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Another track day in my Spyder !!
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First time I had a chance to view the whole thing.... Man, you were hauling ass around that track... nice run.
Mark |
Honestly I think I could have done better... Was very hot also and my tires were feeling a bit greasy... I couldn't accelerate as hard as I would have liked at some areas...
I did get passed by a vette and a Gtr |
excellent video... reguardless if you thought you could go faster.. you were flying.. your lines looked good enough for me..
i havent seen my car in person in almost 6-8 weeks.. im jonesing to drive ... but im booking dates in the fall for multiple weekends at daytona... just ordered a go pro.. as well.. keep posting.. the videos.. |
Originally Posted by ShahulX
(Post 3587775)
Honestly I think I could have done better... Was very hot also and my tires were feeling a bit greasy... I couldn't accelerate as hard as I would have liked at some areas...
I did get passed by a vette and a Gtr What kind of tires did you have? What was your max speed on the front straight (seemed like you closed on a lot of cars there)? |
Honestly I'm not sure what I hit on the front straight... I think maybe low 130's ?
Running yokahama Advan Ad08's... Nothing too crazy.. No r888.. No Hoosiers.. No r comps at all When my lines were off? Like when I was trying to pass people? Once early I almost lost it trying to go around someone and accelerate down the "chute" Oh voodoo I use is the thought that if I die, insurance will make my daughter a rich little girl ..lol (I'm kidding)... Just don't be afraid |
Originally Posted by ShahulX
(Post 3588671)
Running yokahama Advan Ad08's... Well that would explain the greasy feeling... God, I hate those tires. Work great for the first 15 minutes but they turn greasy FAST. Mark |
Yea I remember you saying that lol :)
I mean it was worse case.. It was 100 degrees and I was pushing the car... The cayman R in that video was on Ps2's and said his tires were sliding just as bad... Maybe worse... I just tried to compensate I don't know what tire I want to try next... I may go to toyo R888... I'm just nervous since the front is 35 and the rear is 30... Vs stock/current 30/30 profile tires... Think I'd be fine on the r888? |
Originally Posted by ShahulX
(Post 3588752)
Yea I remember you saying that lol :)
I mean it was worse case.. It was 100 degrees and I was pushing the car... The cayman R in that video was on Ps2's and said his tires were sliding just as bad... Maybe worse... I just tried to compensate I don't know what tire I want to try next... I may go to toyo R888... I'm just nervous since the front is 35 and the rear is 30... Vs stock/current 30/30 profile tires... Think I'd be fine on the r888? Since these tires don't last long anyways, the worst thing is you wear them out and try another brand. Regardless of the brand, I think you'll find you'll be able to push it even harder with (IMO) a better set of tires than the Advan's. Just an opinion... I'm sure there may be other's...lol. Mark |
tirerack raves about the Advans...did well in a recent test in Car & Driver. I may consider Hoosier R6's... but they are expensive and technically void the warranty... non dry sump..
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Originally Posted by ShahulX
(Post 3589232)
tirerack raves about the Advans...did well in a recent test in Car & Driver. I may consider Hoosier R6's... but they are expensive and technically void the warranty... non dry sump..
SO WHAT? YOU THINK Car & Driver knows more than me?? hilarious Yeah, I agree, I’ve read bunches of good reviews but I’ve tried two sets and hated them both times... same complaint both times... too hot, too greasy, too quick. Having said that... if they don’t get greasy, they were excellent. Like I said, try ‘em, if you don’t like them, don’t buy them again. Mark |
Originally Posted by ShahulX
(Post 3588752)
I don't know what tire I want to try next... I may go to toyo R888... I'm just nervous since the front is 35 and the rear is 30... Vs stock/current 30/30 profile tires... Think I'd be fine on the r888?
I've been VERY happy with RE-11's on my Cayman R. The grip is outstanding, they give great feedback, and the wear has been decent so far. They are also much better in the wet than a competition tire. I've got 10 track days on them and I think they should be good for 1 or 2 more weekends. On the other hand, 10 track days did in the brake pads (Pagid blue)! I may try NT01's next - I put 18" wheels on to get more tire options. If you don't want a full competition tire, others I'd consider are the various 'extreme performance' tires like the Hankook R-S3. People also seem to love the Pilot Super Sports. Most likely I'll stick with the RE-11's. I know they work for me. |
[quote=Dr. Bill;3589274]The most important thing is to maintain the stock ratio of tire diameter front to rear. Otherwise the electronic nannies may get all confused.{/quote]
X2... it doesn’t matter what the ratio is as long as the overall height is the same. The ratio may be different but what if you were running a 255 vs 235?? (just making the point that the ratio means nothing if the width isn’t the same) I've been VERY happy with RE-11's on my Cayman R. The grip is outstanding, they give great feedback, and the wear has been decent so far. They are also much better in the wet than a competition tire. I've got 10 track days on them and I think they should be good for 1 or 2 more weekends. On the other hand, 10 track days did in the brake pads (Pagid blue)! They are great in the dry and fantastic in the wet. Great choice. People also seem to love the Pilot Super Sports. Most likely I'll stick with the RE-11's. I know they work for me. Mark |
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tests/...y.jsp?ttid=118
I trust you more Orange!!! buts still... lol Ive liked the Advans for the most part... I did love the R888's but I worried about the fronts being 35 vs 30 rear... |
Originally Posted by Dr. Bill
(Post 3589274)
The most important thing is to maintain the stock ratio of tire diameter front to rear. Otherwise the electronic nannies may get all confused.
I've been VERY happy with RE-11's on my Cayman R. The grip is outstanding, they give great feedback, and the wear has been decent so far. They are also much better in the wet than a competition tire. I've got 10 track days on them and I think they should be good for 1 or 2 more weekends. On the other hand, 10 track days did in the brake pads (Pagid blue)! I may try NT01's next - I put 18" wheels on to get more tire options. If you don't want a full competition tire, others I'd consider are the various 'extreme performance' tires like the Hankook R-S3. People also seem to love the Pilot Super Sports. Most likely I'll stick with the RE-11's. I know they work for me. The PS2s are OK, but not great, IMO. Grip is only decent, and they do great greasy within a 20-min session. Super Sports cost less than PS2s, yet seem to have significantly better ratings. |
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