Tires for Enkei RPF1's
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Tires for Enkei RPF1's
Hey just wanted to hear some personal advice on what are reasonable priced good gripping tiers. That I can use for both daily driving and track days. But i want GRIP! now that I have the 9.5 wide. Thanks!
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I'll be using them for autox in STU but I don't run competively. Just for Sunday S&Gs.
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the RT-615 is not good on track...it only last for a few laps, is too easy to get over heated, and it will become so slippy after few laps...
You may want to try this tire, Federal 595RS-R, GRIPPPPP and cheap
even better than the RE-01R, Tread wear 140, so good
http://www.federaltire.com/en/html/p...&pdline=3&ID=3
Sport Competition
King of sport – 595RS-R with reinforced carcass and sidewall offers easy handling while taking the abuse of driving at high speed as well as superior grip and cornering stability, is a secret weapon for the championship. Recognized by Japanese professionals and selected as the official tire to Australia 2007 X Challenge competition powered by Lotus.
Features
1. Lateral grooves substantially exterminate stiffness on shoulder blocks to upgrade traction and riding comfort.
2. Tread patterns on shoulder block provide lateral driving stability while cornering.
3. Uni-directional V-shaped main groove design enhances both sport look and water distribution.
4. Wide angle grooves improve consistency on tread blocks thereby permitting more serious grip.
5. The modern, feather-like tread pattern incorporates stylish image and outstanding responsiveness.
6. Embossed letters on the sidewall featured with unique and personal characteristics.
You may want to try this tire, Federal 595RS-R, GRIPPPPP and cheap
even better than the RE-01R, Tread wear 140, so good
http://www.federaltire.com/en/html/p...&pdline=3&ID=3
Sport Competition
King of sport – 595RS-R with reinforced carcass and sidewall offers easy handling while taking the abuse of driving at high speed as well as superior grip and cornering stability, is a secret weapon for the championship. Recognized by Japanese professionals and selected as the official tire to Australia 2007 X Challenge competition powered by Lotus.
Features
1. Lateral grooves substantially exterminate stiffness on shoulder blocks to upgrade traction and riding comfort.
2. Tread patterns on shoulder block provide lateral driving stability while cornering.
3. Uni-directional V-shaped main groove design enhances both sport look and water distribution.
4. Wide angle grooves improve consistency on tread blocks thereby permitting more serious grip.
5. The modern, feather-like tread pattern incorporates stylish image and outstanding responsiveness.
6. Embossed letters on the sidewall featured with unique and personal characteristics.
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285/30zr18
245/35zr18
255/35zr18
265/35zr18
140 AA/A
this 595 RS-R is a lot gripper than all the tires above and also cheaper
I'm happy to have them =)
many people start using these tires, it can last about 9 track days + daily drive
245/35zr18
255/35zr18
265/35zr18
140 AA/A
this 595 RS-R is a lot gripper than all the tires above and also cheaper
I'm happy to have them =)
many people start using these tires, it can last about 9 track days + daily drive
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anybody try the new Nitto NT-05s? (I think these are the new ones)
I could be wrong but I think they are close to R-comps with a 200 treadwear rating and decent wet. Might be a all around winner?
I could be wrong but I think they are close to R-comps with a 200 treadwear rating and decent wet. Might be a all around winner?
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I would say try the new Nitto NT-05's over the RT-615's. The RT-615's do get greasy easily during a track session. I have spun on track because of this and it is not fun. The RE01-R's are awesome in the rain on the track and I only had 2 sessions in close to dry conditions with them, but they held up well. Don't go for 275's unless you have to. 265's are the perfect size for the 9.5's.
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