Tire Life of RE050A (sport tires)?

Spec Jay · 11-19-2009, 01:54 AM

the 370z has the best manners in the rain ive ever driven. at least with fresher tires hahah

AK370Z · 11-19-2009, 02:16 AM

I just took these tires off due to putting winter wheels on my car. When I took off, I was at about 11,900 miles (almost 12,000 Miles). I am planning driving these the WHOLE next summer. So, another 8000 miles is expected (though I will let you guys know if I had to change sooner). I also just bought 4 OEM RE050A 19" to replace them in the summer of 2011

. Here are some pictures of my tires to give you guys an idea. I do just regular everyday driving. Sometimes very spirited, sometimes like an old grandpa!

ArtVandaleigh · 11-19-2009, 09:22 AM

I have about 10k on mine and they still look to have at least half the tread left, no tracking however, just daily driving. I'm hoping also to use them completely through next year and replace spring 2011.

zero610 · 11-19-2009, 10:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 370Zsteve

unfixable?

did you have the valve replaced?

Nothing to do with the valve. The puncture is "too close" to the sidewall to fix. I think I'm going to buy a used tire from ebay ($60 ish) which has the same tread depth the rest of mine have and just use that until I need to replace all 4. All in all, not the best situation.

ChrisSlicks · 11-19-2009, 10:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK370Z

I just took these tires off due to putting winter wheels on my car. When I took off, I was at about 11,900 miles (almost 12,000 Miles). I am planning driving these the WHOLE next summer. So, another 8000 miles is expected (though I will let you guys know if I had to change sooner). I also just bought 4 OEM RE050A 19" to replace them in the summer of 2011

. Here are some pictures of my tires to give you guys an idea. I do just regular everyday driving. Sometimes very spirited, sometimes like an old grandpa!

You're fronts look almost brand new! The rears are showing some wear, to be expected in a rear wheel drive car with an enthusiastic driver, but should easily get you through the next summer unless you decide to take up drifting.

AK370Z · 11-19-2009, 01:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChrisSlicks

You're fronts look almost brand new! The rears are showing some wear, to be expected in a rear wheel drive car with an enthusiastic driver, but should easily get you through the next summer unless you decide to take up drifting.

I try to keep my drifting to a minimum!

Kastley85891 · 11-19-2009, 01:32 PM

^ Shamefull lol you got Stella wear there

TBSS2008 · 12-03-2009, 02:27 PM

I have 15,500 on my tires and was going to post that I could probably get another 5,000-10,000 out of them then I saw AK370Z tire pics at 11k. Holy cow my rear tires look bald in comparison but its probably because I have a habit of turning off traction control every time I get in the car unless it is raining of course. And I do like to swing the tail out cornering on occasions and do drive pretty aggressive, its just so damn fun! For those who drive like a normally person I would say these tires should be good for at least 20,000 miles.

I plan on replacing these tires with Nitto's NT05 and plan on a lot less drifting, replacing tires for this car isn't cheap.

j.arnaldo · 12-04-2009, 02:25 PM

Have you tried more than one tire repair shop, dude?

Auston · 05-15-2010, 12:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK370Z

I just took these tires off due to putting winter wheels on my car. When I took off, I was at about 11,900 miles (almost 12,000 Miles). I am planning driving these the WHOLE next summer. So, another 8000 miles is expected (though I will let you guys know if I had to change sooner). I also just bought 4 OEM RE050A 19" to replace them in the summer of 2011

. Here are some pictures of my tires to give you guys an idea. I do just regular everyday driving. Sometimes very spirited, sometimes like an old grandpa!

So how many miles is everyone else getting out of their SP tires (Bridgestone Potenza RE050A)?

For me, 14.271 miles and 9/32" reported tread depth on all tires

Pushing_Tin · 05-15-2010, 02:27 PM

I have not tracked these tires and they have 11,500 miles on them. The outside of the rear tires are far more worn than the inside.

Auston · 05-15-2010, 02:37 PM

Wo, I got a little suspicious of those 9/32" tread depth measurements
(with 14.271 miles) from the dealership. I measured them myself and got:

6/32" and 7/32" for the front tires (passenger tire had a nail and was replaced early) and
3/32" for the rear

That's a lot more realistic. Time for rear tires

Pushing_Tin · 05-15-2010, 05:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Auston

Wo, I got a little suspicious of those 9/32" tread depth measurements
(with 14.271 miles) from the dealership. I measured them myself and got

2/32" for the rear tires, and
5/32" for the front

That's a lot more realistic. Time for rear tires

My fronts are too bad either, but I learned that I could get a set of 4 Hankooks for the same price as two rear Bridgestones.

Pushing_Tin · 05-15-2010, 05:05 PM

I can't believe the difference! Mine look like racing slicks compared to yours, and they have less mileage!

Auston · 05-15-2010, 05:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pushing_Tin

I can't believe the difference! Mine look like racing slicks compared to yours, and they have less mileage!

You might want to get your tread depth checked, from the picture it looks
like it could be at the 2/32" limit

11-19-2009, 01:54 AM	#16 (permalink)
Spec Jay A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Bummerton Posts: 1,510 Drives: MtB 09 370z Rep Power: 19	the 370z has the best manners in the rain ive ever driven. at least with fresher tires hahah __________________ 09 Monterey Blue Global Time Attack Street Class Build Build Thread:Saber! Instagram:@SpecJay

11-19-2009, 02:16 AM	#17 (permalink)
AK370Z Administrator Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 9,930 Drives: 09 370Z MB Sports M6 Rep Power: 10	I just took these tires off due to putting winter wheels on my car. When I took off, I was at about 11,900 miles (almost 12,000 Miles). I am planning driving these the WHOLE next summer. So, another 8000 miles is expected (though I will let you guys know if I had to change sooner). I also just bought 4 OEM RE050A 19" to replace them in the summer of 2011 . Here are some pictures of my tires to give you guys an idea. I do just regular everyday driving. Sometimes very spirited, sometimes like an old grandpa! __________________ The370Z Signature Pictures ll Want to rock our forum decals on your car? Then click here! ll How to Embed YouTube Videos In a Post STOP! (Hammertime) ll Become a Premium Member Click HERE ll F.A.Q. Are You a Nissan Dealer? Click Here to Become A "Supporting Dealer" and Start Listing Your 370Zs In Our Inventory Section My Monterey Blue Z ll My Exhaust --> My Intake --> G3 Nissan's Official Response Regarding Oil Temp Issue: CLICK HERE Need a Set of Cheap Winter wheels /Tires? Then Visit The Banner Link Below and Place Your Order. You'll Help Keep The370Z Alive.

12-03-2009, 02:27 PM	#23 (permalink)
TBSS2008 Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 195 Drives: 11 Corvette GS 6spd Rep Power: 16	I have 15,500 on my tires and was going to post that I could probably get another 5,000-10,000 out of them then I saw AK370Z tire pics at 11k. Holy cow my rear tires look bald in comparison but its probably because I have a habit of turning off traction control every time I get in the car unless it is raining of course. And I do like to swing the tail out cornering on occasions and do drive pretty aggressive, its just so damn fun! For those who drive like a normally person I would say these tires should be good for at least 20,000 miles. I plan on replacing these tires with Nitto's NT05 and plan on a lot less drifting, replacing tires for this car isn't cheap. __________________ 2011 Black Corvette Grand Sport 6spd \| NNP Daul Mode Exhaust 2008 Trail Blazer SS Black \| SuperChips Tune 2009 370Z Black 7AT Touring Sport (TRADED)

05-15-2010, 02:37 PM	#27 (permalink)
Auston Track Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 764 Drives: 2009 Z34 T+S RAE Rep Power: 16	Wo, I got a little suspicious of those 9/32" tread depth measurements (with 14.271 miles) from the dealership. I measured them myself and got: 6/32" and 7/32" for the front tires (passenger tire had a nail and was replaced early) and 3/32" for the rear That's a lot more realistic. Time for rear tires Last edited by Auston; 05-19-2010 at 10:53 PM. Reason: updated for measurements only of channels with wear bars/indicators (3 inner channels)

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Alignment and tire longevity? Replacement tires?	lovethe370z	Wheels & Tires	13	04-18-2012 05:08 PM
Sport Tire Rotation?	zero610	Wheels & Tires	7	05-01-2009 02:06 PM
245 Enough Tire For 332HP? Discuss new tires.	JoeyD	Wheels & Tires	21	01-27-2009 10:01 AM
Bridgestone Potenza RE050A Specs and Review	BanningZ	Nissan 370Z General Discussions	22	12-25-2008 05:06 AM

11-19-2009, 09:22 AM	#18 (permalink)
ArtVandaleigh Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: NE Ohio Posts: 227 Drives: 09 PW 370Z Rep Power: 675	I have about 10k on mine and they still look to have at least half the tread left, no tracking however, just daily driving. I'm hoping also to use them completely through next year and replace spring 2011.

11-19-2009, 01:32 PM	#22 (permalink)
Kastley85891 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: ATX 370 - Sold Posts: 1,149 Drives: 2003 Wagon Rep Power: 18	^ Shamefull lol you got Stella wear there

12-04-2009, 02:25 PM	#24 (permalink)
j.arnaldo Banned Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Puerto Rico Posts: 937 Drives: Nissan 350Z, 2004 Rep Power: 0	Have you tried more than one tire repair shop, dude?

05-15-2010, 02:27 PM	#26 (permalink)
Pushing_Tin A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Eugene, OR Posts: 2,875 Drives: E63 AMG Rep Power: 227	I have not tracked these tires and they have 11,500 miles on them. The outside of the rear tires are far more worn than the inside.

05-15-2010, 05:05 PM	#29 (permalink)
Pushing_Tin A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Eugene, OR Posts: 2,875 Drives: E63 AMG Rep Power: 227	I can't believe the difference! Mine look like racing slicks compared to yours, and they have less mileage!