I finally gave up my worn S-02's after 20,470 miles. Yes, they were quite bald in the rear. Didn't make for a fun drive down the Eastern Shore about 2 weeks ago in the rain. I scared the crap out of myself 27 times. Max speed in the wet was about 50 for me, but dry was awesome still.

First impressions of the S-03's are good. Maybe a little quieter? Steering feel is noticeably lighter. Roadholding unassessable so far. I hope the wet weather performance is what everyone says it is- judging by the size of the rain grooves, I am willing to believe it.

Anyway, ordered and had them put on at the NAS Oceana autoshop- ran me $692 plus $50 ($80 if you get the road hazard insurance) to install. They seem to have done an ok job installing, balancing, etc. If anyone is military and needs new tires, they are a valid option. Interestingly, the oem s-02's would have been a little cheaper.

See you guys out on the road... happy turkey day, too.

 

If you want performance close to the S02's with the S03's, run them at 37 PSI.

 

that also works perfect for me