The New "What did you do with your Z today" (with off topic replies) V

GaleForce · 05-17-2013, 03:34 PM

I took Mrs.Force out for a boosted drive. The car pulls like a mofo! Michelin PSS might be ok for the masses but I need something better... much better. Having the rear end come loose when getting on the boost while already traveling at 120kph, without downshifting, is an issue. I was also surprised that the tires chirped once they started to grab traction.

I have also come to the realization that there is no point looking at the speedometer when boosting. As soon as boost comes on, you're more than likely well over (or soon to be) the speed limit. Assuming unassumed/private roads have speed limits.

kenchan · 05-17-2013, 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by GaleForce

I took Mrs.Force out for a boosted drive. The car pulls like a mofo! Michelin PSS might be ok for the masses but I need something better... much better. Having the rear end come loose when getting on the boost while already traveling at 120kph, without downshifting, is an issue. I was also surprised that the tires chirped once they started to grab traction.

I have also come to the realization that there is no point looking at the speedometer when boosting. As soon as boost comes on, you're more than likely well over (or soon to be) the speed limit. Assuming unassumed/private roads have speed limits.

kenchan burns through tires in 6K miles
mr.gale burns through tires in 6 miles

Davey · 05-17-2013, 03:37 PM

What size wheels/tires are you running in the rear?

Never mind, I see 305/30R19 on a 19x11 wheel.

That's a little small-ish for 500+ whp. Sounds fun.

GaleForce · 05-17-2013, 03:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Davey

What size wheels/tires are you running in the rear?

19" 305's

JARblue · 05-17-2013, 03:39 PM

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Originally Posted by GaleForce

Assuming unassumed/private roads have speed limits.

They don't

kenchan · 05-17-2013, 03:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Davey

What size wheels/tires are you running in the rear?

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Originally Posted by GaleForce

19" 305's

Haboob · 05-17-2013, 03:41 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

We got 10K out of the OEM tires in less than 6 months. You get 8K miles out of tires in 3 years

I'm approaching 10k on the stockers. I glanced last night and tread wear looked minimal. Looks almost brand new...

GaleForce · 05-17-2013, 03:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Haboob

I'm approaching 10k on the stockers. I glanced last night and tread wear looked minimal. Looks almost brand new...

Magical!

ZMan8 · 05-17-2013, 03:45 PM

I have 12k on the stockers, will probably be getting new tires after this season though.

GaleForce · 05-17-2013, 03:45 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

They don't

Exactly

kenchan · 05-17-2013, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Haboob

I'm approaching 10k on the stockers. I glanced last night and tread wear looked minimal. Looks almost brand new...

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Originally Posted by GaleForce

Magical!

indeed.

JARblue · 05-17-2013, 03:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Haboob

I'm approaching 10k on the stockers. I glanced last night and tread wear looked minimal. Looks almost brand new...

Well, I won't go so far as to say you're

like a pussy...

so I just won't say anything

kenchan · 05-17-2013, 03:50 PM

haboob- make sure you look at the treads on the inner tread side. that's where the true wear is.

kenchan · 05-17-2013, 03:53 PM

here's that vid tirerack has.

Tire Tech Information - Measuring Tire Tread Depth with a Coin

right side there is that 'TEST VIDEO' link

Haboob · 05-17-2013, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by GaleForce

Magical!

I like magic.

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Originally Posted by JARblue

Well, I won't go so far as to say you're

like a pussy...

so I just won't say anything

You know, that's not really an insult. Think about it...

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Originally Posted by kenchan

haboob- make sure you look at the treads on the inner tread side. that's where the true wear is.

Oh yeah, I know. Though, I don't drive it hard at all really, so I may be extending the life of the tires a bit... I hope.

05-17-2013, 03:34 PM	#7651 (permalink)
GaleForce A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 21,749 Drives: Varis Arising II Rep Power: 51864	I took Mrs.Force out for a boosted drive. The car pulls like a mofo! Michelin PSS might be ok for the masses but I need something better... much better. Having the rear end come loose when getting on the boost while already traveling at 120kph, without downshifting, is an issue. I was also surprised that the tires chirped once they started to grab traction. I have also come to the realization that there is no point looking at the speedometer when boosting. As soon as boost comes on, you're more than likely well over (or soon to be) the speed limit. Assuming unassumed/private roads have speed limits. kenchan and JARblue like this. __________________ >>>GaleForce's Build<<< >>>FaceBook @3GsCustoms<<<>>>Instagram @GaleForce370z<<< Varis Kamikaze-Z

05-17-2013, 03:37 PM	#7653 (permalink)
Davey A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Indiana Posts: 3,766 Drives: '15 NISMO 6MT Rep Power: 117171	What size wheels/tires are you running in the rear? Never mind, I see 305/30R19 on a 19x11 wheel. That's a little small-ish for 500+ whp. Sounds fun. blackcherry20 likes this. Last edited by Davey; 05-17-2013 at 03:40 PM.

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ZMan8 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 5,844 Drives: 10 370z 40th M6 Rep Power: 658	I have 12k on the stockers, will probably be getting new tires after this season though. kenchan and GaleForce like this. __________________ 2010 370Z 40 Anniv., 6 MT \| Fast Intentions \| Swift Springs \| SPC \| Z1Motorsports \| JWM \| Redline Oils \| 35% Window Tint 2015 Mazda6 \| 370ZChicago: Chicago Area Cars & Coffee

05-17-2013, 03:50 PM	#7663 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141520	haboob- make sure you look at the treads on the inner tread side. that's where the true wear is. GaleForce likes this.

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05-17-2013, 03:53 PM	#7664 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141520	here's that vid tirerack has. Tire Tech Information - Measuring Tire Tread Depth with a Coin right side there is that 'TEST VIDEO' link