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They need a new set of tyres and was wondering what people recommend to use? The sizes I'll need are 205/45/16 and 225/45/16. I can get a set of Toyo T1-Rs for £328 fitted, what do people think of them? I've got T1-Rs on the front and Avon ZZ3s on the rear at the minute with my 17" Enkei RP-01 wheels. I've heard the T1-R can wear quite quickly on the rear due to the engine weight though? I was overly impressed when i had them in the summer. They managed to a good drive round the alps and kept up with 45 degree heat in Italy. They are mid range tyres though. I can't comment on the wear factor though as i didn't have them on for long......
just have this niggling thought that if I rip out the wiring, then the car will never get out of the garage again.
..(according to Gordaen)
just have this niggling thought that if I rip out the wiring, then the car will never get out of the garage again.
..(extra load) so have stiffer sidewalls than normal T1-R's. Even so, as stated, a couple of track sessions will eat the edges off them!(on the back, couldn't get them for the front) and Kumho KU31's and KU39's all round. I've found the Kumho's to be excellent, especially for the price and stand up to track days (and in my case sprinting) surprisingly well.(just make sure to scrub them in for a few miles before leaning on them - they're quite greasy form new).(extra load) so have stiffer sidewalls than normal T1-R's. Even so, as stated, a couple of track sessions will eat the edges off them!(on the back, couldn't get them for the front) and Kumho KU31's and KU39's all round. I've found the Kumho's to be excellent, especially for the price and stand up to track days (and in my case sprinting) surprisingly well.(just make sure to scrub them in for a few miles before leaning on them - they're quite greasy form new). Bonuses are the car rides slightly better due to more sidewall and you get a larger choice of tyres. Also depends on offsets and if your using coilovers or struts.