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gars · 05-17-2012, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by SumAznGuy

There is a steep learning curve with R-comps. They "mask" a lot of driver errors and bad habits.

Street tires is where it is at. Late into the salom, the tires will tell you you are trying too hard to make it up. Late on your braking point, again the tires will tell you.

Definitely see where you're coming from. I know I should really focus on getting better, but I just couldn't resist running these! it's so much fun!!

Bought a set of 4 tires used for $80, cost me $50 to mount. Who can say no to $130 for R Comps!!

SumAznGuy · 05-17-2012, 01:41 PM

No worries. I know what you mean.

My V710's were free and mounting was free. I was all over it like a fat kid on cake.

Matsuda · 05-17-2012, 02:13 PM

I'll be there Sunday, haven't autox in over 3 months =(

gars · 05-17-2012, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Matsuda

I'll be there Sunday, haven't autox in over 3 months =(

thought you guys had a shoot in the morning?

Traum · 05-17-2012, 02:45 PM

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Originally Posted by gars

I wish I could run my R Comps, but I'm pretty sure it'd going to rain... Can't run them in the wet... the AD08's will be so much better.

I want to try them in the wet though, see what they're like. The R Comps were a little too much for me... I couldn't get a good feel of how hard I can push it. I definitely need to lay down power a lot earlier.

It isn't that cold anymore, so your fresh-ish AD08's are still gonna hold reasonably well. Wet grip only becomes an issue when they start to get old and heat-cycled out.

I really like these tires. It's just that I am not sure if I can afford them again.

Dragon-88 · 05-17-2012, 03:10 PM

I need some new tires for VCMC event #3, any recommendations?

I was looking at Dunlops Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec, but wasnt to sure if that was my best option. Anyone have any recommendations? As long as they are street tires I dont think this would affect the group i'm in..

Vancouver240sx · 05-17-2012, 03:13 PM

The star specs are a pretty damn good start. I'm sorry if I've missed it but you're driving an 09 Corolla at autocross?

I personally think the Toyo R1R 195/45 tires are the way to go if you want outright speed.

rich

Dragon-88 · 05-17-2012, 03:19 PM

Thanks Rich. I will look into the Toyo's.

Yup thats right autox in my Corolla she handles very well and is currently holding 1st in vcmc novice. Steve's TSX and my corolla are usually .100 of a second apart from eachother. His TSX makes me want to push harder..

gars · 05-17-2012, 03:58 PM

that's you!! I saw you run on sunday, but didn't know you were from RS.

The R1R's are a little aggressive for a daily driver, so it depends on if you're running them everyday, or you will have a dedicated track tire.

ilvtofu · 05-17-2012, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Dragon-88

I need some new tires for VCMC event #3, any recommendations?

I was looking at Dunlops Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec, but wasnt to sure if that was my best option. Anyone have any recommendations? As long as they are street tires I dont think this would affect the group i'm in..

For the amount of kms you put on your car every year I don't know if running Star specs for daily would be a good idea (at least on your wallet) For an all rounder I noticed a few of the faster drivers using continental DW which has decent treadwear and fast in the rain (good for slush series)

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Originally Posted by Dragon-88

Yup thats right autox in my Corolla she handles very well and is currently holding 1st in vcmc novice. Steve's TSX and my corolla are usually .100 of a second apart from eachother. His TSX makes me want to push harder..

but yeah when I rode in your corolla I found the power to be more than adequate, I think you just need to turn a little earlier and you can shave significant time off. It corners pretty flat too IMO

Dragon-88 · 05-17-2012, 04:21 PM

Yeah, i'm trying to figure out if I should run a separate set of rims or not, which would help on the decision also..

Although I'm not to worried right now about DD since I'm currently driving my beater 93 bmw 325i. Since i've been autox the corolla.

Dragon-88 · 05-17-2012, 04:23 PM

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Originally Posted by gars

that's you!! I saw you run on sunday, but didn't know you were from RS.

The R1R's are a little aggressive for a daily driver, so it depends on if you're running them everyday, or you will have a dedicated track tire.

Yeah, What were you driving?

Matsuda · 05-17-2012, 06:43 PM

gars is running a black integra gsr, I have star specs on my car.

swfk · 05-18-2012, 01:00 AM

AD08, Starspecs, or R1R? Regardless of treadwear lol probably not gonna DD on it

SumAznGuy · 05-18-2012, 06:28 AM

I DD my Starspecs when I had my S2000 but the autoX alignment GG'd the fronts in 5000 km's. On the Rola, it might be better since you can rotate the wheels.

Vancouver240sx · 05-18-2012, 08:16 AM

Another set of rims for your car shouldn't be a whole lot of coin either. Having a 2nd set for autox that you could switch out the night before an event would really help. Just my $0.02

rich

gars · 05-18-2012, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by ilvtofu

For the amount of kms you put on your car every year I don't know if running Star specs for daily would be a good idea (at least on your wallet) For an all rounder I noticed a few of the faster drivers using continental DW which has decent treadwear and fast in the rain (good for slush series)

I would've considered the Continental DW's, but they don't even come in 15's.

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Originally Posted by swfk

AD08, Starspecs, or R1R? Regardless of treadwear lol probably not gonna DD on it

The AD08's last surprisingly long apparently. Not sure how they compare to Star Specs though. And since I have a set of winters, it's not THAT bad... I'm hoping they'll last at least 2 or 3 years....

swfk · 05-18-2012, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Vancouver240sx

Another set of rims for your car shouldn't be a whole lot of coin either. Having a 2nd set for autox that you could switch out the night before an event would really help. Just my $0.02

rich

Yeah that's what I've been thinking, a second set I'll throw on the night before would be great. Plus I can find something that's 17x7.5 instead of using the oem 17x7. Pushing that half inch for STF lol

Vancouver240sx · 05-18-2012, 09:08 PM

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Originally Posted by swfk

Yeah that's what I've been thinking, a second set I'll throw on the night before would be great. Plus I can find something that's 17x7.5 instead of using the oem 17x7. Pushing that half inch for STF lol

Great idea! I'm not sure the bolt patern of your car.. but this is a great deal in my mind. They don't sell just tires, but wheel/tire combinations. So you can get them mounted and balanced to you (Pt. Bob perhaps) for a good price!

Mazda Performance Parts: 15x7 6UL Silver Miata Wheel
Mazda Performance Parts: NEW NEW NEW---Toyo R1R 195/50/15---Mounted and Balanced!

STF looks like a fun class!

rich

SumAznGuy · 05-18-2012, 09:14 PM

His car is a TSX and it runs on 5x114.3 and Dragon's Rola is 5x100 IIRC.

IMO, 195 is too little tire for either cars.

Dragon-88 · 05-18-2012, 09:48 PM

Yeah i'm getting 225 for sure. Just deciding on what wheels to get, just getting quotes atm.

swfk · 05-19-2012, 07:11 PM

Perhaps I could get those for girlfriend's NA Miata, she's looking to run STS possibly

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ncrx · 05-21-2012, 09:40 AM

what are the hours for the velocity program?
like start at 8am ends at 12pm??? i'd love to catch it but got a wedding at 2pm that day

Derek128 · 05-21-2012, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by ncrx

what are the hours for the velocity program?
like start at 8am ends at 12pm??? i'd love to catch it but got a wedding at 2pm that day

8am to 4pm ish