Track tires
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Track tires
I'm just wondering how many people on here run the 275-35-15 Hoosier A or R6. I just got a set of 15x9's and am trying to figure out which tire i should go with. I also looked at the 245 that Hoosier makes but it is almost 2" taller so I don't think that that would fit. I tried searching and couldn't find anything in between a 225 and the 275. Any suggestions?
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Yes, with rolled/pulled fenders and a bunch of camber; there have been a few threads about it.
Tires that are 2" taller probably won't work well. Your options are pretty much the 275s or 225s. There are a few different r-comps available in 225/45/15 and they fit pretty well on a 9" wheel. I'd personally go with the 275s though.
225/45/15 NT-01s:
275/35/15 Hoosiers:
All info here:
https://www.miataturbo.net/forum/t16421/
Tires that are 2" taller probably won't work well. Your options are pretty much the 275s or 225s. There are a few different r-comps available in 225/45/15 and they fit pretty well on a 9" wheel. I'd personally go with the 275s though.
225/45/15 NT-01s:
275/35/15 Hoosiers:
All info here:
https://www.miataturbo.net/forum/t16421/
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Hoosier only makes the 275/35/15 in the A6 compound, not ideal for lapping days. If you are planning on racing, then I'd get Hoosiers. If you are just doing HPDEs, get some take off Toyo RA-1s or buy new T888s or Nitto NT-01s.
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I do agree with Boileralum on tires. Go with an R888 or NT01 in a 225 flavor. The 15x9 stretches the 225 perfect! I've seen the NT01 on a 15x9 and just looks right.
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RA-1s suck, but they suck consistently. The NT-01 is probably the best option, especially for us, since you don't have to shave it to get the most out of it. You can run it at full tread and go fast.
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Nt01's and R888's are the current stuff that's basically replacing the RA1 but it is still in production. I only used the RA1 as an example of a good HPDE tire due to being durable and consistent. Not necesarily the fastest. That's why I'd love to see a comparison of the new stuff with a nod to HPDE drivers. Add in the new Kumho, Goodrich, Hankook and others and there are quite a few to consider for track days. DOT rating cuts some out if that is a consideration.