I had the touring ta's and was happy with them for general driving, my traction ta's were better at the track, but wore out fast
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03-30-2008
I had the touring ta's and was happy with them for general driving, my traction ta's were better at the track, but wore out fast
03-30-2008
Looks like the Touring T/A's HAVE been discontinued... looks like I'll be going for the Traction T/A's. I had them on my first camaro, but never got any snow use out of them.... do they handle pretty well?
Also, should I probably be safe with T, or should I go up to the H speed rating?
03-30-2008
Originally Posted by GreenNirvana101
the T rating should be fine as far as speed goes, just if you want more steering response, the H will benefit there.... both due to tread compound differences, and sidewall construction, which ultimately let you run a higher PSI in the tires.
there might me a minimal ammount of tradeoff with the H in winter traction, because of the slightly firmer tread compound, but not sure if you'd notice much.
03-30-2008
My car doesnt see snow, so I have Eagle F1 GSDSs. All about traction.
When I use to drive a car all 4 seasons I had 2 sets anyway. There is no perfect tire for all 4 seasons. There is give and take. I always bought the best summer tire and then the best winter tire on crappy rims for the winters.
As for price, you cant get the best tire for the cheapest price. Want the best tire then you'll pay for it too. I spare no expense on tires. Thats all you have touching the road. Good tires have saved me more than once from tragedy.
Everyone has opinions on this subject. Basically ask yourself what you want in a tire, how long you want it to last, how you drive, and then find a tire to match. I drive aggressive and love curves. I drive in dry road and occasionaly wet. So I bought the best rated tire for that. The more grip you get the less longevity you get. Touring tires are harder compounds and last/wear better. Dry Traction High Perf tires are softer and wear/last shorter.
The GSD3s are the best tire you can buy for performance. Car and driver rated them number one in a test. Check out this link.
Goodyear's Eagle F1 GS-D3 gets top ratings in Car and Driver's tests
03-30-2008
Alright - well after looking over the reviews and surveys - I think that the Traction T/A T-rated tire would be good for me. They are fairly cheap, yet get great scores in dry and wet traction and overall good reviews by consumers.
Anybody have some Traction T/A's on their GPs?
03-31-2008
Thats what I tell everyone. Decide what you want from a tire and what your budget is and find the best tire in your price range. Then you know you got the best tire for your money
04-01-2008
I just said I have them.Served me very well in the winter and so far they are still good.
04-02-2008
Haha yea - I saw that. At first I wanted a T Rating, that's why I was curious if anyone had the T's and if there was a difference.I just said I have them.
Thanks for you input tho, I ended up ordering the H Rating, and I'm sure i'll be happy with them. I'll throw up a review after I have them for a few hundred miles.
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