I'm down to the "oh-**** bumps" on my second set of Bridgestone S-03s and I'm looking for longer lasting tires that wont let me down in terms of performance. Does anyone have experience with Firsstone Firehawks? They use the same UNI-T AQ technology as the S-03 (Bridestone/Firestone), but they last a lot longer and cost a little less. Am I going to be let down by these tires after so many miles on S-03s???

 

Just curiuos, how many miles did you get out of your S-03's?

 

I knew someone would ask that. I got about 15-18k out of each set. I drive very hard and fast, and I like them around 40psi.

 

Look into the new Potenza Re730's. They have uni-T AQ-2 technology and I believe they now come with a tread life warrenty.

 

The new re730s? I haven't heard about them. They are different from these right? Arent those a big step down in performance compared to S-03s and Firehawks? If the new ones are comparable to the S-03 or firehawk and have a 3 year free replacement warrantee I might get them.

 

RE950 for all seasons.
Pirelli PZero Nero for summers would be my choice next to S-03's. No idea on treadwear.. they're pretty new...

PS. You're nuts. My S-03's have lasted me for about 20k and I'm still on 'em after too many track days and jerk driving.

 

Sorry, I forgot they call the new ones 750's. They are a step down from the SO-3's but not a big one. I think they are better than the Firehawks.
It's a great performance tire, not quite as good as the SO-3's but on the flip side they will last longer.

 

I will definately look into the 750s. Im just a little scared that i wont like them and ill be stuck with them. However, if they are good im sure they wont last three years, in fact im positive they wont last me three years. So it would be nice to get a free set from the warrentee when they wear out.
Edit: oops, just realized they dont have a tread warrantee, i read that wrong. Damn, i dont know what im going to get. I think im just going to give the firehawks a try.

btw, Jer, yeah 15-18 is pretty nuts. I have a friend who wore his out faster than me, and he has awd. I learned to drift on these tires and ive had plenty of skid pad fun, so we all know where they went

 

anyone try the new AVE ES100 Yokos?! They're really sticky tires, i had then on my last car and they gripped, rain or shine. Those will be the ones im getting in a few weeks

They also have one the nicest, most aggressive treads to compliment the perfermance and a cheap price to boot...






Eric