[rencast]

The OEM Goodyears are complete junk. Thinking about going to the Michelin MichelinHydroEdge with Green X, but am unsure of the ride noise. They are a 90k tire so I would assume the rubber is much harder. My other option is the Bridgstone Potenza RE960AS Pole Position. I live in the north and need a decent all season. Anyone out there tried these tires yet?

 

[Sandhopper]

I was thinking I would go to Bridgestones when my Goodyear shoes are worn out. I like Michelins as well but I was concerned with the same thing. If they run a harder compound I am concerned that they might be louder than I would like. I think I would rather have a nice quiet ride and replace them at 30K than a loud ride that lasts for 90K... Just my 2 cents.

 

[rencast]

That's the same though I had. Plus I have a inside at a large tire distributor so the bridsgtones shouldn't be too bad. I only have 18k but the goodyears are going ASAP, regardless of tread.

 

[DrivenDaily]

If I can swing it next year I wanna get new shoes, too. I hate the LS2's. They were junk on my '09 and they still are.

 

[08chevymalibultz]

If you are looking for an all-purpose/all season tire that will do good all year long including driving in light snow that does not ride hard or is too loud, you may want to look-up the reviews and rating on the Hankook Optimo h727. Look on TireRack.com and other sites to narrow down the kind of tire performance that you are wanting to achieve. There are a lot of good tires out there today but it all depends on what you want and what you are willing / can afford to spend on a tire! Take your time and research!

GOODYEAR LS2? The performance of the Goodyear LS2 tires just suck period!

PS. When the time comes to buy new tires, try to find a tire dealer that offers a 30 day test drive on the tires so if you are not happy with them, you can exchange for something else. “Just a friendly suggestion”

 

[DrivenDaily]

That's great input. Thanks!

 

[chevyguy8893]

I have used the Goodyear Assurance Tripletreads in the past with great results. Good all around tire, quiet, and smooth riding. I have heard the Hydroedge tires are tires are along the same quality, just a little more mileage from them.

I agree the Goodyear Eagle LS2 is by far one of the worst tires I have ever had. They are absolutely horrible in the snow.

 

[Len McRiddle]

I have used the Goodyear Assurance Tripletreads in the past with great results. Good all around tire, quiet, and smooth riding.

I have these on my 09 HHR, so far so good.

 

[malibu_2010]

I second chevyguy8893. They are one of the bests.
My experience is, directional tires gives better handling but requires diligent rotation and they are prone for cupping, one they are cupped they become very noisy. In return, they have great handling in rain and dry weather similar to dedicated performance tires.

However, BU has different driving characteristics, it more towards a family sedan and comfort is one of the important aspects of the car. So, if you want to get your BU transformed to sport handling sedan buy a tire that has at least 3 ply sidewall. You'll be amazed the way your BU handles. But, then BU will lose family sedan characteristics and you'll lose cushy comfy ride and start feeling road bumps more.
It is your choice.

 

[DrivenDaily]

I second chevyguy8893. They are one of the bests.
My experience is, directional tires gives better handling but requires diligent rotation and they are prone for cupping, one they are cupped they become very noisy. In return, they have great handling in rain and dry weather similar to dedicated performance tires.

However, BU has different driving characteristics, it more towards a family sedan and comfort is one of the important aspects of the car. So, if you want to get your BU transformed to sport handling sedan buy a tire that has at least 3 ply sidewall. You'll be amazed the way your BU handles. But, then BU will lose family sedan characteristics and you'll lose cushy comfy ride and start feeling road bumps more.
It is your choice.

I'm listening and will eventually be using this kind of input to decide on what tires to get when I toss the skins on this one.

1. What pressure do you run on yours now?

2. What did you run on the original tires?

3. Do you think that the Tripletreads be made a little more cushy with a little less air and still keep most of their improved handling?

4. Do you think they're quieter than the original tires?

Thanks in advance!

 

[chevyguy8893]

I had the tripletreads on my 97' Bonneville and it was night and day difference. The car itself already rode comfortably, but the new tires made it even better. I ran 30 psi in those tires all the time and they rode and handled great even in over a foot of snow. They have a good warranty too. I put 50K on those tires before the car was traded and they still had a lot of life left in them. Plus, they look good too, not really necessary though.

From what I have experienced with the hydroedge tires is they are a little stiffer rubber compound and sacrifice some ride quality, but not much. Still a good overall tire too.

 

[rencast]

My second thought is to pick up a second set of LTZ 18" wheels, $400 on ebay and throw snow tires on them. Replace the other set of rims with some soft summer tires. I am not a fan of all seasons. If I went all season I really like the reviews of the michelin hydroedge on tirerack.com but am scared the 90k warranty will make the tires louder than what I want. The bridgstones seems like a safer bet with the softer compound, Potenza RE960AS Pole Position. Another choice would be the michelin primacy MXM4 in the v speed rate. Any thoughts.

 

[malibu_2010]

I'm listening and will eventually be using this kind of input to decide on what tires to get when I toss the skins on this one.

1. What pressure do you run on yours now?

2. What did you run on the original tires?

3. Do you think that the Tripletreads be made a little more cushy with a little less air and still keep most of their improved handling?

4. Do you think they're quieter than the original tires?

Thanks in advance!

DrivenDaily:
I don't have triple treads in my BU. I had them in my Mazda3. I am leaning towards getting a tire that has stiff side walls (3 plys). Triple treads is one of the choices.
I run 34psi on summer, 36psi on winter (mainly to accommodate big temperature fluctuations - every 10F difference causes you 1 psi change)

Stiffness partially comes from sidewall structure. 34psi would be very acceptable for 3 ply tires, IMO. This provides dead on accuracy on tracking and turnings.

I don't know whether low air pressure has affect on mushiness or not. IMO, laser straight tracking and handling more important than soft ride.

Unless you get dedicated sumer performance tire, noise level will be higher than current Firestones (that is what I have), IMO. But like I said, you need to be on time on your rotations, once you cup your tires, they will sound like airplane.

 

[jes2]

If you are looking for an all-purpose/all season tire that will do good all year long including driving in light snow that does not ride hard or is too loud, you may want to look-up the reviews and rating on the Hankook Optimo h727. Look on TireRack.com and other sites to narrow down the kind of tire performance that you are wanting to achieve. There are a lot of good tires out there today but it all depends on what you want and what you are willing / can afford to spend on a tire! Take your time and research!

Agreed.

I've read reviews on the Hankooks from Tirerack.com, Consumer Reports, blogs, a Car & Driver test from 2009 (?), etc. Never read anything but good comments about them, they ride well, and the prices were good.

Can't afford new skins for the 'Bu, and unfortunately, the LS2s are wearing well anyway. But - Hankooks (727s) will be my next tire unless something better comes along. The wife's '03 Camry will probably get them first: can't stand the incredibly noisey Michelins on there at the moment.

Also agree with you on the 30 day return policy - I used that w/Tire Kingdom several years ago on a set of Michelins LTXs for my F150. They absolutely mega-sucked in handling and ride, so I took 'em back and swapped them for a set of Michelin SUV tires. Major improvement!

 

[Bedbug]

Guys

I got fed up with the LS2 the first time I lost control after a rain.

I put on Continental ProContact with Eco Plus.

I have them about 3 months now. Good traction in rain.

They are quite, and I dont slide after a rain

I estimate I gained about 1 to 2 miles per gallon.

I gotta say im very satisfied with these tires.

I paid 125.00 a tire installed. I would of gone with the Michelins but I had to keep with in my budget.

(Budget = wife asking why would I need new tires on a new car, and wondering why the dealer wont take care of it. I won this argument by stating -- Honey is safer for you and the kids. Limit was 500.00 bucks).

 

[Sandhopper]

I really could have used some winter treads today. The LS-2's were not liking the ice under the snow today. Maybe I should invest in set of winter rims and tires... Will have to check out the tire rack for a set.

 

[chevyguy8893]

I really could have used some winter treads today. The LS-2's were not liking the ice under the snow today. Maybe I should invest in set of winter rims and tires... Will have to check out the tire rack for a set.

Blizzaks are nice for winter tires. I am finding out the same thing that the LS-2's are even worse in the snow, I could barely get out of my driveway after a snowstorm. I want a set of steel wheels and winter tires, but after the cost of that I could just buy a set of nice all season tires for the car.

I drove a customer malibu the other day with the stock steel wheels and tires and those did a lot better in the snow than my car, seems backwards to me.

 

[Trend1]

I'll be replacing these tires next summer, I only have 10,000 on them. I agree these tires suck on wet pavement not too bad on dry, not looking forward to this years winter snow driving...should be fun.

 

[chevyguy8893]

I'll be replacing these tires next summer, I only have 10,000 on them. I agree these tires suck on wet pavement not too bad on dry, not looking forward to this years winter snow driving...should be fun.

Snow driving takes some getting used to with these tires. I picked an empty lot to see how they handle if they slide or do something else, so that way I have some idea of what may happen while driving and possibly how to control it.

 

[malibu_2010]

I recently got a set of Blizzak WS70. Put 300 miles so far but the difference is night and day. IN is getting quite a bit snow nowadays. I strongly recommend these tires.

I start enjoying my car after crappy firestones Chevy puts on 17" rims. Steering doesn't fight you any more, car tracks straight.