Need recommendations for new tires with great wet traction
04-09-2007, 07:32 PM
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Need recommendations for new tires with great wet traction I just moved to Orlando, FL this year, and need to replace my Aurora 275/40R17 K103 98W tires soon on my Trans Am w/ WS6 rims. I'm looking for tires that have superior traction on wet roads, since I spent 60 miles a day commuting on the interstate and it rains quite heavy here in FL during the summer. Any suggestions?
04-09-2007, 07:48 PM
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i run 275/40/17 firestone firehawk wide-ovals... and i have yet to have any real problems in the wet weather with it... as long as im not hot-rodden around in the rain they seem to grip pretty well on highways and at high speeds tooo... they are directional so they tread the water welll...
04-09-2007, 08:21 PM
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"Wet Traction" Hi there tcossair, since I bought the BFG KDW NT's or KDW2s as people refer to is the most superior wet traction tire I've ever owned! When I did have them on the rear wheels, I could actually push it a little on rainy days! And stopping is no problem. I've never imagine a tire to be this great in the rain! Here is some pictures of the tires. Later
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04-09-2007, 10:15 PM
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Goodyear f1 gs-d3 is another great choice, I've used them on 2 diff cars and they are the best wet tire I've had yet. You might wanna check out the reviews/test results on tirerack
04-10-2007, 03:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Crisisman
I've never seen the Goodyear F1 GS-D3 lose a wet traction comparison test. And they get that wet traction with very little penalty in the dry.
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04-10-2007, 03:46 PM
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x3 on the Eagle F1 GS D3's. I have had several sets on different cars and they perform extremely well in rain and dry conditions. I even drove them in light snow once and they did ok. Best tire for all around performance.
04-10-2007, 09:59 PM
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Sweet guys, that pretty much confirms which tire I was looking at. Just gotta save the extra cash for them, best price I've seen is $213 each at discount tire. :-p
05-11-2007, 02:30 PM
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Hmm my wife is telling me $225-$250 per tire is probably too much. In case I can't convince her, what are good second/third choices for less money than the GS-D3's with decent tread life? (I drive 15-20k a year)
05-11-2007, 09:42 PM
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I've replied to like 3 different threads with the same answer...BFG G-Force Sports! Awesome wet and dry traction! Also good treadwear, have had mine for 10k miles with very minimal wear. If you want a better deal call Corey at Discount tire direct and he will hook you up on whatever tire you want. He is the only person I deal with when I bought wheels and tires for my T/A and truck. He is GOOD! PM me and I can get you his extension.
