18's or 19's for Track DE's?
07-23-2011 | 08:18 PM
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18's or 19's for Track DE's?
I have a 997.2 GT3 with PCCB's. Been doing crazy research on track wheels and decided on Forgelines. Really nice clean wheel.
Mike (mdrums) and I have talked endlessly about the issue, with him suggesting 19's. The choices of 19's in R-Compound tires seems to only get more popular, while 18's seem to be dwindling. (Really, its down to R888, and R6's) I dont mind R888's at all, so that wouldnt be too much of a problem.
I guess my question is, with the tire choices limited, is it still worth it to get 18's for a GT3? Is there a signicant downside to running 19's on DE events?
Nick
Mike (mdrums) and I have talked endlessly about the issue, with him suggesting 19's. The choices of 19's in R-Compound tires seems to only get more popular, while 18's seem to be dwindling. (Really, its down to R888, and R6's) I dont mind R888's at all, so that wouldnt be too much of a problem.
I guess my question is, with the tire choices limited, is it still worth it to get 18's for a GT3? Is there a signicant downside to running 19's on DE events?
Nick
07-23-2011 | 08:54 PM
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I have a 997.2 GT3 with PCCB's. Been doing crazy research on track wheels and decided on Forgelines. Really nice clean wheel.
Mike (mdrums) and I have talked endlessly about the issue, with him suggesting 19's. The choices of 19's in R-Compound tires seems to only get more popular, while 18's seem to be dwindling. (Really, its down to R888, and R6's) I dont mind R888's at all, so that wouldnt be too much of a problem.
I guess my question is, with the tire choices limited, is it still worth it to get 18's for a GT3? Is there a signicant downside to running 19's on DE events?
Nick
Mike (mdrums) and I have talked endlessly about the issue, with him suggesting 19's. The choices of 19's in R-Compound tires seems to only get more popular, while 18's seem to be dwindling. (Really, its down to R888, and R6's) I dont mind R888's at all, so that wouldnt be too much of a problem.
I guess my question is, with the tire choices limited, is it still worth it to get 18's for a GT3? Is there a signicant downside to running 19's on DE events?
Nick
Go 18, Hoosier and buy a tire trailer
07-23-2011 | 09:19 PM
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Greek you can run Hoosiers on 19's too....18" no longer provides any tire choices....19 is the new 18. The new 991 will have 19 on the Carrera and 20 on the S version...18's down the road in the sizes we need will be hard to get unless we run slicks and trailer.
You and I drive to the track...I'm personally not getting a trailer and having to pay to store it somewhere and a truck to pull it. I try to relax and enjoy DE's for what they are.
You and I drive to the track...I'm personally not getting a trailer and having to pay to store it somewhere and a truck to pull it. I try to relax and enjoy DE's for what they are.
07-23-2011 | 09:47 PM
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Yea, trailer is a no go for me. I need a tire so I can drive to the track. I really dont mind R888's, but then again, I havent driven a GT3 with those tires.
Any performance dip running 19's vs 18's?
Any performance dip running 19's vs 18's?
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07-24-2011 | 06:59 AM
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18" are for people with two sets of matching track wheels and trailer.
stick with 19" and if you see another set of used aftermarket or stock 19" wheels then grab em' for the track so you can damage them without caring.
at the end of the day you will have a nice collection of 19" tires to mix and match for street and track.
stick with 19" and if you see another set of used aftermarket or stock 19" wheels then grab em' for the track so you can damage them without caring.
at the end of the day you will have a nice collection of 19" tires to mix and match for street and track.
07-24-2011 | 10:17 AM
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Correct. Having a tough time to get tires for 18s. this trend is bad, if the 20s become the new 19s.
07-24-2011 | 10:42 PM
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19's for sure, but, I haven't been pleased with R888's. There are better choices out there for the GT3 IMHO. If price is an issue, try the Michelin SuperSports. Might cost you 1-2 sec a lap, but, the tire is an excellent street tire. At $1500 a set, you can't beat them, especially for you drive to the track guys.
07-24-2011 | 11:14 PM
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18s all the way like I told you on the phone!
I have a brand new set of Forgelines for the 997.2 GT3 narrow body. Mounted with R6, everything brand new - $4500 shipped
If you wanted - I can swap the tires with a set of R888 which are also new...
I have a brand new set of Forgelines for the 997.2 GT3 narrow body. Mounted with R6, everything brand new - $4500 shipped
If you wanted - I can swap the tires with a set of R888 which are also new...
07-24-2011 | 11:18 PM
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19's for sure, but, I haven't been pleased with R888's. There are better choices out there for the GT3 IMHO. If price is an issue, try the Michelin SuperSports. Might cost you 1-2 sec a lap, but, the tire is an excellent street tire. At $1500 a set, you can't beat them, especially for you drive to the track guys.