Good year F1(GSD3 Vs Asymmetric)

kfares · 03-01-2009, 05:26 AM

which one is better the Asymmetric is more expensive what do you think guys?
and what about the production date the dealer have the asymmetric dated july 2007 is that ok or too old?
Thanks in advance

TSM330i · 03-01-2009, 12:45 PM

I've driven on both tires.
I had the GS-D3 on my Boxster and have the Asymmetric on my E90.

The GS-D3 have a softer sidewall and not as precise as the Asy. They are both very good in the rain, but again the nodd goes to the Asy as being a bit better.

IMHO - the Asy is the more advanced tire. It has the rim protector and just feels more solid under the car. There is no tramlining at all with either tire like the stock Bridgestones. Overall, I'm very pleased with the Asy as I've used them in all conditions including track time. They held up great over three days of abuse and are still going strong with about 7K miles on them.

kfares · 03-02-2009, 03:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AW325xi

I've driven on both tires.
I had the GS-D3 on my Boxster and have the Asymmetric on my E90.

The GS-D3 have a softer sidewall and not as precise as the Asy. They are both very good in the rain, but again the nodd goes to the Asy as being a bit better.

IMHO - the Asy is the more advanced tire. It has the rim protector and just feels more solid under the car. There is no tramlining at all with either tire like the stock Bridgestones. Overall, I'm very pleased with the Asy as I've used them in all conditions including track time. They held up great over three days of abuse and are still going strong with about 7K miles on them.

Thanks a lot i apperciate your help

Gary@TireRack · 03-02-2009, 10:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AW325xi

I've driven on both tires.
I had the GS-D3 on my Boxster and have the Asymmetric on my E90.

The GS-D3 have a softer sidewall and not as precise as the Asy. They are both very good in the rain, but again the nodd goes to the Asy as being a bit better.

IMHO - the Asy is the more advanced tire. It has the rim protector and just feels more solid under the car. There is no tramlining at all with either tire like the stock Bridgestones. Overall, I'm very pleased with the Asy as I've used them in all conditions including track time. They held up great over three days of abuse and are still going strong with about 7K miles on them.

Agreed.

Tires
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bavarian19 · 03-02-2009, 11:25 AM

Are the GSD3's even made anymore?

I have the Asym's and am very happy with them.

Malek@MRF · 03-02-2009, 11:41 AM

I have had both tires.

In a very short sum of words, the Asymmetrics will kick the crap out of the GSD-3's. I personally feel that Asyms are better than the PS2 and, Re050a pole positions and the discontinued S-03's.

The tire is worth it. The shoulder tread blocks are very large, the tire has immense amounts of grip in the dry and is very confidence inspiring. Paired with the lightweight wheels that I have (MORR Monoforged VS7), it's hard to believe that this is the same car!

fedinand · 03-02-2009, 03:54 PM

I've tried all the same tires you had and agree with you. They are also the best wet weather tire I have ever owned.

crqflier · 03-02-2009, 09:29 PM

Big fan of the Asy. Never owned the GSD3, so can't compare. I've got about 1500 miles on them and at this point I really don't think I could ask for more from a spirited daily driver tire. PS2 is an great tire - this gives it a run for the money.

Gary@TireRack · 03-03-2009, 12:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bavarian19

Are the GSD3's even made anymore?

I have the Asym's and am very happy with them.

They are still made in some sizes, but most sizes have been replaced with the new Asymmetric.

Tires
http://www.tirerack.com/a.jsp?a=AH8&...ires/index.jsp

SuPaSkillz · 03-03-2009, 01:52 PM

Had the the gs-d3s on my Z. they were great....never tried the asym...but from what people are sayn they seem to be even better...your good either way i guess...go for what u want

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TSM330i 2006 330i, TSM, Black, manual, sport 880 Rep 3,699 Posts Drives: '17 C2, GTI, Z4 3.0si Racecar Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Chester Springs, PA iTrader: (2)	I've driven on both tires. I had the GS-D3 on my Boxster and have the Asymmetric on my E90. The GS-D3 have a softer sidewall and not as precise as the Asy. They are both very good in the rain, but again the nodd goes to the Asy as being a bit better. IMHO - the Asy is the more advanced tire. It has the rim protector and just feels more solid under the car. There is no tramlining at all with either tire like the stock Bridgestones. Overall, I'm very pleased with the Asy as I've used them in all conditions including track time. They held up great over three days of abuse and are still going strong with about 7K miles on them. __________________ 2017 Porsche C2 - manual of course 2015 GTI S 2008 BMW Z4 3.0si Coupe - because racecar
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Malek@MRF Brigadier General 732 Rep 3,735 Posts Drives: E92 M3, E46 M3, G82 M4 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Irvine, California iTrader: (5)	I have had both tires. In a very short sum of words, the Asymmetrics will kick the crap out of the GSD-3's. I personally feel that Asyms are better than the PS2 and, Re050a pole positions and the discontinued S-03's. The tire is worth it. The shoulder tread blocks are very large, the tire has immense amounts of grip in the dry and is very confidence inspiring. Paired with the lightweight wheels that I have (MORR Monoforged VS7), it's hard to believe that this is the same car! __________________ BMW PERFORMANCE SPECIALISTS. Race Engines. Suspension. F/I. Brakes. Race Preparation. Factory Service. Alignments. OFFICIAL PARTNERS: KW. MOTON. Brembo. AP Racing. BBS Motorsport. iND. HRE. Turner Motorsport. VAC. BMW Motorsport. Facebook \| Instagram \| Yelp! \| Flikr Phone: 949-233-0448 \| E-Mail: info@mrfengineering.com
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fedinand Major 75 Rep 1,271 Posts Drives: '11 X3, '11 GTI Join Date: May 2007 Location: MN iTrader: (6)	I've tried all the same tires you had and agree with you. They are also the best wet weather tire I have ever owned.
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crqflier Lieutenant 115 Rep 433 Posts Drives: '07 335i, '95 M3 (gone) Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: California iTrader: (0)	Big fan of the Asy. Never owned the GSD3, so can't compare. I've got about 1500 miles on them and at this point I really don't think I could ask for more from a spirited daily driver tire. PS2 is an great tire - this gives it a run for the money. __________________ '07 e90 335i - SG/Black/Alum \| 6 MT \| Sport \| Premium \| Nav \| CA Dinan Stage 2 Tune, Stage 1 Suspension \| BBS RS-GT
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SuPaSkillz Private First Class 3 Rep 147 Posts Drives: 2008 e90 335i /2007 E63 M6 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: VA iTrader: (0)	Had the the gs-d3s on my Z. they were great....never tried the asym...but from what people are sayn they seem to be even better...your good either way i guess...go for what u want
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