No more S-02s?

a-brod · 12-27-2006, 11:01 PM

Hello,

I've recently become the proud owner of an '03 S2000 and I could use some advice on replacement for the OEM Potenza S-02s. The situation is this: I like the grip of the S-02s when it's dry and they're new, but I've had the wonderful pleasure of experiencing their grip (read: alarming lack thereof) when they're worn down a bit and it's wet out. After the repairs--and the rest of the cold/snowy season-- I think I may want a set of tires that will do better in the wet, and hopefully wear in a more linear fashion than the S-02s' precipitous tread wear. I've researched some tire choices, and I can't find any good descriptions of the difference between another set of S-02s or a set of RE960A/S Pole Positions (that sound like they're better in the wet) or a set of RE050A Pole Positions, which I seem to remember hearing somewhere are meant to replace the S-02. So, in summation, which model strike the best balance between grip and safety in the longer-term?

Thanks to all who read through, I appreciate your patience with me.

Java Junky · 12-28-2006, 02:27 AM

There's alodda good threads on this topic brod.
'Only problem with this kind'a thing is that most of us can only vouch for, at best, a few of the current crop of tires that're out there. (as I can for the S-02s n' the G-009s and the Dunlop WinterSport M3s. As far as I'm concerned the max tire for the car in good weather is still the S-02. A more conservative approach with concern for year-'roun' use would be the G-009s and, again, in my opinion, the top-dog hoop for winter use is the Dunlop WinterSport M3)
But, my "wisdom" in chosin' these winners was the tappin' of the ample knowledge down at TireRack. They do this stuff for a livin' brod.
So when they say that one tire will be better than another for the results that you're lookin' for for your ride . . it's info that's based on current testin' n' experience that you're not gonna get from normal folks that've only used a few different tires.
Get thee to the experts brod. They won't steer ya wrong.
Be well. N' like the ol' knight said . . . .
Java

a-brod · 12-28-2006, 11:22 AM

Thanks for the help, but I guess I'm on to different things now...My beutiful red dream car, that I have owned for all of five months, has been pronounced totaled. From now on, I know that whatever car I own, it will just not be good enough. Enjoy your S2000s, and take care.

gomarlins3 · 12-28-2006, 03:53 PM

Wow. In 12 hours and 21 minutes the question goes from 'which tire is best for our car' to 'I don't own the car any longer and am moving on.' That has to be some sort of a record.

Java Junky · 12-28-2006, 04:53 PM

A sad endin' if it does have the finality that brod makes it sound like. I hope it ain't as bad as all'at.
'Hope you ain't a stranger brod. Maybe your interest has been piqued enough to have you thinkin' 'bout a replacement unit.
'Any chance that it can be cobbled back into at least mechanically sound shape so that it can be butt-ugly but still pull duty? Exhaust all avenues brod. It's too good a time to allow it to fade without a real fight.
Good luck n' be well.
Java

myts2k · 01-29-2007, 11:28 AM

I just bought 2 Bridgestone Potenza S-03 ultra high performance tires 245 40 17 from Redline Performance @ speedorama for a total cash price inc tax of $333.00 awesome price for these tires. They will be @ performance world which is the next car show (International Centre) i'll be picking up the front tire this time there having the same sale, check them out be ready for cash and carry.

12-27-2006, 11:01 PM	#1 (permalink)
a-brod Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 2	No more S-02s? Hello, I've recently become the proud owner of an '03 S2000 and I could use some advice on replacement for the OEM Potenza S-02s. The situation is this: I like the grip of the S-02s when it's dry and they're new, but I've had the wonderful pleasure of experiencing their grip (read: alarming lack thereof) when they're worn down a bit and it's wet out. After the repairs--and the rest of the cold/snowy season-- I think I may want a set of tires that will do better in the wet, and hopefully wear in a more linear fashion than the S-02s' precipitous tread wear. I've researched some tire choices, and I can't find any good descriptions of the difference between another set of S-02s or a set of RE960A/S Pole Positions (that sound like they're better in the wet) or a set of RE050A Pole Positions, which I seem to remember hearing somewhere are meant to replace the S-02. So, in summation, which model strike the best balance between grip and safety in the longer-term? Thanks to all who read through, I appreciate your patience with me.

12-28-2006, 02:27 AM	#2 (permalink)
Java Junky Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Joisey Posts: 5,046	There's alodda good threads on this topic brod. 'Only problem with this kind'a thing is that most of us can only vouch for, at best, a few of the current crop of tires that're out there. (as I can for the S-02s n' the G-009s and the Dunlop WinterSport M3s. As far as I'm concerned the max tire for the car in good weather is still the S-02. A more conservative approach with concern for year-'roun' use would be the G-009s and, again, in my opinion, the top-dog hoop for winter use is the Dunlop WinterSport M3) But, my "wisdom" in chosin' these winners was the tappin' of the ample knowledge down at TireRack. They do this stuff for a livin' brod. So when they say that one tire will be better than another for the results that you're lookin' for for your ride . . it's info that's based on current testin' n' experience that you're not gonna get from normal folks that've only used a few different tires. Get thee to the experts brod. They won't steer ya wrong. Be well. N' like the ol' knight said . . . . Java __________________ In life-long pursuit of that most mythic of beasts: the ever-elusive perfect corner. Well . . . that, r' at least a whole lodda clear spin-out room.

12-28-2006, 03:53 PM	#4 (permalink)
gomarlins3 "Enjoy the drive" Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Kuna Idaho Posts: 2,396	Wow. In 12 hours and 21 minutes the question goes from 'which tire is best for our car' to 'I don't own the car any longer and am moving on.' That has to be some sort of a record. __________________ Happiness is a nice road, great weather, and driving the S with Sue in the seat next to me. "Whatever you do, where ever you go, enjoy the drive." I know for a FACT that the last year of production of the S2000 is 2003!!!!! After that, it will be the S2200 under an assumed name.

12-28-2006, 04:53 PM	#5 (permalink)
Java Junky Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Joisey Posts: 5,046	A sad endin' if it does have the finality that brod makes it sound like. I hope it ain't as bad as all'at. 'Hope you ain't a stranger brod. Maybe your interest has been piqued enough to have you thinkin' 'bout a replacement unit. 'Any chance that it can be cobbled back into at least mechanically sound shape so that it can be butt-ugly but still pull duty? Exhaust all avenues brod. It's too good a time to allow it to fade without a real fight. Good luck n' be well. Java __________________ In life-long pursuit of that most mythic of beasts: the ever-elusive perfect corner. Well . . . that, r' at least a whole lodda clear spin-out room.

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12-28-2006, 11:22 AM	#3 (permalink)
a-brod Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 2	Thanks for the help, but I guess I'm on to different things now...My beutiful red dream car, that I have owned for all of five months, has been pronounced totaled. From now on, I know that whatever car I own, it will just not be good enough. Enjoy your S2000s, and take care.

01-29-2007, 11:28 AM	#6 (permalink)
myts2k Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 5	I just bought 2 Bridgestone Potenza S-03 ultra high performance tires 245 40 17 from Redline Performance @ speedorama for a total cash price inc tax of $333.00 awesome price for these tires. They will be @ performance world which is the next car show (International Centre) i'll be picking up the front tire this time there having the same sale, check them out be ready for cash and carry.