Dedicated Track Tires

imag · 11-04-2009, 08:46 PM

If you're a track newbie, why switch tires? The stock tires hold up pretty decently and have great grip for street tires. I think, and I've heard it said by others, that you learn a lot more about proper car control without the crutch of ultra-sticky tires. They prevent you from exploring the limits from seeing your mistakes as easily. Just a thought...

One other benefit: track tires are just going to cause more brake issues, fuel starvation issues, etc., which isn't much fun...

Mike · 11-04-2009, 09:30 PM

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Originally Posted by imag

If you're a track newbie, why switch tires? The stock tires hold up pretty decently and have great grip for street tires. I think, and I've heard it said by others, that you learn a lot more about proper car control without the crutch of ultra-sticky tires. They prevent you from exploring the limits from seeing your mistakes as easily. Just a thought...

One other benefit: track tires are just going to cause more brake issues, fuel starvation issues, etc., which isn't much fun...

I agree, kind of. Track tires don't make a lot of noise when they are about to give way, and when they do break loose, they do it in a very quick fashion, where as street tires make some noise and let you know you are approaching the limits and are a little more forgiving. I would do at least 5 events on streets before upgrading.

As for tire selection, I was using used R888s, but they just didn't last too well. I have since switched to BFG R1s and love them. A little less grip than a hoosier, but not enough less to justify the extra cost of the hoosiers. I run 275/35-18 all around myself.

rbratton · 11-05-2009, 06:47 AM

Okay, there are tons of options for 18" wheels, but what are the options for R-Comps on stock wheels? I'm having a hard time finding tires....

ChrisSlicks · 11-05-2009, 08:53 AM

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Originally Posted by rbratton

Okay, there are tons of options for 18" wheels, but what are the options for R-Comps on stock wheels? I'm having a hard time finding tires....

Hoosier R6's are one of the few that I found when researching. That's why I decided to buy 18" track wheels.

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11-04-2009, 08:46 PM	#1 (permalink)
imag Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Oakland, CA Posts: 446 Drives: up the wall Rep Power: 18	If you're a track newbie, why switch tires? The stock tires hold up pretty decently and have great grip for street tires. I think, and I've heard it said by others, that you learn a lot more about proper car control without the crutch of ultra-sticky tires. They prevent you from exploring the limits from seeing your mistakes as easily. Just a thought... One other benefit: track tires are just going to cause more brake issues, fuel starvation issues, etc., which isn't much fun...

11-05-2009, 06:47 AM	#3 (permalink)
rbratton Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Vine Grove, KY Posts: 89 Drives: 2009 370Z Rep Power: 18	Okay, there are tons of options for 18" wheels, but what are the options for R-Comps on stock wheels? I'm having a hard time finding tires....