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#1 of 12 GTO and Tires by mitsurob Oct 21, 2006 (5:39 pm)
My only complaint with the GTO is the rough ride quality. I know it's a "sports" car, but I miss having a nice smooth ride. Thought about getting alternate tires to see if this would help, but hate to invest the extra dollars not knowing it this would help. Any ideas or has anyone else improved the ride by trying different tires? If so would appreciate any thoughts or suggestions on brands, etc.
#2 of 12 Tires and Ride Quality by lovegto Oct 23, 2006 (12:55 pm)
I have 17" wheels; purchased Dunlop M3 winter tires a year ago and the difference was like night and day. Not only was the traction better in snow as expected, the overall traction was improved significantly over the all season OEM Tires and the quietness and ride quality both improved dramatically. I switched back to the OEM in the spring since the OEM tires only had 7,000 miles and I was not sure if the ride quality was all in my mind. The change in the tires brought back the harsh ride, the noise and the reduced traction.   The two front tires wore out this summer, alignment issue, and I purchased two cheap tires not even the correct speed rating and they also are much better performers than the OEM tires. I will replace the tires with the winter tires in about two weeks. Next Spring I will not be cheap but buy four new summer tires, definitely not the OEM Goodrich tires. Hope this helps. Replies to this message: mitsurob (Oct 25, 2006 8:28 am)
#3 of 12 Tires by b4z Oct 24, 2006 (9:34 am)
mitsurob,   How long have you had your GTO? Any chance it still has 55lbs of air in the tires?   I had a different reaction than you. The GTO rides great compared to all the Camaros I have had.   I have switched the 17s for 18s and it still rides good IMHO.   Also the stock 17" tires are bad. Poor traction in the rain and under power. Replies to this message: mitsurob (Oct 24, 2006 4:05 pm) mick1 (Oct 24, 2006 5:00 pm)
#4 of 12 Re: Tires [b4z] by mitsurob Oct 24, 2006 (4:05 pm)
Replying to: b4z (Oct 24, 2006 9:34 am) I've had the GTO for over 1 year. Know about the air pressure, that's not the problem. I keep them at 32-35psi. My prior ride was a bonneville, so I was spoiled by that ride. I've heard the GTO has a much better ride quality than a camaro. I guess it's all what you are used to! Just seems sometimes like the ride is kindof jarring. Maybe I'm just getting old!!! Thanks for your thoughts. Replies to this message: mick1 (Oct 24, 2006 5:00 pm)
#5 of 12 Re: Tires [mitsurob] by mick1 Oct 24, 2006 (5:00 pm)
Replying to: mitsurob (Oct 24, 2006 4:05 pm) We're all getting older. I switch betw driving my GTO and Olds Intrigue. Although the olds with goodyear eagle RSA's gives a comfortable and quiet ride with competent handling, it doesn't come close to the fun I'm having driving the GTO.
#6 of 12 Re: Tires and Ride Quality [lovegto] by mitsurob Oct 25, 2006 (8:28 am)
Replying to: lovegto (Oct 23, 2006 12:55 pm) Thanks for the info lovegto. That is encouraging to know that the tires could improve the ride quality. I have initially looked at Continental ContiProContact as a possible replacement tire. They are an H rated tire, so not a high performance. THey are rated pretty high on Tire Rack's web site with regard to being a smooth and quiet ride. Have several others I want to look at before making a final decision on tires.
#7 of 12 '06 GTO replacement winter tires by 06gto Oct 31, 2006 (6:26 pm)
Good evening. I have an '06 and live in CT. Right now it seems I will be using the GTO as my daily driver during the winter months (darn). The car has OEM performance tires, 18". I am looking for winter tire suggestions. I was weened on RWD cars and have no issues driving one in the winter. I realize there will be a need for snow tires (rear) and an all weather type for the front. I saw in one of the posts someone ran a Dunlop,?? M3 and had good success. Thanks, J Replies to this message: elkiii (Nov 02, 2006 1:46 pm) 06gto (Nov 03, 2006 7:02 pm)
#8 of 12 Re: '06 GTO replacement winter tires [06gto] by elkiii Nov 02, 2006 (1:46 pm)
Replying to: 06gto (Oct 31, 2006 6:26 pm) Last winter I had a hard time finding snow tires for the 18" wheels so I bought a set of 17" wheels and tires. Now there seem to be more 18's available. Some thoughts though.   If you like the 18" wheels I would consider buying another (cheaper) set for winter.   Put the same type/size of tire on all four wheels. Do not mix and match. It will cause unsettling handing.   The 18's are much lower profile. I don't know how well the snow versions will perform. The 17 in wheel/tire combo w/Blizzaks do pretty good for me with a bit more sidewall to absorb the various highway junk of winter. Replies to this message: 06gto (Nov 03, 2006 7:02 pm)
#9 of 12 Re: '06 GTO replacement winter tires [elkiii] by 06gto Nov 03, 2006 (7:02 pm)
Replying to: elkiii (Nov 02, 2006 1:46 pm) Thanks for the info. I will look further into the 17" wheels and tires. Fortunately I only drive a short distance too and from work about 4 miles round trip. Although the town is quite hilly getting home! Blizzaks eh? Never heard of them. How do you like your car? Any issues, mechanical, fit & finish? Chat soon, thanks again
#10 of 12 Rims,finish,and strenght by deputy9112 Sep 09, 2007 (10:03 am)
The Sheriff Dept. purched a 2006 GTO for my patrol car,we traded in a Mach1.First it was the brakes and rotors,then the struts are rubbing,the battery has to be replaced and the coating on the "BRIGHT FINISH SPOKE ALUMINUM WHEELS"hand to be redone,this is on a $35,000.00 vehicle with 26,000 miles on it now.It had 5 miles on it when i got it.With all these problems i went to the dealer,all it was was a waste of time.I was very unhappy about the rims because i was told there was a defect in the rims and there was someone just ahead of me that got four new rims.I had to wait on the Pont. Rep. before they could do anything.He had the dealership do them which took my car off the road for 5 days.I went on vacation and when i returned my left front tire was a little low,i know no one drove it why i was gone, so i went to the repair shop to get it fixed and after they took it off there was a large crack in the rim where the bead meets rim and there was a good size piece of metal missing. So if i was a owner of a 2006 GTO with the same kind of rims check the inside of the rims for your own safety.

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