Originally Posted by 18psi
(Post 1319197)
that is (usually) how the world works
..........so where is the 275/35/15 thread |
I'm still waiting to see if they outperform narrower re-71r tires...
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245 vs 205. Both top level 200tw. I seriously doubt they will outperform. Either way they will last significantly longer.
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Here's someone's first impressions - sounds like it's more towards the RS3 / starspec 2 / AD08R than a RE71R or RivalS for a given size: http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?p=2600507
Disclaimer - found via google, no idea how reliable or applicable to our sizes this person's views are. |
Mike is one of the drivers Maxxis has used for early development testing, like myself. You will notice he did not provide a lick of data. I would wait for the conclusive GRM test by Hollis et al before drawing any final conclusions
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Originally Posted by emilio700
(Post 1319187)
Needs 300wtq
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Originally Posted by thumpetto007
(Post 1319236)
I'm still waiting to see if they outperform narrower re-71r tires...
I agonized a bit over what to do on my street car, knowing the VR-1 will likely be a little slower than the narrower RivalS/RE71R. Finally decided that if the 245/40 VR-1 comes within 0.5sec of the RivalS, but lasts 3-4x as long, then it's a win in my book. Hopefully I'm wrong and the width bridges the time gap entirely. |
in for more 245 NA love
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Originally Posted by emilio700
(Post 1319195)
+1
As much as I want my good friends and Maxxis to own all the market share in this new size for a while, I know the industry will finally see sales figures and react. I'm certainly doing my part to pump up the opportunity to the right people. Not too long ago 225/45-15 in a 200tw was considered niche...sure wish Bridgestone thought otherwise. |
Mine are scheduled for delivery on Thursday, can't wait!
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Originally Posted by paNX2K&SE-R
(Post 1319531)
Mine are scheduled for delivery on Thursday, can't wait!
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This tire is looking like it can not only fill a new size in the market, but also become another go-to model. I'm excited to see some data with reviews!
I'm having a hard time justifying them for my street tires over a 225 V720, though. I run 15x9s and my TTE car only makes ~135rwhp. I suppose they would probably last longer and I don't really care about raw speed. They would just be my HPDE ride along and mountain/street tire. |
got em mounted
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https://www.miataturbo.net/attachmen...ine=1459378646 https://www.miataturbo.net/attachmen...ine=1459378646 Just got them mounted on my 15x10's. Also included a picture of them next to 275/35/15 hoosiers on a 15x11 :) |
Originally Posted by flier129
(Post 1319604)
This tire is looking like it can not only fill a new size in the market, but also become another go-to model. I'm excited to see some data with reviews!
I'm having a hard time justifying them for my street tires over a 225 V720, though. I run 15x9s and my TTE car only makes ~135rwhp. I suppose they would probably last longer and I don't really care about raw speed. They would just be my HPDE ride along and mountain/street tire. |
I know that it isnt optimal... But I just painted my car and im not ready to cut it up just yet. Anyone have any idea of how a 245x9 combo would fit on an NA? My fenders are pretty heavily pulled.
Better yet. Any pictures of that setup with the RC-1? |
Originally Posted by Oh4One4
(Post 1319736)
I know that it isnt optimal... But I just painted my car and im not ready to cut it up just yet. Anyone have any idea of how a 245x9 combo would fit on an NA? My fenders are pretty heavily pulled.
Better yet. Any pictures of that setup with the RC-1? |
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I believe this picture is 245 Maxxis on 15x9. Back fenders are rolled with maybe a tiny pull, front fenders are rolled and pulled.
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Holy shit, is that the Bronze 6UL, K24mr2spyder?
That color looks great. Arca_ex, thanks for the picture of the NA. This gives me hope. My tires came in today. Just gotta sort some other things first then order my 6ul's |
Got mine in the mail today. Unfortunately I'll be a week or two out before I drive on them :(
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