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Old Nov 23, 2012 | 09:10 PM
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Replacing tires...

Need help... Looking to replace the Pirelli's on my 2008 C2S. I was thinking maybe Michellin Pilot Sport or maybe Bridgestones since most seemed to have liked them.. I had luck with Bridgestones several years ago witn a Boxster S, but not sure what I should do for the CS2. Any thoughts would be appreciated!
 
Old Nov 23, 2012 | 09:27 PM
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I recommend the Michellin Pilot Super Sport, check out the link below....we were discussing these tires.....

https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...per-sport.html
 
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I run both Michelin Pilot Super Sports and Bridgestone S-02 (not S-02A) They are great on the street, they've been great on the track. Quiet and superb traction. Likewise, the Super Sports are top drawer.

 
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I was running the Bridgestone REA050A (?) and I was happy with them. But, I went with the Michellin Pilot Super Sports this time and love them. They seem to manage the rough roads a little smoother and quieter and then there's the grip. They also were a little cheaper and supposedly wear better. Now, so far the new formula isn't Porsche approved but its what my dealer as well as many knowledgable friends suggested I go with.
 
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Stay away from hankook IMO
 
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Looks like I'll go with the Super Sports.. Thank you for the insight!
 
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Most that have switched to the MPSS seem to like them including me.
 
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Super Sports are the way to go. I just ordered a set for my 19" Brabus Mono VI 2-piece wheels
 
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I know Michelin Super Sports are the craze, don't discount Bridgestone RE11's.

My GT3 came with them, and for a street tire they are excellent, way better then PS2's and in a totally different class then the crappy PZero's that way too many C2S's come with.
 
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Originally Posted by NorthVan
I know Michelin Super Sports are the craze, don't discount Bridgestone RE11's.

My GT3 came with them, and for a street tire they are excellent, way better then PS2's and in a totally different class then the crappy PZero's that way too many C2S's come with.
Not a bad looking tire......Is that what you're running now?
 
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RE11 is a nice tire but you are sacrificing quite a bit on noise, comfort, and rain performance.

+1 on Hankook for our car. Sidewall is far too soft. It worked well for my old E55.
 
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Originally Posted by kiddoutlaw
Not a bad looking tire......Is that what you're running now?
Yes, on the street and on the track when there is rain. On a dry track it is Michelin N1 slicks or Hoosier R6's.
 

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Originally Posted by K-E-V
RE11 is a nice tire but you are sacrificing quite a bit on noise, comfort, and rain performance.

+1 on Hankook for our car. Sidewall is far too soft. It worked well for my old E55.
I find that they are great in the rain...and we get more then our fair share in Vancouver. I DD my car most days, except if there is ice, snow or salt on the road.
 
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I find that they are great in the rain...and we get more then our fair share in Vancouver. I DD my car most days, except if there is ice, snow or salt on the road.
I had RE11 on my M3 and they didn't perform as well as the PS2s in the rain. Maybe it's user dependent. I'm not that skilled of a driver.
 

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