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Originally Posted by eaglesfan2006
OP, any new updates since December 17? Have they continued to improve? Thinking about buying these to replace the stock tires. Similar to you, I DD my car with the occasional autocross. Thanks!
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Funny you should ask, I just bought my second set of Firehawk's last week...
They did continue to improve and get better as they broke in. More miles produced a bit more stiffness, and less float. If I had more time for the track, I'd get a second set and shave them.
My first set hit the wear bars at 18K. Pretty impressive tread life considering how hard I drive (I got about 12-13k out of the OEM Goodyears). I don't do burnouts or donuts, but I tend to push pretty hard and regular Canyon Runs always produce between .89-1.01G. So I was happy with the life of the tire.
Also, I consistently run a little less pressure. Firestone recommends 35 in the rear, 32 upfront. I've been running 31-32 in the front, and 34 in the rear.
They're still not Michelin's. PSS' are the best tires I've driven, but Michelin's are about $1400 for the set, tires only. I just got a set of Firehawk's here in LA from "Tires Buy Mark" for $790 mounted and balanced, out the door...and I have another $60 rebate coming from Firestone. After all is said and done - I definitely recommend these tires for the money. They are - after all, just a re-branded Bridgestone RE003...
They've gone up to a B+ (even A-) for me simply because of their improved performance, versatility and durability.
Enjoy.
Ps. They will take getting used to from the stock tire...