GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric (direction question)

AndreyATC · 05-20-2009, 05:36 PM

Hey guys!
I recently bought Eagle Asymmetrics and they are gonna be installed tomorrow
I see they have no required rotational direction, just has to be installed with correct side
Anyone knows what "better" way to put them on?

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....ire=63YR9F1AXL

jpsum · 05-20-2009, 06:35 PM

What do you mean a better way? The only thing I can think of is that you should have them installed at a tire shop.

remmib · 05-20-2009, 06:58 PM

They can go both directions, just make sure the side of the tire maked 'outside' faces out.

BMdblU · 05-20-2009, 07:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by remmib

They can go both directions, just make sure the side of the tire maked 'outside' faces out.

+1

Nice choice on the rubber

AndreyATC · 05-20-2009, 07:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by remmib

They can go both directions, just make sure the side of the tire maked 'outside' faces out.

I know that they can go either direction
I started this thread to actually figure out which direction

Base on the thread pattern it looks like it might give you slight difference in dry/wet conditions

Looking at the picture below, right side is outer side and left is inner
However, to me, it looks like the tire on the picture should rotate from you, not towards you
Based on groves angles, etc

**ben@tirerack** · 05-20-2009, 07:53 PM

Direction of rotation does NOT matter with this tire, but inside vs. outside is very important. "Inside" and "outside" will be stamped right on the sidewall of the tire. Make sure all are mounted with the outside sidewall of the tire by the face of the wheel.

That will mean that one side may look backward to you, but not to worry, the only thing that matters is inside in and outside out.

AndreyATC · 05-20-2009, 08:06 PM

Thanks Ben
Just found really old thread covering this
It looks like there is no right or left tire
So they will always look like one is going forward and the other is backward

Weird, but true

**ben@tirerack** · 05-21-2009, 08:00 PM

No problem, glad to help. Now go and spread the good news to all

AndreyATC · 05-21-2009, 09:45 PM

Well, i've been driving on these since lunch (not constantly, i wish though)
The grip is unbelievable!

Where i normally brake traction, now i cant

These things are like glue
Ride is very comfortable and pleasant, also very quiet
I may give you guys a bit more feedback once i put some millage on those
So far, best tires i ever had

TSM330i · 05-22-2009, 07:16 AM

Wait till you break them in! The grip gets better after 500 miles or so.

AndreyATC · 05-22-2009, 11:24 AM

What psi are you guys running on these?
I just put 35/36 for f/r (cold)
I wonder what is optimal for these tires on 19s

to_riffic · 05-22-2009, 12:05 PM

good tires

for ur next set u should try out the f1 gs-d3's. love the grip in these tires.

AndreyATC · 05-22-2009, 12:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ra2fanatic

good tires

for ur next set u should try out the f1 gs-d3's. love the grip in these tires.

This is what i had just before Asymmetrics (see my photos)
Also very good tire, but i like Asymmetrics better

AWD Addict · 05-22-2009, 12:46 PM

What's the consensus on these compared to the GSD3s (aside from Andray)? I love my GSD3's, but the tread pattern looks totally different, and a whole lot less aggressive on the Asyms

BMdblU · 05-22-2009, 01:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ra2fanatic

good tires

for ur next set u should try out the f1 gs-d3's. love the grip in these tires.

doesn't make much sense considering the asymmetrics are the predecessor to the gs-d3

AWD Addict · 05-22-2009, 02:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BMdblU

doesn't make much sense considering the asymmetrics are the predecessor to the gs-d3

No. The GSD3 is the older model (and is being phased out)

AndreyATC · 05-22-2009, 02:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AWD Addict

No. The GSD3 is the older model (and is being phased out)

+1

BTW, cornering and off-the-line grip is huge improvement over GS-D3s
I cant comment on wet performance yet, but i really have a hard time braking tires loose on dry
It's more predictable too
I just have more confidence now with overall driving experience

**ben@tirerack** · 05-22-2009, 07:56 PM

The F1 Asymmetric is the newer model, and does have more grip than the (already quite good) GS-D3. The GSD3 may have an edge blasting through deep puddles because of the directional tread, but for actual wet or dry grip the new model has the advantage.

BMdblU · 05-23-2009, 12:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AWD Addict

No. The GSD3 is the older model (and is being phased out)

Whoops, meant that the other way around

05-20-2009, 05:36 PM	#1
AndreyATC Banned 105 Rep 1,828 Posts Drives: 2016 Tesla Model X P90DL Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Near NYC iTrader: (2) Garage List 2016 Tesla Model X [0.00] 2015 Tesla Model S ... [9.00]	GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric (direction question) Hey guys! I recently bought Eagle Asymmetrics and they are gonna be installed tomorrow I see they have no required rotational direction, just has to be installed with correct side Anyone knows what "better" way to put them on? http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....ire=63YR9F1AXL Last edited by AndreyATC; 05-20-2009 at 05:55 PM..
	Appreciate 0 Tweet Quote

05-20-2009, 06:35 PM	#2
jpsum Major 300 Rep 1,088 Posts Drives: 2010 TSX Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: New Haven area iTrader: (4)	What do you mean a better way? The only thing I can think of is that you should have them installed at a tire shop.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

05-20-2009, 06:58 PM	#3
remmib General 1596 Rep 29,217 Posts Drives: 2013 F10 520d M-Sport Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Norway iTrader: (0)	They can go both directions, just make sure the side of the tire maked 'outside' faces out. __________________ F10 520d M-Sport Alpine White \| HRE P43SC 20x9+20x11 \| Michelin PSS 255/35+295/30 \| KW V3 Coilover \| M5 Front Sway Bar + M550d Rear Sway Bar \| 3DDesign Front Lip \| BMW M Performance CF Spoiler \| BMW M Performance Diffuser \| BMW M Performance Black Grills \| BMW M Performance Pedals \|
	Appreciate 0 Quote

05-20-2009, 07:53 PM	#6
ben@tirerack M3Post Supporting Vendor 89 Rep 964 Posts Drives: 740i Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: South Bend, IN iTrader: (0)	Direction of rotation does NOT matter with this tire, but inside vs. outside is very important. "Inside" and "outside" will be stamped right on the sidewall of the tire. Make sure all are mounted with the outside sidewall of the tire by the face of the wheel. That will mean that one side may look backward to you, but not to worry, the only thing that matters is inside in and outside out. __________________ _______________________________________________ I have accepted a new position at Tire Rack and am no longer in the sales department. gary@tirerack.com is available to assist with M3 questions.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

05-20-2009, 08:06 PM	#7
AndreyATC Banned 105 Rep 1,828 Posts Drives: 2016 Tesla Model X P90DL Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Near NYC iTrader: (2) Garage List 2016 Tesla Model X [0.00] 2015 Tesla Model S ... [9.00]	Thanks Ben Just found really old thread covering this It looks like there is no right or left tire So they will always look like one is going forward and the other is backward Weird, but true
	Appreciate 0 Quote

05-21-2009, 08:00 PM	#8
ben@tirerack M3Post Supporting Vendor 89 Rep 964 Posts Drives: 740i Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: South Bend, IN iTrader: (0)	No problem, glad to help. Now go and spread the good news to all __________________ _______________________________________________ I have accepted a new position at Tire Rack and am no longer in the sales department. gary@tirerack.com is available to assist with M3 questions.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

05-21-2009, 09:45 PM	#9
AndreyATC Banned 105 Rep 1,828 Posts Drives: 2016 Tesla Model X P90DL Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Near NYC iTrader: (2) Garage List 2016 Tesla Model X [0.00] 2015 Tesla Model S ... [9.00]	Well, i've been driving on these since lunch (not constantly, i wish though) The grip is unbelievable! Where i normally brake traction, now i cant These things are like glue Ride is very comfortable and pleasant, also very quiet I may give you guys a bit more feedback once i put some millage on those So far, best tires i ever had
	Appreciate 0 Quote

05-22-2009, 07:16 AM	#10
TSM330i 2006 330i, TSM, Black, manual, sport 896 Rep 3,698 Posts Drives: '17 C2, GTI, Z4 3.0si Racecar Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Chester Springs, PA iTrader: (2)	Wait till you break them in! The grip gets better after 500 miles or so. __________________ 2017 Porsche C2 - manual of course 2015 GTI S 2008 BMW Z4 3.0si Coupe - because racecar
	Appreciate 0 Quote

05-22-2009, 11:24 AM	#11
AndreyATC Banned 105 Rep 1,828 Posts Drives: 2016 Tesla Model X P90DL Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Near NYC iTrader: (2) Garage List 2016 Tesla Model X [0.00] 2015 Tesla Model S ... [9.00]	What psi are you guys running on these? I just put 35/36 for f/r (cold) I wonder what is optimal for these tires on 19s
	Appreciate 0 Quote

05-22-2009, 12:05 PM	#12
to_riffic Lieutenant General 3071 Rep 13,771 Posts Drives: rwd Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: SoCal iTrader: (38)	good tires for ur next set u should try out the f1 gs-d3's. love the grip in these tires. __________________ ~loud noises~
	Appreciate 0 Quote

05-22-2009, 12:46 PM	#14
AWD Addict Chief Executive 407 Rep 2,930 Posts Drives: 2008 335xi 6spd Coupe Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Boston iTrader: (1) Garage List 2008 335xi [0.00]	What's the consensus on these compared to the GSD3s (aside from Andray)? I love my GSD3's, but the tread pattern looks totally different, and a whole lot less aggressive on the Asyms
	Appreciate 0 Quote

05-22-2009, 07:56 PM	#18
ben@tirerack M3Post Supporting Vendor 89 Rep 964 Posts Drives: 740i Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: South Bend, IN iTrader: (0)	The F1 Asymmetric is the newer model, and does have more grip than the (already quite good) GS-D3. The GSD3 may have an edge blasting through deep puddles because of the directional tread, but for actual wet or dry grip the new model has the advantage. __________________ _______________________________________________ I have accepted a new position at Tire Rack and am no longer in the sales department. gary@tirerack.com is available to assist with M3 questions.
	Appreciate 0 Quote