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[CSG Mike]

Originally Posted by gdrider77

I wouldnt say i have an exact budget, but if i could do something around $2000, that would keep the wife happy. Kind of. haha.

If i do dedicated track tires and wheels, then less money there, since i will need both the wheels and tires, if i do a more aggressive tire on my current wheels, then i could spend more on just the tire.

This is not my daily and i dont drive it in snow/rain, so thinking that maybe just a real aggressive street tire?

Just not sure.

What wheels do you currently have?

[gdrider77]

Originally Posted by CSG Mike

What wheels do you currently have?

Miro 111 Wheels
Front: 18x8.5 35
Rear: 18x9.5 40

Nitto Motivo tires
Front: 225/40/18
Rear: 255/30/18

One thought i had, was to buy another 2 of these wheels, then have a squared setup for the track. Not sure. Of course for that, might as well just buy 4 new wheels and tires.

[CSG Mike]

Originally Posted by gdrider77

Miro 111 Wheels
Front: 18x8.5 35
Rear: 18x9.5 40

Nitto Motivo tires
Front: 225/40/18
Rear: 255/30/18

One thought i had, was to buy another 2 of these wheels, then have a squared setup for the track. Not sure. Of course for that, might as well just buy 4 new wheels and tires.

I'd recommend some 17x9 wheels for the track, and not replicas; you don't want a failure at speed.

[gdrider77]

Originally Posted by CSG Mike

I'd recommend some 17x9 wheels for the track, and not replicas; you don't want a failure at speed.

Thanks! I was thinking the rpf1s. I know they are overused, but i love how they look and they are light. I was also thinking the 17x9 would be a good choice. allows a bit more tire all around, and i like that i can have more sidewall with that. Plus doesnt hurt that it would be a cheaper option. Any tire suggestions for that?

[CSG Mike]

Originally Posted by gdrider77

Thanks! I was thinking the rpf1s. I know they are overused, but i love how they look and they are light. I was also thinking the 17x9 would be a good choice. allows a bit more tire all around, and i like that i can have more sidewall with that. Plus doesnt hurt that it would be a cheaper option. Any tire suggestions for that?

RE11A

If you want to stick to a 225 tire, then a 17x8 is a better option for you.

[gdrider77]

Originally Posted by CSG Mike

RE11A

If you want to stick to a 225 tire, then a 17x8 is a better option for you.

If thats the case, then is there any reason i wouldnt/shouldnt use the stock wheels?

[CSG Mike]

Originally Posted by gdrider77

If thats the case, then is there any reason i wouldnt/shouldnt use the stock wheels?

Yes; they're 17x7

[gdrider77]

Originally Posted by CSG Mike

Yes; they're 17x7

Gotcha. I was thinking they were 17x8. Damn. They are skinny little things.

[frslee]

I caught up reading the entire thread. Man, there's a lot of information here.

[kavanagh]

Originally Posted by frslee

I caught up reading the entire thread. Man, there's a lot of information here.

There are some really knowledgeable people on this thread who spend a lot of time at the track. It's awesome how much everyone is willing to share their info and time!

[fooddude]

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[CSG Mike]

Bring on the questions!

[frslee]

Okay, here's my first question.

Since you said narrower tires give advantage on straight line, and wider tires give better grip on corners, can you suggest which tire size I should run on this track? Currently running 225/45/17 Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3 on stock wheels. I'll be using the current tire for April track day, but my concern is for future sessions.

I know you said not to bother with current tires, but in June or sometime late season, I'll be going to full 2 days HPDE session. I don't think I'll have much tread left on current tire. Planned tire size is either 225 45 17 or 245 40 17.

[jvincent]

Before the experts chime in, I'm going to say you want to optimize for straight line speed over cornering on that track.

If I'm right, it means I actually learned something.

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