Nitto NT555RII - No ETA

getchapull · 03-09-2023, 06:55 PM

So I was going to go this weekend an get these for the rears and found out that they are on national back order...

I chatted with a Nitto rep today and asked when they would be available and I was told - No ETA.

Also, I was told these tires are made in Japan. For what it's worth.

Continentals, Michelin PS4s / PSS, Indy firehawks, bridgestones? What do you boys recommend for street use only?

Joshinator99 · 03-09-2023, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by getchapull

So I was going to go this weekend an get these for the rears and found out that they are on national back order...

I chatted with a Nitto rep today and asked when they would be available and I was told - No ETA.

Also, I was told these tires are made in Japan. For what it's worth.

Continentals, Michelin PS4s / PSS, Indy firehawks, bridgestones? What do you boys recommend for street use only?

I went with Toyo R888Rs for street use because of the 555R2 were on back order. They’re sticky as heck and way more stable at high speeds and corners than typical drag radials. Only drawback is they’re definitely noisier than a typical OEM tire. Always some drawback lol.

JSH · 03-09-2023, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by getchapull

So I was going to go this weekend an get these for the rears and found out that they are on national back order...

I chatted with a Nitto rep today and asked when they would be available and I was told - No ETA.

Also, I was told these tires are made in Japan. For what it's worth.

Continentals, Michelin PS4s / PSS, Indy firehawks, bridgestones? What do you boys recommend for street use only?

For warm dry streets, and since the 555Rii isn't available, you could do the R888R, OEM GY R3, Hoosiers, and lots of others.

For an all-around wet/dry street tire (>40F temps), the Michelin Pilot Sport 4S or the newest version.

laynlo15 · 03-09-2023, 10:28 PM

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Originally Posted by getchapull

So I was going to go this weekend an get these for the rears and found out that they are on national back order...

I chatted with a Nitto rep today and asked when they would be available and I was told - No ETA.

Also, I was told these tires are made in Japan. For what it's worth.

Continentals, Michelin PS4s / PSS, Indy firehawks, bridgestones? What do you boys recommend for street use only?

They've been in high demand since I've been running them over the last few years. I had to wait a couple months to get my 305-35-20s. What size are you trying to find?

getchapull · 03-10-2023, 08:14 AM

@laynlo15 - Looking for stock sizes.

I never drive in the rain and really only take the car out on weekends.

Wow the PS4S are expensive! The continentals look like the PS4S in tread design and tire ratings. Is it a cheaper PS4S?

Anyone run the continentals?

KingLT1 · 03-10-2023, 09:21 AM

Even though the 555r2 is classified as a drag radial, I would classify the 555r2 as more of a stickier street tire then actual drag radial. The 555r1 was definitely more of a drag radial. The R2 has a stiffer sidewall and drives comparable to most decent street tires with a lot better grip. The r888's are also good but very noisy. Either will be a nice improvement over the factory plastic tires for grip. lol

SSEssence · 03-10-2023, 09:28 AM

You can find the 555R2s on ebay.

getchapull · 03-10-2023, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by SSEssence

You can find the 555R2s on ebay.

Not in the stock rear size.

JSH · 03-10-2023, 10:57 AM

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Originally Posted by KingLT1

Even though the 555r2 is classified as a drag radial, I would classify the 555r2 as more of a stickier street tire then actual drag radial. The 555r1 was definitely more of a drag radial. The R2 has a stiffer sidewall and drives comparable to most decent street tires with a lot better grip. The r888's are also good but very noisy. Either will be a nice improvement over the factory plastic tires for grip. lol

I can't find the 555R1 at Nitto.com

JSH · 03-10-2023, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by getchapull

@laynlo15 - Looking for stock sizes.

I never drive in the rain and really only take the car out on weekends.

Wow the PS4S are expensive! The continentals look like the PS4S in tread design and tire ratings. Is it a cheaper PS4S?

Anyone run the continentals?

What is your stock size? My '20 has 19".

SSEssence · 03-10-2023, 11:08 AM

https://www.ebay.com/itm/29554864480...b14bc61fa6b1c1

Also 150 off 750 or more with ebay coupon till 3/19

JSH · 03-10-2023, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by SSEssence

https://www.ebay.com/itm/29554864480...b14bc61fa6b1c1

Also 150 off 750 or more with ebay coupon till 3/19

That's why I asked about OEM wheel size because it varies by year. That's a 20 and mine is 19.

It might be my imagination, but it seems like I'm seeing a lot more 555Rii tires on the market this year.

KingLT1 · 03-10-2023, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by JSH

I can't find the 555R1 at Nitto.com

They don't make it anymore.

JSH · 03-10-2023, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by KingLT1

They don't make it anymore.

I wonder if a 15" wheel fits my car. The 15" 325 is a lot taller than a 19" 345.

03-09-2023, 06:55 PM	#1
getchapull TEXIT Drives: 2019 ZL1 M6 Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Republic of Texas Posts: 163	Nitto NT555RII - No ETA So I was going to go this weekend an get these for the rears and found out that they are on national back order... I chatted with a Nitto rep today and asked when they would be available and I was told - No ETA. Also, I was told these tires are made in Japan. For what it's worth. Continentals, Michelin PS4s / PSS, Indy firehawks, bridgestones? What do you boys recommend for street use only?

03-10-2023, 09:21 AM	#6
KingLT1 Drives: 2016 1SS NFG A8 Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: 46804 Posts: 6,969	Even though the 555r2 is classified as a drag radial, I would classify the 555r2 as more of a stickier street tire then actual drag radial. The 555r1 was definitely more of a drag radial. The R2 has a stiffer sidewall and drives comparable to most decent street tires with a lot better grip. The r888's are also good but very noisy. Either will be a nice improvement over the factory plastic tires for grip. lol __________________ 2016 NFG 1SS A8 Options-2SS Leather/NPP Perf. mods- Whipple 2.9/Fuel System/Flex Fuel

03-10-2023, 09:28 AM	#7
SSEssence Instagram: Sangstah Drives: 2019 Camaro 1LE Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Buena Park, CA. Posts: 2,823 View My Garage	You can find the 555R2s on ebay. __________________ 2019 SS 1LE - "CaSSandra" 2014 SS - "AleSSandra - Sold" 94 Z28 - Sold Follow the build https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=612717

03-10-2023, 11:08 AM	#11
SSEssence Instagram: Sangstah Drives: 2019 Camaro 1LE Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Buena Park, CA. Posts: 2,823 View My Garage	https://www.ebay.com/itm/29554864480...b14bc61fa6b1c1 Also 150 off 750 or more with ebay coupon till 3/19 __________________ 2019 SS 1LE - "CaSSandra" 2014 SS - "AleSSandra - Sold" 94 Z28 - Sold Follow the build https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=612717

03-10-2023, 08:14 AM	#5
getchapull TEXIT Drives: 2019 ZL1 M6 Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Republic of Texas Posts: 163	@laynlo15 - Looking for stock sizes. I never drive in the rain and really only take the car out on weekends. Wow the PS4S are expensive! The continentals look like the PS4S in tread design and tire ratings. Is it a cheaper PS4S? Anyone run the continentals?

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