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Anyone who knows something about the S-03 PP please discuss if it is a better replacement for the S-02. Pro vs Cons.. etc
Just doing some early research before I have to replace my stock tires

Thanks..

 

Just looking at the S03 I'd say it is better set up for wet traction but not as good for dry. This can depend a fair amount on compounds in the tire as well. I'm sure there are people here who have experience with both that can give you more concrete information.

 

I have had the following:

OEM S02
S02
S02 Pole Position
S03 Pole Position

Best dry:
Non OEM S02

Best wet:
S03 PP

Best All around:
S02 Pole Position.

Just my .02

 

After many discussions I decided to get new S03 tires. I received them a few days ago and got them installed.

My first impression's are on appearance:
1) The tires are more rounded.
2) The tire is thicker around the stock rim. It is a benefit sold as rim protection but it does not look as sporty because the sidewall is not as flat.
3) I ordered stock sizes. The fronts are slightly wider by 1/2 inch and the rears are almost the same when I lined them up next to each other. The specs read the S02 tires are 2/10 of an inch wider.

Performance:
1) The ride is smoother. Definitely noticeable.
2) 300 mile's so far and it has rained everyday. Performance in the rain is great.
3) I have not been able to drive it much under dry conditions but the few corners that where dry I noticed a slight turn in. Hard to describe. It could have been that they are new and I am looking for something to notice. Time will tell.
4) This is the tire to have if you are a daily driver.

Of course this is only my opinion.

 

Here's the link to Tirerack's tire survey results for max performance tires.

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/surveyresults/max.jsp

It compares 13 tires, including the S-02, S-02 PP, and S-03 PP. The S-03 is top-ranked, and rated higher than the S-02 or S-02 PP in every category (including dry traction).

Of course, this is customer input only, and I'm sure Tirerack is careful to say it isn't scientific. I also wish it reported number of surveys rather than number of miles. Still, I have to be impressed with the fact that customers have been pleased so far with the S-03 PP, and I'm leaning toward them for my next set of tires.

Now I just have to work out sizes...

 

I was quoted some outragoues prices for the s03's, so until they get a little cheaper I'll stick with the s02.

 

Mine where only 2 dollars more per tire through tirerack.

 

like the S-O2 is there a S-O3 and a S-O3 PP? What is the difference? Which will wear better?

Andy

 

No. The S03 replaced the S02 pp. I am really happy with the S03 tires.
One thing to note. The installer put 51 psi in all the tires. That is what the tire recommends but of course I lowered it a few days later. What a difference. 500 miles so far and these tires really stick to the pavement.

 

How did the installer derived 51 PSI? And what did you finally change it to?