315/30 tires on the rear of WB??
10-26-2016, 05:19 PM
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If you indend to track a lot, I would take AWD out to the the save hassle later if the diff fails or front cv boots split. FD motorsports can put kit for about $1k including SSK.
10-27-2016, 11:00 AM
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I really like nt01s and I would def try out 235/275 combo (sizing is limited so no 285 or 295). They lasted me about 45-50 heat cycles (about 4 DEs - in advance group) and I don't have crazy camber so wear at the edges were the limiting factor. I do have RS sway bars to help with the roll.
If you indend to track a lot, I would take AWD out to the the save hassle later if the diff fails or front cv boots split. FD motorsports can put kit for about $1k including SSK.
If you indend to track a lot, I would take AWD out to the the save hassle later if the diff fails or front cv boots split. FD motorsports can put kit for about $1k including SSK.
I'm really just trying to explore/experience the capabilities of my car, and become a better track driver. At least those are my current sensibilities. This could change
10-27-2016, 11:29 AM
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First great to see people still tracking 993. It's a fantastic little car. For 2 DEs a year I would not bother with track tires, but hey give it a try. You will probably get hooked and end up doing more like 4-6 events. I was planning to do 3 a year a couple years ago...this year I did 10 with 1 more to go.
Be prepared that you may not see any improvements from better tires in lap times in first few events. Do you have proper seats and harnesses? Without them the extra grip is useless. Seats was the best upgrade for me.
IMO, one needs to spend quite some time to get adjusted to g-forces and feel of the car to be able to push the car hard enough to see the benefits of grippier tires. And without any nannies you have to build up to it slowly. For me, it was once a month including some open track events with 3 hours a day to get comfortable pushing the car. But this also spans over 6 tracks.
Be prepared that you may not see any improvements from better tires in lap times in first few events. Do you have proper seats and harnesses? Without them the extra grip is useless. Seats was the best upgrade for me.
IMO, one needs to spend quite some time to get adjusted to g-forces and feel of the car to be able to push the car hard enough to see the benefits of grippier tires. And without any nannies you have to build up to it slowly. For me, it was once a month including some open track events with 3 hours a day to get comfortable pushing the car. But this also spans over 6 tracks.
10-27-2016, 12:13 PM
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I'm looking at my dedicated track wheels/tires similarly to my summer and winter tires for my DD. Use what's best for the job at hand.
I'm still a beginner on the track, and my home track is pretty challenging (Mosport). I like the idea of having a nice sticky tire to help me - although I'm sure having crappy track tires would be a 'valuable learning experience'.
With 2 young kids at home, my time for DE's is strictly limited. Having said that, when I bought my car it came with a bolt-in roll-bar and GT3 style (replica) seats, which are sitting in my garage. I haven't sold them just in case
I'm still a beginner on the track, and my home track is pretty challenging (Mosport). I like the idea of having a nice sticky tire to help me - although I'm sure having crappy track tires would be a 'valuable learning experience'.
With 2 young kids at home, my time for DE's is strictly limited. Having said that, when I bought my car it came with a bolt-in roll-bar and GT3 style (replica) seats, which are sitting in my garage. I haven't sold them just in case
10-27-2016, 03:37 PM
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