2014 1Le Tire Swap?! - Page 3 - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

gajagfan · 03-25-2015, 09:34 AM

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Originally Posted by markgws6

32PSI cold pressure. I agree that a non-aggressive "start" will not give much if any wheel spin, even with WOT once moving. But I for one love to start out quick once in a while, especially on the expressway when I'm pole position. :-) I wonder how many will now go out and try this to call my bluff. lol maybe I just have a car that has more low end torque. Who knows...I'm just sharing my experience. Please be careful out there and drive safely.

Mark, I stated aggressive, not non-aggressive. I get you want to get a good jump on the pack on a start (which I am assuming is a standing start). You mentioned 1/2 throttle, which with the clutch in would push the engine to redline in an instant, as I am sure you know. I really have found that somewhere between 3 to 4K with an aggressive release (not popping) of the clutch is about as good as one can do. You will get some wheel spin that will stop and then you can go to full throttle. Right or wrong, I tend to practice this off most street lights!

brandon1984 · 03-27-2015, 11:48 AM

My tire dilemma just started. My 1LE now has 13k and I'm looking at my 3rd set of rears. After the break-in period I had a lot of fun and had to get 2 at 9k. I stuck with the GY F1 just because I like the looks and didn't do any research. They were 250ea at the time and now are around 350. I just had a patch done and the tire place says I need 4 tires soon. Not sure how I feel about this. I don't track or corner hard on ramps yet only get 13k on the fronts? How do I really gauge the wear and replacement time on these tires? Also, if I do need 4 this soon I'm considering a different tire. I live in Michigan where I won't see too much of the prime weather for the Eagle F1 tires. The quote I received was on the BFG G-force comp 2. Does it really matter or is there a best option for all-purpose driving? I like to push the limits sometimes, but not near as much as I like to just cruise around. I'm open to all options including slight size changes provided it doesn't compromise the appearance of the car.

Kendall421 · 03-28-2015, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by GR8WHITE1

I dislike my goodyears here in socal in the winter but when it warms up I fall back in love with them and the fact they are alot cheaper than the michelins. Seem to love picking up nails and screws though. If my wallet wouldn't throw up in my pocket i I would do the michelins. However my fronts are still good so I think for now a set of 305 goodyears out back should hold me over.

Wait! Did you say "winter in socal?". LOL Did it affect your tires? Try being here in Michigan... This is WINTER! LOL. Winter there it's 65-70 on the cold days. Here it is -23 on the cold days. Talk about no grip! Lol Mine stays parked in my heated shop. I was in SD and Orange county this winter...enjoyed the break from the Michigan winter!
Tires...I love these GY tires on my 1LE when it is 70+...but sketchy below that and like slick plastic below 50.

JimE · 03-30-2015, 12:46 PM

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Originally Posted by brandon1984

My tire dilemma just started. My 1LE now has 13k and I'm looking at my 3rd set of rears. After the break-in period I had a lot of fun and had to get 2 at 9k. I stuck with the GY F1 just because I like the looks and didn't do any research. They were 250ea at the time and now are around 350. I just had a patch done and the tire place says I need 4 tires soon. Not sure how I feel about this. I don't track or corner hard on ramps yet only get 13k on the fronts? How do I really gauge the wear and replacement time on these tires? Also, if I do need 4 this soon I'm considering a different tire. I live in Michigan where I won't see too much of the prime weather for the Eagle F1 tires. The quote I received was on the BFG G-force comp 2. Does it really matter or is there a best option for all-purpose driving? I like to push the limits sometimes, but not near as much as I like to just cruise around. I'm open to all options including slight size changes provided it doesn't compromise the appearance of the car.

Your tire life is related to how you are driving the car. There are numerous topics with people getting 20k on the rears alone. From what I've seen, the average for the rears appear to be in the 15-18k range.

I'm not saying you are doing anything wrong, but you have to "pay to play" as they say.

>> http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=400173

Mikey D · 03-30-2015, 12:57 PM

I'm going back to the GYs as soon as I can, they don't last very long but I really miss them. I went with Michelin AS3's for winter. These are awesome in rain and snow but now that we're warming up, I can't rip turns like I could with the GYs!

GR8WHITE1 · 03-30-2015, 11:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Kendall421

Wait! Did you say "winter in socal?". LOL Did it affect your tires? Try being here in Michigan... This is WINTER! LOL. Winter there it's 65-70 on the cold days. Here it is -23 on the cold days. Talk about no grip! Lol Mine stays parked in my heated shop. I was in SD and Orange county this winter...enjoyed the break from the Michigan winter!
Tires...I love these GY tires on my 1LE when it is 70+...but sketchy below that and like slick plastic below 50.

I live in the high desert and we see temps average 20s-30s at night in the winter and as low as single digits so trust me even in the 40s they aren't happy. Just need to understand their limits and drive accordingly. Day temps are usually higher and nicer but this ain't beach weather here lol.

GR8WHITE1 · 03-30-2015, 11:40 PM

Funny in winter the car makes more power due to colder temps but blows the tires off cause its cold. Summer it's over 110 and makes less power but sticks like glue cause the tires are melting lmao. Ugh we're never happy.

1bad1le · 04-05-2015, 05:41 PM

I'm glad I switched to the PSS. May not be the best at the track, but they are better daily driver in about any climate in my opinion. Drove the car all winter in Ohio except when the roads were snow covered.

Goodyears wrapped in basement. Still plenty of life left at 10k.

Elvira1le · 04-20-2015, 10:32 AM

Just installed the A/S 3's on my 2014 RS 2SS 1LE and love the ride and less noise, but still have great handling and when driving on cold tires, you can accelerate without braking loose like you're running on bowling balls. Much improved traction. I hated breaking the tires loose at 75 going on the interstate. Plus I hope to get more than 15K on this set.

snarky · 04-20-2015, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Jc's1LE

Down in here in HOT Lando like bubble gum on a rim

yep the hotter it gets the better they stick. they beg you to push the car beyond what your mind says is okay...

04-05-2015, 05:41 PM	#36
1bad1le Drives: 2013 Camaro 1LE Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Lebanon, OH Posts: 127	I'm glad I switched to the PSS. May not be the best at the track, but they are better daily driver in about any climate in my opinion. Drove the car all winter in Ohio except when the roads were snow covered. Goodyears wrapped in basement. Still plenty of life left at 10k. __________________ 2013 Camaro 1LE - SLP TVS2300, TSP 2" Headers, CAI, ADM FCM, NPP, Monster LT1 clutch, MGW flat stick, TSP LS3b cam, PAC springs, S&M Motorsports Tuning, 591 hp on Mustang Dyno 2016 GMC Denali 1500 Bulach Racing Team - Home of the fastest manual powered GM car in the world!

04-20-2015, 10:32 AM	#37
Elvira1le Mistress of the dark Drives: Black 2014 RS 2SS 1LE Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Chandler, Az Posts: 104 View My Garage	Michelin making 285-35-20 pilot sport A/S 3's Just installed the A/S 3's on my 2014 RS 2SS 1LE and love the ride and less noise, but still have great handling and when driving on cold tires, you can accelerate without braking loose like you're running on bowling balls. Much improved traction. I hated breaking the tires loose at 75 going on the interstate. Plus I hope to get more than 15K on this set.

03-27-2015, 11:48 AM	#30
brandon1984 Drives: 2014 Camaro 1LE Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Michigan Posts: 4 View My Garage	My tire dilemma just started. My 1LE now has 13k and I'm looking at my 3rd set of rears. After the break-in period I had a lot of fun and had to get 2 at 9k. I stuck with the GY F1 just because I like the looks and didn't do any research. They were 250ea at the time and now are around 350. I just had a patch done and the tire place says I need 4 tires soon. Not sure how I feel about this. I don't track or corner hard on ramps yet only get 13k on the fronts? How do I really gauge the wear and replacement time on these tires? Also, if I do need 4 this soon I'm considering a different tire. I live in Michigan where I won't see too much of the prime weather for the Eagle F1 tires. The quote I received was on the BFG G-force comp 2. Does it really matter or is there a best option for all-purpose driving? I like to push the limits sometimes, but not near as much as I like to just cruise around. I'm open to all options including slight size changes provided it doesn't compromise the appearance of the car.

03-30-2015, 12:57 PM	#33
Mikey D Drives: 2013 SS 1LE Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: North Dallas Posts: 228	I'm going back to the GYs as soon as I can, they don't last very long but I really miss them. I went with Michelin AS3's for winter. These are awesome in rain and snow but now that we're warming up, I can't rip turns like I could with the GYs!

03-30-2015, 11:40 PM	#35
GR8WHITE1 Drives: camaro Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: ca Posts: 431	Funny in winter the car makes more power due to colder temps but blows the tires off cause its cold. Summer it's over 110 and makes less power but sticks like glue cause the tires are melting lmao. Ugh we're never happy.