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Hanakuso · 12-10-2012, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by CSG Mike

What exactly will you be using the tire for? Please list ALL uses, as I'll have a better idea of what would be the best fit for you.

It's my weekend car so a good amount is streets while I'm trying to go to the track every other month. I don't need them to perform well in rain other then the rare occasion it rains at the track

Not sure if it matters but I really like SOW compared to the other local tracks

OrbitalEllipses · 12-10-2012, 04:38 PM

Haven't seen mention of Pilot Super Sports, which should come into the equation if we're talking about performance summer tires.

CSG Mike · 12-10-2012, 05:40 PM

Contrary to C&D tests, PSS is not competitive with the other tires mentioned.

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Originally Posted by Hanakuso

It's my weekend car so a good amount is streets while I'm trying to go to the track every other month. I don't need them to perform well in rain other then the rare occasion it rains at the track

Not sure if it matters but I really like SOW compared to the other local tracks

I'd go between Z1SS and RE-11. Once you have a good feel for the car, transition to RS3.

gmookher · 12-10-2012, 05:50 PM

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Originally Posted by OrbitalEllipses

Haven't seen mention of Pilot Super Sports, which should come into the equation if we're talking about performance summer tires.

Not sure - old PS2 yes, todays PSS, nah

OrbitalEllipses · 12-10-2012, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by CSG Mike

Contrary to C&D tests, PSS is not competitive with the other tires mentioned.

I'd go between Z1SS and RE-11. Once you have a good feel for the car, transition to RS3.

Really? Scratch that off my list...

I'm looking for something comparable to BFG KDW2 in wet grip but not nearly as loud. I like stiff sidewalls, I can't handle howling road noise.

CSG Mike · 12-10-2012, 06:02 PM

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Originally Posted by OrbitalEllipses

Really? Scratch that off my list...

I'm looking for something comparable to BFG KDW2 in wet grip but not nearly as loud. I like stiff sidewalls, I can't handle howling road noise.

Get an exhaust to cover it up

OrbitalEllipses · 12-10-2012, 06:03 PM

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Originally Posted by CSG Mike

Get an exhaust to cover it up

Replacing one headache for another...

Yruyur · 12-10-2012, 06:04 PM

Looks like tire rack has less than 10 star specs left in 225 selling for 160ish on closeout, if I had the money I would snag them

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Ranatsu · 12-10-2012, 06:04 PM

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Originally Posted by OrbitalEllipses

Replacing one headache for another...

first world problems :p

OrbitalEllipses · 12-10-2012, 06:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Yruyur

Looks like tire rack has less than 10 star specs left in 225 selling for 160ish on closeout, if I had the money I would snag them

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New compound coming out next quarter, I'd pass.

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Originally Posted by Ranatsu

first world problems :p

No one likes you

CSG Mike · 12-10-2012, 06:07 PM

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Originally Posted by OrbitalEllipses

Replacing one headache for another...

Could always dynamat the car... everything is a tradeoff

ZDan · 12-10-2012, 06:24 PM

I've run StarSpecs for years on the S2000 in OEM AP1 sizes (205/55-16, 225/50-16) with mostly great results. However, on the RX-7 I just swapped a set of Pilot SuperSports (245/275) on in place of StarSpecs (255/265), and I have to say the Michelins feel much better and provide better feedback. For whatever reason, the FD front end felt quite numb with the *Specs, to the extent that I suspected the steering geometry was off due to V8 swap. But with the Michelins, the car feels great, and the steering feels much more alive.

I tracked it a couple of times on the StarSpecs, and they really weren't up to the power level of the RX-7. I don't expect the Michelins to be, either, but I might give it a shot...

Anyway, for the intended usage (lowish power reasonably light decently balanced car), I recommend the Michelins. If they aren't within a few tenths (not necessarily a foregone conclusion) of the usual "Extreme Performance" tires, no big deal for someone just starting out tracking.

CircuitJerk · 12-10-2012, 07:26 PM

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Originally Posted by OrbitalEllipses

Really? Scratch that off my list...

I'm looking for something comparable to BFG KDW2 in wet grip but not nearly as loud. I like stiff sidewalls, I can't handle howling road noise.

I loved those tires! I didn't notice it so much with an exhaust, but when I got another car without an exhaust it was almost unbearable.

Jeffboyarrdee · 12-11-2012, 04:02 AM

Oh haha yeah I probably will not go as fat as that...not my cup of tea. I was inquiring to the Max of just right, not slammed and hella flush.

So the two wheels I am looking at are gram light extremes or rota pwr's. What do you all think for a wrb brz. I was told that if I'm going to spend the money I should spend it on the rays, the rotas are a cheaper brand and may tend to crack? What are all of your guys thoughts on the two, or any wheel in general for that matter.

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