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Old 12-08-2017 | 06:27 AM
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Default Nitto NT555 G2 Tires - 305 size available
Just searching around on the Discount Tire web site and see that Nitto now has a 305 size available.

Pretty decent price .....

Anyone going to give them a try?
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Old 12-08-2017 | 11:33 AM
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I think I'm going Michelin in the spring.
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Old 12-08-2017 | 12:49 PM
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They're only rated for speeds up to 168 mph, so I will not be trying them.
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Old 12-08-2017 | 01:53 PM
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They're only rated for speeds up to 168 mph, so I will not be trying them.
Bummer ...... Limitations.
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Old 12-08-2017 | 02:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Code
They're only rated for speeds up to 168 mph, so I will not be trying them.
i want to know the last time u hit 168. I'm guessing NEVER
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Old 12-08-2017 | 02:50 PM
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They are probably a compromise compared to Pirelli and Michelin. What is price difference?
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I want to know the last time u hit 168. I'm guessing NEVER
Bzzzzzt. Wrong. If you want to run tires rated BELOW OEM, go right ahead.
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Old 12-08-2017 | 05:37 PM
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Originally Posted by 911boy
They are probably a compromise compared to Pirelli and Michelin. What is price difference?
Just looking at the tire price (no additional fees or shipping)

Nitto's are around $800 a set and Michelin are around $1300.
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Old 12-08-2017 | 06:28 PM
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Bzzzzzt. Wrong. If you want to run tires rated BELOW OEM, go right ahead.
There is no right answer here. If you drive a 911 and never drive above 80 mph, why would you need the OEM spec tire? Knowledge is the key, understand load rating, temps, speed ratings and make an informed choice. We don't need any more nannies. If one has no clue about tires, heat, speed and risks associated therein, then go OEM as they will have you covered.
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Old 12-08-2017 | 07:08 PM
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168 is pretty hard to hit with these cars on track (maybe unless if you're at one of those NASCAR oval + some infield combinations) but agreed lower speed rating definitely doesn't give any comfort
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Old 12-08-2017 | 07:59 PM
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Originally Posted by 991carreradriver
There is no right answer here. If you drive a 911 and never drive above 80 mph, why would you need the OEM spec tire? Knowledge is the key, understand load rating, temps, speed ratings and make an informed choice. We don't need any more nannies. If one has no clue about tires, heat, speed and risks associated therein, then go OEM as they will have you covered.
Well said. FWIW I was trollin in my original post lol. It's friday
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Old 12-08-2017 | 08:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Homeles


i want to know the last time u hit 168. I'm guessing NEVER
Guilty.
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Old 12-09-2017 | 01:05 AM
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Originally Posted by Homeles
i want to know the last time u hit 168. I'm guessing NEVER
This is a fine reason for taking European Delivery.
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This is the only thread I have seen on this tire, so I am posting here. My C2 came with these tires installed. I hate them. Ride is OK, but the NOISE is atrocious. The drone on Concrete or above 70mph drowns out the sport exhaust. I hate them and can’t wait for them to die.
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Old 12-06-2018 | 01:16 AM
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Originally Posted by Homeles


i want to know the last time u hit 168. I'm guessing NEVER
I had a stock ‘87 Supra in my early twenties and hit 150 with Goodyear Gatorbacks on the back roads of Edwards AFB. Oh those years when I was young, dumb, and full of you know what. I can totally see folks hit 168+ in this beast, of course on the track or the Autobahn.
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