Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D3 : 03-05 Track Wheels en1?
07-20-2007, 04:06 PM
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Originally Posted by HOMiEZ
does anyone have an the GS-D3's on the 1st edition Rays?
If you do, what size did you get them in?
If you do, what size did you get them in?
Alot of folks on this board will suggest wider tires, but I think the above sizes are ideal for a daily driven NA Z.
07-21-2007, 04:01 PM
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I'm not sure what you are asking, but I assume your questions are:
1) Best tire-sizing for the wheels on the Track model (18"x8" front/18"x18.5" rear)
2) Opinions about the Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D3
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As for question (1): Refer to Goodyear's chart to match the optimum size. I would go as wide as possible, but remain within the recommended size.
As for question (2): This is a great tire with one caveat (more about this later). This tire runs very quietly, sticks like glue to a dry road, and handle exceptionally well in the rain and on wet roadways. The caveat I mention is its more flexible sidewall. This flexible sidewall provides a very comfortable ride, but drivers accustomed to the "wooden" stiff sidewalls in Bridgestone tires may feel that the Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D3 is slightly "sloppy."
I'm running Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D3 and really like the great grip (dry or wet roadways), the fact they are much less noisy, and the slightly softer (i.e., more comfortable) ride. It took a week or so to become accustomed to the softer sidewalls, but now I don't notice this. It is a small compromise for the other benefits.
Something else... I'm running a 2003 Performance model that has 18"x8" wheels all around, and I have 245/40-18 front with 245/45-18" rear. I really like the arrangement since it is almost neutral. You notice the difference (neutral steering) driving this setup. Your wheel setup (your rear wheels are wider than your front wheels) is a natural for a staggered tire installation.
...Not sure I answered what you were asking, but hopefully this information is useful.
--Spike
1) Best tire-sizing for the wheels on the Track model (18"x8" front/18"x18.5" rear)
2) Opinions about the Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D3
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As for question (1): Refer to Goodyear's chart to match the optimum size. I would go as wide as possible, but remain within the recommended size.
As for question (2): This is a great tire with one caveat (more about this later). This tire runs very quietly, sticks like glue to a dry road, and handle exceptionally well in the rain and on wet roadways. The caveat I mention is its more flexible sidewall. This flexible sidewall provides a very comfortable ride, but drivers accustomed to the "wooden" stiff sidewalls in Bridgestone tires may feel that the Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D3 is slightly "sloppy."
I'm running Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D3 and really like the great grip (dry or wet roadways), the fact they are much less noisy, and the slightly softer (i.e., more comfortable) ride. It took a week or so to become accustomed to the softer sidewalls, but now I don't notice this. It is a small compromise for the other benefits.
Something else... I'm running a 2003 Performance model that has 18"x8" wheels all around, and I have 245/40-18 front with 245/45-18" rear. I really like the arrangement since it is almost neutral. You notice the difference (neutral steering) driving this setup. Your wheel setup (your rear wheels are wider than your front wheels) is a natural for a staggered tire installation.
...Not sure I answered what you were asking, but hopefully this information is useful.
--Spike
07-21-2007, 04:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Spike100
This is a great tire with one caveat (more about this later). This tire runs very quietly, sticks like glue to a dry road, and handle exceptionally well in the rain and on wet roadways. The caveat I mention is its more flexible sidewall. This flexible sidewall provides a very comfortable ride, but drivers accustomed to the "wooden" stiff sidewalls in Bridgestone tires may feel that the Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D3 is slightly "sloppy."
I'm running Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D3 and really like the great grip (dry or wet roadways), the fact they are much less noisy, and the slightly softer (i.e., more comfortable) ride. It took a week or so to become accustomed to the softer sidewalls, but now I don't notice this. It is a small compromise for the other benefits.
--Spike
I'm running Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D3 and really like the great grip (dry or wet roadways), the fact they are much less noisy, and the slightly softer (i.e., more comfortable) ride. It took a week or so to become accustomed to the softer sidewalls, but now I don't notice this. It is a small compromise for the other benefits.
--Spike
Guess that has to do w/ the softer sidewalls that Spike mentioned. That by itself is a big improvement over the stockers.
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