Stock GYFS tires

Aragorn · 11-09-2020, 03:02 PM

Any reason why I should try a new tire brand?
No snow, very little rain, no track, weekend car only.
Thanks

camaroo · 11-09-2020, 03:42 PM

If your happy with your current setup, why change it? I personally am on the fence of switching them out for the sport 4s's, but that's because my car is more of a dd than it is a weekend car. If my car was strickly a weekend car, I'd keep the stock setup.

JamesNoBrakes · 11-09-2020, 03:58 PM

I found the GY to be nice and sticky, but wore out completely in 10K miles. Ride on Ps4s is a bit better, definitely less (but not zero) tram-lining, and while the PS4 cost more, almost 2x more than some of the GY sales I've seen, should get enough tread-life to still come out far ahead with the Michelins.

Alpha1BC · 11-09-2020, 04:35 PM

If you're not tracking it, the SC3s are a bit overkill and will wear out faster than other tires that will give an equivalent performance on the street like Mr. NoBrakes alluded to.

If you want to keep similar street performance then the PS4S is an excellent choice and $/mile you get out of tire wear should be better than stock. Getting an alignment check to make sure you're not wearing tires faster because of sometimes less-than-stellar factory alignment can help there as well.

If you don't drive hard on the street and want to even further maximize miles you get out of a set of tires, can look into some summer-oriented all seasons instead. I believe there's a few options out there for this as well that are usually cheaper than stock and should easily double the mileage you get out of a set of tires while still maintaining some aspect of performance. Might not be exactly factory size, but should be able to find them in either 1 step larger aspect ratios or slightly narrower or wider than stock.

kropscamaro16 · 11-09-2020, 05:00 PM

i just got some put on my 1ss and went to the track yesterday dropped 6 seconds off from my last time out same track with michelin ps4s so i will be sticking with em fora while!

JSH · 11-09-2020, 05:22 PM

Put a set of 4S on my Camaro in September. I had used them on my two GTRs for years previously. The world's premier ultra performance (dry and wet but no snow) tire

kropscamaro16 · 11-09-2020, 05:38 PM

i had almost 3 years on my ps4s and about 15k and about 5 track days on them

DaveC113 · 11-09-2020, 05:56 PM

It's hard to beat PS4S on the street. Vs GY SC3 you get a more comfortable ride, less tramlining, makes less noise, much better in the rain and will last at least 2x as long. Difference in performance is not a big deal on the street as the car is so capable anyways, the biggest difference is probably a softer or less sharp turn-in.

JSH · 11-09-2020, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by DaveC113

and will last at least 2x as long.

My stock 3R were so worn after 2000 miles and no track days I couldn't sell them

Aragorn · 11-09-2020, 08:10 PM

PS4S are expensive, wow!
Never really thought about all seasons for the desert, but they seem much more affordable. Discount tire has Bridgestone potenza for $242 w/ 50k mile warranty.
Got some some making to do.
Thanks everyone.

BAUSS 1LE · 11-09-2020, 08:15 PM

I just put another set of sc3's on but it is a track/weekend car. Only got 5,100 miles out of original set. I was looking for ps4s for daily wheels but was unable to get the fronts anywhere.

DaveC113 · 11-09-2020, 08:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JSH

My stock 3R were so worn after 2000 miles and no track days I couldn't sell them

3Rs wear much faster vs regular SC3s. I got around 5k road miles + 10 AutoX events out of regular 3s.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Aragorn

PS4S are expensive, wow!
Never really thought about all seasons for the desert, but they seem much more affordable. Discount tire has Bridgestone potenza for $242 w/ 50k mile warranty.
Got some some making to do.
Thanks everyone.

You won't get that warranty for a staggered setup. For Michelin it's cut in half, other brands I'm not sure.

Aragorn · 11-09-2020, 09:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DaveC113

You won't get that warranty for a staggered setup. For Michelin it's cut in half, other brands I'm not sure.

Dat gumit These darn sports cars!

TRZ06 · 11-09-2020, 10:49 PM

I am in the minority it seems, but I LOVE the SC3 tires. I also drive my car hard on the street though and I bought the 1LE to actually use what it is capable of.

They are cheap compared to the PS4, so IMO it is a win/win.

But as I said, I am a performance guy and actually drive my cars hard, as they were intended. 1.2 G's around cloverleafs is a great feeling and so is turning and burning up a mountain road.

But, that is me and I seem to be in the minority.

11-09-2020, 03:02 PM	#1
Aragorn Account Suspended Drives: Camaro SS 1LE Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Phoenix Posts: 1,538	Stock GYFS tires Any reason why I should try a new tire brand? No snow, very little rain, no track, weekend car only. Thanks

11-09-2020, 03:58 PM	#3
JamesNoBrakes Drives: 2SS 1LE Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: AK Posts: 2,301	I found the GY to be nice and sticky, but wore out completely in 10K miles. Ride on Ps4s is a bit better, definitely less (but not zero) tram-lining, and while the PS4 cost more, almost 2x more than some of the GY sales I've seen, should get enough tread-life to still come out far ahead with the Michelins. __________________ Everything happens for a reason, except when it doesn't, but even then, you can, in hindsight, fabricate a reason that satisfies your belief system. 2018 2SS 1LE 2023 Colorado ZR2 2022 Stinger GT-line AWD

11-09-2020, 04:35 PM	#4
Alpha1BC Drives: 2017 1SS 1LE Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Detroit, MI Posts: 1,001	If you're not tracking it, the SC3s are a bit overkill and will wear out faster than other tires that will give an equivalent performance on the street like Mr. NoBrakes alluded to. If you want to keep similar street performance then the PS4S is an excellent choice and $/mile you get out of tire wear should be better than stock. Getting an alignment check to make sure you're not wearing tires faster because of sometimes less-than-stellar factory alignment can help there as well. If you don't drive hard on the street and want to even further maximize miles you get out of a set of tires, can look into some summer-oriented all seasons instead. I believe there's a few options out there for this as well that are usually cheaper than stock and should easily double the mileage you get out of a set of tires while still maintaining some aspect of performance. Might not be exactly factory size, but should be able to find them in either 1 step larger aspect ratios or slightly narrower or wider than stock. __________________ 2017 SS 1LE.

11-09-2020, 05:00 PM	#5
kropscamaro16 Drives: 2016 1ss camaro Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: 909 Posts: 9,817	i just got some put on my 1ss and went to the track yesterday dropped 6 seconds off from my last time out same track with michelin ps4s so i will be sticking with em fora while! __________________ 16 1SS NIGHTFALL GRAY METALLIC WITH NPP #BECAUSERACECAR #SAVETHEMANUALS

11-09-2020, 05:22 PM	#6
JSH Drives: '20 ZLE Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Mile High Posts: 3,559	Put a set of 4S on my Camaro in September. I had used them on my two GTRs for years previously. The world's premier ultra performance (dry and wet but no snow) tire __________________ '20 ZL1 1LE A10, OEM short block, LME heads/valve train, E2650. 100+ octanes, no eth, no meth, no N2O. 2/23 - 1031/1004 wheel. 4/23 - 1.41/9.61/145 at DA 7000 ft. (only made five passes). 2/24 - LME 390, E2650, FBO, 100 oct.; 1116hp/ 1063tq; 109 oct. dyno next. Last edited by JSH; 11-09-2020 at 06:53 PM.

11-09-2020, 03:42 PM	#2
camaroo Drives: Camaro SS 1LE Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: LA Posts: 7	If your happy with your current setup, why change it? I personally am on the fence of switching them out for the sport 4s's, but that's because my car is more of a dd than it is a weekend car. If my car was strickly a weekend car, I'd keep the stock setup.

11-09-2020, 05:38 PM	#7
kropscamaro16 Drives: 2016 1ss camaro Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: 909 Posts: 9,817	i had almost 3 years on my ps4s and about 15k and about 5 track days on them __________________ 16 1SS NIGHTFALL GRAY METALLIC WITH NPP #BECAUSERACECAR #SAVETHEMANUALS

11-09-2020, 05:56 PM	#8
DaveC113 Drives: 2018 Camaro 1SS 1LE Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Front Range, CO Posts: 1,866	It's hard to beat PS4S on the street. Vs GY SC3 you get a more comfortable ride, less tramlining, makes less noise, much better in the rain and will last at least 2x as long. Difference in performance is not a big deal on the street as the car is so capable anyways, the biggest difference is probably a softer or less sharp turn-in. __________________

11-09-2020, 08:10 PM	#10
Aragorn Account Suspended Drives: Camaro SS 1LE Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Phoenix Posts: 1,538	PS4S are expensive, wow! Never really thought about all seasons for the desert, but they seem much more affordable. Discount tire has Bridgestone potenza for $242 w/ 50k mile warranty. Got some some making to do. Thanks everyone.

11-09-2020, 08:15 PM	#11
BAUSS 1LE Drives: 19 SS 1LE Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: Central Coast, CA Posts: 47	I just put another set of sc3's on but it is a track/weekend car. Only got 5,100 miles out of original set. I was looking for ps4s for daily wheels but was unable to get the fronts anywhere. __________________ 2019 SS 1LE Riverside Blue BTR 225 cam, West Coast Cylinder Ported Heads, Kooks LTH with high flow cats, Lethal Garage flex fuel, LT2 ported IM, 95mm TB, Rotofab intake, AWE track, Mighty Mouse catch can, Eibach lowering springs. Built by Red Barn Racing

11-09-2020, 10:49 PM	#14
TRZ06 Drives: 22' Porsche PDK GT4 Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Bay Area Posts: 2,014	I am in the minority it seems, but I LOVE the SC3 tires. I also drive my car hard on the street though and I bought the 1LE to actually use what it is capable of. They are cheap compared to the PS4, so IMO it is a win/win. But as I said, I am a performance guy and actually drive my cars hard, as they were intended. 1.2 G's around cloverleafs is a great feeling and so is turning and burning up a mountain road. But, that is me and I seem to be in the minority. __________________ Current: 22' Porsche PDK GT4 (MCS 2-way remote dampers) Previous: 18' NFG 2SS *1LE* (ZL1 1LE solid rear cradle bushings & Corsa Exhaust) 16' F80 M3 (Ohlin R/T Coilovers) 13' Audi TTRS (APR Stage 1, MSS Springs) 09' C6 Z06 08' E90 M3 06' 335i (KW V2 Coilovers) 03' C5 Z06

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