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Should I install new tires now, or later??

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Old Jul 4, 2007 | 06:11 PM
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Should I install new tires now, or later??

My next AutoX is on the 29th
I have a new set of Potenza S03's sitting in my truck.

On the car are the stock Dunlops w/ 13k miles on them.

I feel that the Potenza's are a stickier tire.... but they are new ... and will have thick tread ....
Will I be better off w/ the older Dunlops, or the new Potenza's ???

I'm pretty split on this... so any feedback will be much appreciated. Thanks
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Old Jul 5, 2007 | 03:39 PM
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Originally Posted by NoRotorNoMotor
My next AutoX is on the 29th
I have a new set of Potenza S03's sitting in my truck.

On the car are the stock Dunlops w/ 13k miles on them.

I feel that the Potenza's are a stickier tire.... but they are new ... and will have thick tread ....
Will I be better off w/ the older Dunlops, or the new Potenza's ???

I'm pretty split on this... so any feedback will be much appreciated. Thanks

Were you planning on installing the new set *soon* anyhow?? if so, just put 'em on already. may not make a huge diff. in your times, but you might as well start getting used to them if you're going to be running them for a while.
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Old Jul 5, 2007 | 03:47 PM
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Wear the S-03's for about 500 miles before the event if you choose to use them.
Otherwise, are the Dunlops still fine? Are you a front running contendor or simply having fun? If fun, then finish the Dunlops.
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