What tires for autocross?
Stock GT tires are 225/45-18s. TireRack doesn't list any competition tires in that size, but do list three (Kumho Ecsta V700, Michelin Pilot Sport Cup and Pirelli P-Zero Corsa) in 225/40-18.
Going with a 40 series tire would effectively increase the final drive ratio and thus provide slightly more torque. Any thoughts on going this route? And does anyone know if that would still be legal for SCCA stock class? ________ Make a vaporizer |
Re: What tires for autocross?
Originally posted by PUR NRG Going with a 40 series tire would effectively increase the final drive ratio and thus provide slightly more torque. Any thoughts on going this route? And does anyone know if that would still be legal for SCCA stock class? By the sounds of it, you're looking to run these tires on the road as well as in competition, right? If you're looking for a strictly competition tire, you'd be better off with Hoosier A3S03's in 245/35-18, but at $1000 a set you'd better hope you don't flatspot 'em too quickly. :) |
In general, is it better to go with 245-35/18's on 18x8" wheels or 225-50/16's on 16x7.5" wheels for autocross?
That brings up another question, which is which class could the RX8 be the most competitive in? It seems like the choices are BS, STX or SM. For some strange reason BSP has a worse PAX modifier than SM does. STX would require the 7.5" wide wheels and eliminate race slicks. I've heard good things about Falken Azenis but they don't make tires in that size. 225-45/17's are the closest which should fit on the RX8. I've been autocrossing for less than two years now and I'm a little new to the whole minmax design strategy and car classification thing. Any suggestions would be very welcome. Should I even mention the idea of going into the Street Tire class? ________ Fisting German |
The Michelin Pilot Sport Cup tires are outstanding track tires with great grip and longevity. However, I don't think they'd be very good for autocrossing, as they take several laps on track to warm up.
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Originally posted by PUR NRG STX would require the 7.5" wide wheels |
Originally posted by eccles STX allows a maximum wheel width of 8" and a maximum tire section of 245. |
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