Track tire pressure GT3 with Toyo R 888
08-27-2008, 02:07 AM
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I'm actually going through the same thought process. I hate PSC's, have pretty much always run Toyo's because they're great for what I need...which is a consistant DE tire that will wear well. Though I'm not having quite the accellerated wear like mooty. I've got about 24 heat cycles in my R888's now and have about 2-3/32 remaining. They were heat cycled prior to use and 3 of my heat cycles were in the rain.
Since RA-1's aren't optimal for my car I"m actually thinking of trying some of the Grand Am Cup (or Koni) Hoosiers. From what I gather they're an endurance compound that's longer lasting and more consistant than the R6's that most guys run. They're obviously slower however which isn't as big of a concern of mine. But if I go that route I can't drive them to the track which is a move I"m not sure I'm ready to make either.
andy
Since RA-1's aren't optimal for my car I"m actually thinking of trying some of the Grand Am Cup (or Koni) Hoosiers. From what I gather they're an endurance compound that's longer lasting and more consistant than the R6's that most guys run. They're obviously slower however which isn't as big of a concern of mine. But if I go that route I can't drive them to the track which is a move I"m not sure I'm ready to make either.
andy
08-27-2008, 09:37 AM
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mooty also runs -3 camber all around on his, which might contribute to accelerated wear...lol
hey but in all seriousness- I just got a set of RA-1 and will be running them for the first time this weekend- what kind of PSI should I run with ambient temps being 90-94*F?
hey but in all seriousness- I just got a set of RA-1 and will be running them for the first time this weekend- what kind of PSI should I run with ambient temps being 90-94*F?
08-27-2008, 07:24 PM
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I just ran stock sizes R888 for the first time yesterday on my 996-3... using the board reccomended 36F/38R I was happy as could be...
The tires are great and depending on how they wear, I would buy them again.
Bobwoodmantires.com had the best pricing that I could find
The tires are great and depending on how they wear, I would buy them again.
Bobwoodmantires.com had the best pricing that I could find
08-27-2008, 10:12 PM
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One thing to consider, tire life is highly dependent upon driving style, alignment car set up, driving style, and track, all of which are variables it the tire performance. I respect Mooty and his abilities, and do not question his experience with the tire, I just think you have to do your own research to determine what works for you. someone else's experience my not fit with your skill. So, that said, I am going to give the R888 a try to see how it works for me. My 2 cents.
08-28-2008, 08:37 AM
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The title says it.
I need some help;
In 2 weeks I am going to Sebring and this is the first time on the track with this car and I never drove a rear engine car before.
I appreciate to see what you guys use for PSI while running 18" R888 on a GT3
In hot and humid south Florida would Nitrogen help?
It is my understanding that it is only the moisure that make the diffrence between air 78% Nitrogen anyway and Nitrogen.
I am not new to track event; In my Mustang during the summer, the pressure goes up 12+14 PSI in the RA1's, no problem as I new and adjusted for it, but now learning a new car, I think it would help if it difference is less.
Thanks for any help.
I need some help;
In 2 weeks I am going to Sebring and this is the first time on the track with this car and I never drove a rear engine car before.
I appreciate to see what you guys use for PSI while running 18" R888 on a GT3
In hot and humid south Florida would Nitrogen help?
It is my understanding that it is only the moisure that make the diffrence between air 78% Nitrogen anyway and Nitrogen.
I am not new to track event; In my Mustang during the summer, the pressure goes up 12+14 PSI in the RA1's, no problem as I new and adjusted for it, but now learning a new car, I think it would help if it difference is less.
Thanks for any help.
08-28-2008, 05:00 PM
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