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03-04-2010, 02:01 PM | #1 |
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Question about 19" track setup
I bought a set of used 19" VMR wheels with M3 offsets. The two front PS2's are still ok (at least 50% tread left), however the rears need to be replaced. Is it ok to get a different tire for the rear wheels or should they match? Should I sell the fronts and get tires that are better for the track than PS2?
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03-04-2010, 02:05 PM | #2 |
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Sell the fronts.
PS2s are not really happy out on track, especially in warm weather. I have found they get greasy after a few laps. If you are not going with R compounds, go with RE-11s or AD08s.
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03-04-2010, 02:08 PM | #3 |
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^great advice
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AD08s and RE-11s come in somewhat limited sizes I find.
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03-08-2010, 06:55 PM | #6 |
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I checked on the AD08 and the best setup looks like 245/35/19 and 275/30/19. I shouldn't have any rubbing issues with this setup correct?
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You will want more rubber up front. If you want to use the 275/30 out back, at least use a 255 or 265 up front. The 275/30 overall diameter is a bit small also. Did you decide on the wheels? Max your camber out too, will give you a little more room to play with the tire sizes.
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03-08-2010, 07:08 PM | #8 | |
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Thanks for all your help man. I'm a track noob so I definitely appreciate it.
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03-08-2010, 07:19 PM | #9 | |
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AD08s do run pretty wide. Great tires though. NT05s might be another good option, much cheaper and have more sizes I think. 265/30/19 front and 285/30/19 would also work well, check if the NT05s come in those sizes.
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03-08-2010, 07:59 PM | #10 | |
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But the RE11's are def better at the track then PS2's Tracking with 19" is not favorable for 2 major reasons: 1- Your sidewall is much thinner for the same diameter - less rubber 2- Not many choices for 19" R-Comps |
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03-08-2010, 08:24 PM | #11 | |
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I think he also has 380MM BBK, so his choice for wheels is limited in 18s.
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03-08-2010, 08:30 PM | #12 | |
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I checked on the NT05's and it doesn't look like those sizes are available. I agree, however I have a 380mm BBK so 19's were my only low cost option.
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03-08-2010, 08:33 PM | #13 | |
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All good ... RE-11's - AD048's are great for track 1st timers and some intermediate guys. I recommend the NT-05's too PS2's do get greasy tho .. so I would also advise to sell those fronts too. |
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03-08-2010, 08:44 PM | #14 | |
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The AD08 sizes suck, I wish they made more sizes.
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03-08-2010, 08:48 PM | #15 |
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OK. I'll go with that setup and post some thoughts after I run them. Thanks.
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03-08-2010, 08:57 PM | #16 |
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Double check. I don't won't to steer you the wrong way.
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03-08-2010, 09:15 PM | #18 |
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How do I double check? That's the problem, I don't know what sizes to use, that's why I was thinking of just sticking with the stock sizes because I know they will work. I think the ones you mentioned should be fine, but I'm just not sure.
Probably one of the upcoming speed ventures events. There's one this weekend, but I'm not sure I'll be able to make that one. I'll send you a PM when I figure it out.
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03-08-2010, 09:21 PM | #19 |
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Cool! I'm ready to go again, it's addicting. Dude the Akra exhaust sounds so sick at the track, I drove behind SARD and it was music to my ears.
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03-08-2010, 10:05 PM | #20 | |
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I'm running AD08's and I know exactly what will fit and what will not fit depending on offsets.
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Let a few more members chime in, just to double check. Good luck.
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03-08-2010, 10:34 PM | #22 | |
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