Scorpion STR's...Perfect (so far).
03-02-2013, 12:50 PM
#1
Member
Thread Starter
Scorpion STR's...Perfect (so far).
I was wary of the stock Scorpion STR tires when buying my '12 FX...reports of sidewall-cracking, poor snow/ice performance, & tread-life topped the list.
However, after 9 months & 9,000 miles of use, I have to say these tires perform as designed & for the purposes intended.
Keep in mind, the STR designation stands for street tire, & these tires have accomplished day-to-day street driving flawlessly. Extremely quiet, with good road-handling ability. Stay firmly planted in rain at all speeds. And, no evidence of cracking. Tire tread has no-to-minimal signs of wear.
These Scorpions have only lost a total of 5 psi since new, which bodes well for their overall construction. However, they have always been nitrogen-filled---which may partially account for air retention.
However, these same tires wouldn't do well off-road, & are certainly not patterned for snow/ice conditions. Otherwise, perfect (so far) !!
However, after 9 months & 9,000 miles of use, I have to say these tires perform as designed & for the purposes intended.
Keep in mind, the STR designation stands for street tire, & these tires have accomplished day-to-day street driving flawlessly. Extremely quiet, with good road-handling ability. Stay firmly planted in rain at all speeds. And, no evidence of cracking. Tire tread has no-to-minimal signs of wear.
These Scorpions have only lost a total of 5 psi since new, which bodes well for their overall construction. However, they have always been nitrogen-filled---which may partially account for air retention.
However, these same tires wouldn't do well off-road, & are certainly not patterned for snow/ice conditions. Otherwise, perfect (so far) !!
03-02-2013, 01:07 PM
#2
Good to hear.
I had the sidewall dry rot issue with my first set and had them replaced under warranty. We got roughly 20 inches of snow over the last two weeks and I had no issues getting around with the Scorpions. I was actually more worried about tearing off the front plastic air dam that hangs below the bumper.
I had the sidewall dry rot issue with my first set and had them replaced under warranty. We got roughly 20 inches of snow over the last two weeks and I had no issues getting around with the Scorpions. I was actually more worried about tearing off the front plastic air dam that hangs below the bumper.
03-02-2013, 03:04 PM
#3
Member
Thread Starter
Good to hear.
I had the sidewall dry rot issue with my first set and had them replaced under warranty. We got roughly 20 inches of snow over the last two weeks and I had no issues getting around with the Scorpions. I was actually more worried about tearing off the front plastic air dam that hangs below the bumper.
I had the sidewall dry rot issue with my first set and had them replaced under warranty. We got roughly 20 inches of snow over the last two weeks and I had no issues getting around with the Scorpions. I was actually more worried about tearing off the front plastic air dam that hangs below the bumper.
That, apparently, is because we already have one; standard under the front bumper !!
Pleased that your Pirelli Scorpions got you thru...
The following users liked this post:
Legendsk (03-03-2013)
03-02-2013, 03:26 PM
#4
Beer Gut Extraordinaire
My moms lincoln has the STR and they're OK. I would never run any Pirelli on any vehicle now though..my dad has the Scorpion Zero on his limited and they're half-finished after 14,000 miles.
03-02-2013, 03:51 PM
#5
Member
Thread Starter
Mileage consistent with my experience---good call !!
Last edited by EasternAirlineKenny; 03-02-2013 at 03:55 PM.
