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sweetfrs · 04-16-2013, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by renfield90

I think I've done 3 events on the stock tires. I had them off recently and they look just fine. Make sure you run higher pressures (I liked 45f/43r but didn't really bother playing with them) and keep a water sprayer handy as the tire gets really awful to drive when it overheats. Other than that, have fun!

PS: you don't need to wait for the break in...I ran mine at an event 12 hours after purchase.

hahahaha dang thats crazy and thats awesome. thanks man for the great advice im going to go ahead and run it lol

Apexer · 04-19-2013, 12:42 PM

So, after much deliberation, I am going to at least buy tires. I will buy wheels later. I know, run it stock, but.... If I buy tires, I will at least have a better handling street car, so please don't tell me not to buy tires. Thanks again guys.

DarkSunrise · 04-19-2013, 12:52 PM

Don't worry, it's not a bad decision to buy tires. What did you get?

Apexer · 04-19-2013, 01:14 PM

Sorry, I was on the phone and typing. I was going to ask you guys what tires you are running? It looks like rs3's and dunlops, is there anything else that seems popular? My buddy just bought some falken azenis 615k's and seems to like them. I'm really torn on what to get, as I will run them on the car the whole summer, any advice is greatly appreciated!

GTM_Challenge · 04-19-2013, 02:25 PM

Dunlop Direzza Z2, Hankook RS3, Bridgestone RE-11A - all three are good bets in my book.

Aznsky · 04-19-2013, 03:20 PM

If you're going to daily drive on the new tires, I'd recommend the Z2's or the RE-11A's. I would not recommend the RS3's or the new BFG Rivals unless you live in Arizona or California, basically somewhere where it doesn't rain and get too cold.

DarkSunrise · 04-19-2013, 03:25 PM

I rode in Areddi's car with Dunlop Z2 SS and it had impressive grip, but if you wanted to go a different route, you might try BFG Rivals. Here's an interesting fb page logging autocross results with Rivals vs. Z2 SS on an FR-S:

https://www.facebook.com/ewyang/acti...851512?fref=ts

TofuDelivery · 04-19-2013, 03:37 PM

im gonna go to my first event next month as well. do you guys have any advice on which helmet to buy? im sure there's a thread on this but I thought i'd post here since i saw this as the latest post haha

rainmonkey · 04-19-2013, 05:05 PM

why not mich pilot super sports?

GTM_Challenge · 04-19-2013, 05:48 PM

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Originally Posted by rainmonkey

why not mich pilot super sports?

Different class of tire. While still a great tire, it's not up to constant track use like other tires mentioned.

Black Tire · 04-19-2013, 06:17 PM

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Originally Posted by sweetfrs

hey guys i went to my first autocross event yesterday, but i didnt enter as my car only has 400 miles. but i was wondering when i do enter in 2 weeks can i run the car with the stock tires and not leave the event with bald tires or do i need to buy some extra rims/tires just to run one event?

I ran 1 autocross and 2 short-track days (just slightly more than autocross speeds) on my stock tires (Michelin Primacy HC) and they still have LOTS of wear left. As a novice, you will not need to worry about the stock tires for your first event. Also, the stock brake pads worked just fine for this use. I have a lot of experience and pushed the car quite a bit, but with the slower speeds, shorter track, and lower-grip tires everything was fine. I ran stock (cold) tire pressures all three days.

sweetfrs · 04-19-2013, 10:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Black Tire

I ran 1 autocross and 2 short-track days (just slightly more than autocross speeds) on my stock tires (Michelin Primacy HC) and they still have LOTS of wear left. As a novice, you will not need to worry about the stock tires for your first event. Also, the stock brake pads worked just fine for this use. I have a lot of experience and pushed the car quite a bit, but with the slower speeds, shorter track, and lower-grip tires everything was fine. I ran stock (cold) tire pressures all three days.

ok awesome i gues next week i will be running my car. i really appreciate all you guys helping me and i know i ask alot of stupid questions for a guy that know alot (i think i do), but you guys have been awesome thank you

whataboutbob · 04-20-2013, 12:00 AM

Dunlop Z2s would be an awesome choice IMHO. I'm running them on my dedicated AutoX wheels and they have tons of grip. Not sure how long they'd last for DD though.

Dezoris · 04-20-2013, 02:15 AM

RS3s or Z2. RS3s will work best when hot below 45 they dont grip well. Dunlops work better in cold.

04-19-2013, 12:52 PM	#17
DarkSunrise Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Drives: 22 BRZ (Previously 13 FR-S) Location: USA Posts: 5,798 Thanks: 2,187 Thanked 4,243 Times in 2,221 Posts Mentioned: 48 Post(s)	Don't worry, it's not a bad decision to buy tires. What did you get? __________________ "Never run out of real estate, traction, and ideas at the same time." 2022 BRZ Build 2013 FR-S Build

04-19-2013, 03:25 PM	#21
DarkSunrise Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Drives: 22 BRZ (Previously 13 FR-S) Location: USA Posts: 5,798 Thanks: 2,187 Thanked 4,243 Times in 2,221 Posts Mentioned: 48 Post(s)	I rode in Areddi's car with Dunlop Z2 SS and it had impressive grip, but if you wanted to go a different route, you might try BFG Rivals. Here's an interesting fb page logging autocross results with Rivals vs. Z2 SS on an FR-S: https://www.facebook.com/ewyang/acti...851512?fref=ts __________________ "Never run out of real estate, traction, and ideas at the same time." 2022 BRZ Build 2013 FR-S Build Last edited by DarkSunrise; 04-19-2013 at 03:38 PM.

04-20-2013, 02:15 AM	#28
Dezoris Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Drives: FR-S Location: IL Posts: 2,857 Thanks: 519 Thanked 2,998 Times in 1,095 Posts Mentioned: 159 Post(s)	RS3s or Z2. RS3s will work best when hot below 45 they dont grip well. Dunlops work better in cold. __________________ SAVAGEGEESE

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