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!

 

RT-615, Z1 Star Spec, RE-01'r basically your only good street choices

 

+1. You could also try the new Nitto NT-05's. I would suggest going with a 265/35-18. I've had the 275's and prefer the response and gearing advantage that comes with the smaller sidewall and width.

 

Kumho ESTAC SP

 

toyo t1r

 

I have same wheels and the RT-615's and I am very satisifed with them.

 

Im just using 275/35/18 Eagle F1 All season. It does rain a lot here in seattle

 

rt-615's are good, and they're usually a bit cheaper.

i love mine.

 

you mean Kumho Ecsta XS? i have them but haven't ran them yet. they have a 180 treadwear.

 

i also had a good experience on the kumho mx, but it was on another car.

the xs looks pretty nice, but yeah, treadwear is 180.

 

I run 275/35/18 Cooper Zeon 2XS on my 18.5x9.5 RPF1s. I've used them as a DD and on the track for half-day sessions when swapping to rcomps isn't worth the time. No complaints and they provide me with plenty traction but I wouldn't use them for anything competitive.

I'll be using them for autox in STU but I don't run competively. Just for Sunday S&Gs.

 

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.

 

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

 

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 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.

 

nitto invo looks promising