Tennille ruled the airwaves, and we were the answer to it.” - Joey Ramone

07-25-2022, 08:45 AM	#36
Frompleat26 Drives: Chevy Cruze 2016 Join Date: Jul 2022 Location: Rothenbuch Posts: 2	There are a few schools of thought on tire selection. Some people feel that wider is always better, as it provides more contact patch with the ground and thus more grip. Others believe that taller tires are better, as they provide more leverage against the ground and thus more grip. And then there are those who think that the best tire is one that is the right balance of width and height for the application. In terms of sticky tires, there are a few different brands that come to mind. The Nitto NT05 is a popular choice, as is the Michelin Pilot Super Sport. These are both great tire choices for those who are looking for something that will provide good grip on the street. For those of you who are looking for a tire that is similar in size to the stock tire but with better performance, the Toyo R888R is a good option. This tire is available in both 285/35R19 and 305/35R19 sizes, so it should be a good fit for your application. Last edited by Frompleat26; 07-26-2022 at 08:31 AM.