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Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 02-09-2016, 07:01 PM
Replies: 4,833
Views: 1,209,182
Posted By Gearhd79
I always thought the magic size for street was...

I always thought the magic size for street was 225 45. That all I've run the last 4 seasons. Has anyone had any real results from other sizes ?
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 02-07-2016, 02:25 AM
Replies: 4,833
Views: 1,209,182
Posted By Gearhd79
I just picked up the TRD set. I'm going to do a...

I just picked up the TRD set. I'm going to do a bit of testing. I have the strano front/stock rear now. I'm going to (one at a time) test out different combinations to see if I get a better feel out...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 05-09-2015, 10:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,110
Posted By Gearhd79
Nice video. Interesting to see. They were talking...

Nice video. Interesting to see. They were talking about rapidly changing tire tech 30 years ago and we are still seeing massive changes today. Thanks for sharing this timeless gem of a video.
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 03-09-2014, 08:51 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 13,861
Posted By Gearhd79
I have 225 45 ZII's and like them. A bit Noisy...

I have 225 45 ZII's and like them. A bit Noisy but good for autoX and also good in rain. I would not use them in weather under 40 deg of course.
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 01-22-2014, 10:47 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 37,524
Posted By Gearhd79
Thanks for the info

Thanks for the info
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 01-22-2014, 12:40 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 37,524
Posted By Gearhd79
I am mainly just comparing different brands of...

I am mainly just comparing different brands of all seasons
I was just explaining why I am buying all seasons plus I had to leave the car at a friends for a couple of days just because of a couple...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 01-22-2014, 02:15 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 37,524
Posted By Gearhd79
Ok I've read this thread which I think has gone...

Ok I've read this thread which I think has gone way off track and I'm still trying to get a comparison between different all season tires. I do not drive this car every day but I would like to drive...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 07-13-2013, 10:29 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,134
Posted By Gearhd79
This country voted for a president based solely...

This country voted for a president based solely on potential and look how that is working out. Lol
Im just saying that in my area when my driving skills get as good as others, i have a very good...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 07-13-2013, 08:36 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,134
Posted By Gearhd79
In my local group i run with some RX-8's and we...

In my local group i run with some RX-8's and we seem to be very close in times with my car being almost showroom stock and the rx8s about the same. This is also with average local drivers. This is...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 06-20-2013, 11:59 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 29,371
Posted By Gearhd79
I think tire rack is the sole vender for that...

I think tire rack is the sole vender for that specific enkei rim. I plan on getting a set for next season
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 06-17-2013, 05:17 PM
Replies: 4,833
Views: 1,209,182
Posted By Gearhd79
I was starting to think that CS was a good fit...

I was starting to think that CS was a good fit for the twins. Does anyone think that ES would help the twins?
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 04-12-2013, 07:50 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,668
Posted By Gearhd79
thanks for the info

thanks for the info
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 04-06-2013, 09:23 PM
Replies: 283
Views: 69,545
Posted By Gearhd79
Your car looked damn good out there. How did you...

Your car looked damn good out there. How did you do?
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 03-31-2013, 02:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,473
Posted By Gearhd79
i bought a second set of stock wheels ($100.ea)...

i bought a second set of stock wheels ($100.ea) for my sticky tires only because i race in stock class autocross (muct be stock width) and i keep my stock wheels with stock tires the way they are for...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 03-29-2013, 11:16 PM
Replies: 1,072
Views: 308,111
Posted By Gearhd79
if Ford didnt get cheap at the last minute in...

if Ford didnt get cheap at the last minute in 2005 and put the IRS in as they planned to, I might have bought the 2005 GT. If they did though,the price would have been way over $30K. Now how much is...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 03-29-2013, 10:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,473
Posted By Gearhd79
there is nothing wrong with the stock wheels...

there is nothing wrong with the stock wheels other than they are "stock". Yes they are a bit on the heavy side compared to Enkei's but as said above, they are not the heaviest. I dont actually find...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 03-26-2013, 11:58 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 13,328
Posted By Gearhd79
be different and wait for the nto3

be different and wait for the nto3
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 03-24-2013, 08:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,615
Posted By Gearhd79
Autocross is incredible fun. I started with a...

Autocross is incredible fun. I started with a 1979 Chevy Malibu with a built 350 and she handled like a dump truck but I WAS HOOKED. Next car a miata and now the FRS. Once your hooked there is no...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 03-23-2013, 09:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 17,937
Posted By Gearhd79
well im also a bit stuck in the same situation...

well im also a bit stuck in the same situation you are in. I really like the "look" of the RPF1 in the 9" due to the flat spokes ..but they will not fit the big brakes if you go with a 45 off set. If...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 03-23-2013, 08:47 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 14,396
Posted By Gearhd79
Oh im not staying away Sam, i will be at my area...

Oh im not staying away Sam, i will be at my area autocross in April. I am just not going to make any changes to my car right away. I was planning on calling you to get one of your sway bars and...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 03-23-2013, 09:08 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 17,937
Posted By Gearhd79
I really don't like a black wheel. Gun metal is...

I really don't like a black wheel. Gun metal is nicer
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 03-23-2013, 09:01 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 17,937
Posted By Gearhd79
If its mostly a DD then i would go with the tsw...

If its mostly a DD then i would go with the tsw they are a big heavier but they look better
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 03-23-2013, 08:29 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 14,396
Posted By Gearhd79
I really want to thank the people involved in...

I really want to thank the people involved in trying to make this sport more novice friendly and I hope these changes would make the sport grow and be more fun for all involved.
That being said, I...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 03-21-2013, 09:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 34,494
Posted By Gearhd79
i actually went with the 225 45 17 dunlops and...

i actually went with the 225 45 17 dunlops and they arre plenty wide for street use on the oem rims. I will be autocrossing with them this summer
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 03-20-2013, 07:27 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 14,396
Posted By Gearhd79
I kindof saw this happening with creation of the...

I kindof saw this happening with creation of the RTR sub class within stock. Most people I know would only run in the RTR class and not CS due to having to run R comps to be competative in CS. I also...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 03-19-2013, 09:00 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 24,108
Posted By Gearhd79
nice driving

nice driving
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 03-19-2013, 12:05 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 31,622
Posted By Gearhd79
What brand/type

What brand/type
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 03-18-2013, 07:02 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 31,622
Posted By Gearhd79
right now im completely stock on ZII's and...

right now im completely stock on ZII's and thinking of the strano bar with some really stiff endlinks and an alignment (crash bolts?)...BUT I want to see how the car is the way it is now before...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 03-17-2013, 12:46 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 31,622
Posted By Gearhd79
im set...I've comitted to CS(RTR) this year and...

im set...I've comitted to CS(RTR) this year and about to set up the suspention as per CS rules. I am trying to improve the car as my skills improve.
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 03-17-2013, 12:10 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 31,622
Posted By Gearhd79
all i can say soo far about the "pinch" is that...

all i can say soo far about the "pinch" is that my 225 ZII's look a bit pinched already..i can not imagine what a 245 would look like. I am no expert my any stretch, but I think the 225 is plenty of...
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