just ordered a set for the Civic..priced right and positive feedback..any opinions here?
http://www.firestonetire.com/tire/firehawk-indy-500
http://www.firestonetire.com/tire/firehawk-indy-500
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Firestone's Firehawk Indy500
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I'm not sure that I would trust them in anything except dry and light rain.
As you noted good feedback. Should be a great summer tire.
I ran them on my '12 Kia Optima SX. They had very good warm weather (Summer tires) traction (good and "sticky"), were fine in the rain but were not for even the limited winter we have here in East TN. I faithfully rotated/balanced every 5K miles and did 4-wheel alignments about the same. They wear evenly, but got noisier as they aged. They worn down to the wear bars in ~22K miles (DD car). I was disappointed in the longevity of these tires. YMMY. I would not buy them again and replaced them with Conti PureContact tires (very pleased with these so far).
Originally Posted By: WhizkidTN
I ran them on my '12 Kia Optima SX. They had very good warm weather (Summer tires) traction (good and "sticky"), were fine in the rain but were not for even the limited winter we have here in East TN. I faithfully rotated/balanced every 5K miles and did 4-wheel alignments about the same. They wear evenly, but got noisier as they aged. They worn down to the wear bars in ~22K miles (DD car). I was disappointed in the longevity of these tires. YMMY. I would not buy them again and replaced them with Conti PureContact tires (very pleased with these so far).
Seems like a really soft tire with 0 warranty mileage. Might even be a tire never designed to be exposed to be below 32ºF.
Probably great for a light track tire.
I ran them on my '12 Kia Optima SX. They had very good warm weather (Summer tires) traction (good and "sticky"), were fine in the rain but were not for even the limited winter we have here in East TN. I faithfully rotated/balanced every 5K miles and did 4-wheel alignments about the same. They wear evenly, but got noisier as they aged. They worn down to the wear bars in ~22K miles (DD car). I was disappointed in the longevity of these tires. YMMY. I would not buy them again and replaced them with Conti PureContact tires (very pleased with these so far).
Seems like a really soft tire with 0 warranty mileage. Might even be a tire never designed to be exposed to be below 32ºF.
Probably great for a light track tire.
I have the Firehawk Wide Oval Indy 500 tires 245/50-16 on my 99 Trans am. Different tread pattern and probable different tread compound, but they have held up well. Quiet ride, good dry grip, tire minimizes road surface caused noise, balanced well - maintained balance at 15, 000+ miles. Never tried them in the rain or on snow. Overall I'd say they are a good moderate priced summer performance tire.
Looks like these tires were just released in May 2016...so some reviews you may read, not the ones on here of course,
may be for an earlier model Firestone. They look like an excellent tire.
may be for an earlier model Firestone. They look like an excellent tire.
Originally Posted By: dblshock
there's actually two models, Indy 500 and wide oval Indy 500 the former being a newer version.
Very true. I should have noted that mine were the Wide Oval Indy 500 variety.
there's actually two models, Indy 500 and wide oval Indy 500 the former being a newer version.
Very true. I should have noted that mine were the Wide Oval Indy 500 variety.
Originally Posted By: WhizkidTN
I ran them on my '12 Kia Optima SX. They had very good warm weather (Summer tires) traction (good and "sticky"), were fine in the rain but were not for even the limited winter we have here in East TN. I faithfully rotated/balanced every 5K miles and did 4-wheel alignments about the same. They wear evenly, but got noisier as they aged. They worn down to the wear bars in ~22K miles (DD car). I was disappointed in the longevity of these tires. YMMY. I would not buy them again and replaced them with Conti PureContact tires (very pleased with these so far).
22k seems fair for a high performance summer tire.
I ran them on my '12 Kia Optima SX. They had very good warm weather (Summer tires) traction (good and "sticky"), were fine in the rain but were not for even the limited winter we have here in East TN. I faithfully rotated/balanced every 5K miles and did 4-wheel alignments about the same. They wear evenly, but got noisier as they aged. They worn down to the wear bars in ~22K miles (DD car). I was disappointed in the longevity of these tires. YMMY. I would not buy them again and replaced them with Conti PureContact tires (very pleased with these so far).
22k seems fair for a high performance summer tire.
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Originally Posted By: WhizkidTN
I ran them on my '12 Kia Optima SX. They had very good warm weather (Summer tires) traction (good and "sticky"), were fine in the rain but were not for even the limited winter we have here in East TN. I faithfully rotated/balanced every 5K miles and did 4-wheel alignments about the same. They wear evenly, but got noisier as they aged. They worn down to the wear bars in ~22K miles (DD car). I was disappointed in the longevity of these tires. YMMY. I would not buy them again and replaced them with Conti PureContact tires (very pleased with these so far).
22k seems fair for a high performance summer tire.
That may be true but I wasn't in the market for summer tires. I wanted something with at least a 50K+ mileage rating. They were the "only" tires that fit my car at my local tire store when the condition of my stock tires (which lasted about 27K miles) was brought to my attention. The fault is MINE for not putting the purchase off, doing my research and choosing a better option (like TireRack, etc.) since what I really needed was all season tires. Again, that one was on me.
If someone is looking for some really sticky summer tires, these may be the ones to get.
Originally Posted By: WhizkidTN
I ran them on my '12 Kia Optima SX. They had very good warm weather (Summer tires) traction (good and "sticky"), were fine in the rain but were not for even the limited winter we have here in East TN. I faithfully rotated/balanced every 5K miles and did 4-wheel alignments about the same. They wear evenly, but got noisier as they aged. They worn down to the wear bars in ~22K miles (DD car). I was disappointed in the longevity of these tires. YMMY. I would not buy them again and replaced them with Conti PureContact tires (very pleased with these so far).
22k seems fair for a high performance summer tire.
That may be true but I wasn't in the market for summer tires. I wanted something with at least a 50K+ mileage rating. They were the "only" tires that fit my car at my local tire store when the condition of my stock tires (which lasted about 27K miles) was brought to my attention. The fault is MINE for not putting the purchase off, doing my research and choosing a better option (like TireRack, etc.) since what I really needed was all season tires. Again, that one was on me.
If someone is looking for some really sticky summer tires, these may be the ones to get.
Tirerack had these Indy 500's ranked #1 Ultra High Performance Summer and a 8.9 for wear...
https://www.tirerack.com/tires/surveyresults/surveydisplay.jsp?type=UHP
https://www.tirerack.com/tires/surveyresults/surveydisplay.jsp?type=UHP
Originally Posted By: dblshock
Tirerack had these Indy 500's ranked #1 Ultra High Performance Summer and a 8.9 for wear...
https://www.tirerack.com/tires/surveyresults/surveydisplay.jsp?type=UHP
on and on read the reviews...
3,000 Miles on Tires
October 21, 2016
I can not believe the night and day difference compared to my all season stock tires that the car came with. I wish I had opted for UHP tires sooner, but then I wouldn't have ever got these babies. I am also thoroughly impressed with the improved economy on this tire. The car is also extremely grippy in the wet. They have such a great look and really shouldn't be overlooked of you're in the market for a dedicated summer tire. The price is right and its a great brand. Will definitely buy again.
Tirerack had these Indy 500's ranked #1 Ultra High Performance Summer and a 8.9 for wear...
https://www.tirerack.com/tires/surveyresults/surveydisplay.jsp?type=UHP
on and on read the reviews...
3,000 Miles on Tires
October 21, 2016
I can not believe the night and day difference compared to my all season stock tires that the car came with. I wish I had opted for UHP tires sooner, but then I wouldn't have ever got these babies. I am also thoroughly impressed with the improved economy on this tire. The car is also extremely grippy in the wet. They have such a great look and really shouldn't be overlooked of you're in the market for a dedicated summer tire. The price is right and its a great brand. Will definitely buy again.
Bought a fresh take off set of Enkei Honda Civic Touring (OEM) rims and these tires mounted and balanced $1,250.00 after everything, hoping to get 2 seasons 14 months 42k..never tracked but know right where to take them when the deer aren't moving.
This newer generation of Firehawk should be good. Keep in mind that it's Bridgestone technology where there is plenty of high performance experience with their Potenza line. In my Camaro world (245 and 275 low profile 20"), this is the only tire B/F made available. Apparently, their marketing people think American muscle cars should have only Firestone brand tires on them. The previous version wasn't worth buying. Personally, I'm glad to see this new generation getting good reviews as it gives me a realistic alternative at reasonable cost. Now, can I trust Firestone Complete Care with my 10" wheels???
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