What is the best tire for a Corvette?

Do I need run-flat tires on my Corvette?

For the Corvette, which uses stiff, low-profile ultra high performance tires, a run-flat is not much of a trade-off in terms of ride comfort and handling, even when it goes flat. Also, the Corvette was designed to accommodate run-flat tires, so it should be your first consideration when making a new tire purchase.

Is it worth getting run-flats?

Advantages. Most run-flat tyres will be able to get you 50 miles at 50mph (depending on the manufacturer – always check first) should you get a puncture, which should be plenty to get to a garage and replace it. You won’t have the extra weight of a heavy spare wheel in the boot.

Why do people dislike run-flat tires?

Another problem to keep in mind is that run-flat tires can’t be repaired and reinflated. That means an expensive tire also needs to be replaced by another expensive tire. Additionally, as tire sidewalls get smaller in general it becomes a bigger challenge for tire designers to get to an acceptable ride with run-flats.

What are the disadvantages of run-flat tires?

Run flat tire cons. Run flats can weigh more, decrease ride comfort and handling and are less readily available. Some consumers contend they also wear faster and less evenly than conventional tires. And because of the possible increase in weight, the tires can reduce fuel economy.

Is it OK to replace run-flat tires with regular tires?

If you decide you want to replace the run-flats that came on your car with standard tires, it’s perfectly fine to mount them on your existing wheels. They’ll fit properly so as long as they’re the same size.

How much HP can C6 handle?

According to Kokonis the company uses stock input shafts for applications up to 1,000 hp. Pushing past that limit requires the CK Performance billet input shaft.

What was the best year for the C6?

Do run-flats handle worse?

Rides well when flat: Because they maintain the primary “carcass,” or shape, of the tire, they mean relatively little handling and ride compromise after a puncture. A conventional tire will handle much differently—especially when punctured, and the tread rubs against the metal of your wheel.

Can you put golf clubs in a C6 Corvette?

The Z06 wasn’t any less practical than a regular C6 Corvette, either, with a big rear trunk that can easily fit two sets of golf clubs.

How much HP does a tune add to a C6 Corvette?

Exhaust And Power Tuning Nets 40 Horsepower! In stock form the C6 LS2 belts out 400 horsepower, with 400 lb-ft of torque from its 6-liter displacement. In part, the increases in power over the LS1 were due to redesigns of the exhaust manifolds and catalytic converters.

Is C6 Corvette considered a supercar?

The C6 Corvette is a supercar-slaying everyday sports car and a bargain on the used car market these days. The Chevrolet Corvette, America’s sports car since 1953, there’s been eight editions of it since its inception; each bringing something different to the table.

Can a C6 Corvette beat a hellcat?

The Corvette went against a red Hellcat Charger that did 9.958 seconds at 138.56mph compared to the Corvette’s 9.962 seconds at 140.12 mph. The Hellcat lost by a 0.02 margin.

Which C6 is the fastest?

This silver C6 Corvette has a stroker 5.3-liter with a massive F1-x Procharger under the hood which enabled it to break the previous record and set a new one with 8.75 seconds while reaching 169.04 mph on a quarter-mile track.

What’s the fastest C6?

The 2013 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 was the last model of the C6 generation and also the fastest setting a 0-60 time of 3.4-seconds and a quarter-mile time of 11.3-seconds and a top speed of 205 mph.