1/8" tread left ok?

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Apr 2, 2006 | 12:35 PM

03zsmith25

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1/8" tread left ok?

Seems really low. car still drives great though even in the rain last night I had no traction issues at all. these are the stock potenzas. i have an accurate reader thats how I know it is 1/8"

Apr 2, 2006 | 06:23 PM

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Aren't the "wear bars" at 1/16". That's supposed to be the indicator that they need to be replaced.

Apr 2, 2006 | 06:36 PM

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its almost time. I have 1/4th left.. i would change them out soon to be safe.

Apr 2, 2006 | 06:41 PM

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Worn tires (any tires) will fool you in the rain. And the surprise will be sudden and dangerous. Be smart. Be safe. Get new tires.

Apr 3, 2006 | 04:49 AM

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Originally Posted by DavesZ#3

Aren't the "wear bars" at 1/16". That's supposed to be the indicator that they need to be replaced.

that sounds about right. i looked and could tell where they will be but i couldnt actually feel thlem sticking out yet. guess im gonna have to bite the bullet and get new ones. 14k isnt TOO horrible i guess for the stocks is it?

Apr 3, 2006 | 05:15 AM

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na 12K is about what i switched mine out at. you'll be happier with better tires anyway. you got alot of options to choose from. and there is good info and reviews to be found on here. i personally recommend potenza SO3's or michelin pilot sports

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Apr 3, 2006 | 06:36 AM

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how many do you get out of aftermarkets? would 20k be reasonable w/o too much aggressive driving and no burnouts? keep in mind my Z has shown absolutely no signs of the dreaded tire feathering. i also heard the goodyear eagles are fantastic and not quite as pricey as michelins and bfg's.