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Furious D - 19/12/06 at 02:42 PM

I am thinking of buying some new wheels and rubber all round. The rubber mainly to try and get the power on the road instead of wheel spinning all the time and for better handling, nice and sticky.

Wheel are a cosmetic thing. Currently i have got 15" 185 x 60 tyres. I have had a look at some and they talk about offset and all sorts. What do i need to look for and can anyone recommend good wheels/tyres?

Cheers
D

Tiger Cat E1 2.0l Pinto

jos - 19/12/06 at 02:45 PM

I'm surprised your using 185/60's normally 195/50 is the size of choice for 15" wheels

Which brand tyres do you use and whats the spec of your car.

If youre struggling for grip I'd suggest you try using some Toyo R888's in 195/50/15 or Yokohama 048's or similar

Furious D - 19/12/06 at 02:49 PM

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Originally posted by jos
I'm surprised your using 185/60's normally 195/50 is the size of choice for 15" wheels

Which brand tyres do you use and whats the spec of your car.

If youre struggling for grip I'd suggest you try using some Toyo R888's in 195/50/15 or Yokohama 048's or similar


These were the tyres on the car when i purchased it. Do you think they are the wrong type to be using. Not sure on the make, a budget set i think, well not Dunlop, Bridgestone or anything.

The car itself is a Cat E1 2.0L Pinto running twin 45's 130bhp and 130lb torque. I have the rolling road done the other week.

I know i will not use it much over the winter but i am fed up with it wheel spinning and fish tailling in second, it even spund the wheels in 4th the other day. I want to make sure it looks the nuts and stick like glue in the dry warmer weather, otherwise i might be back to the motorbike.

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alanr - 19/12/06 at 03:29 PM

then definitely go Toyo R888's

tadltd - 19/12/06 at 03:32 PM

quote:

Wheel are a cosmetic thing.


This is only partly true. They are in fact quite an important part of the suspension system, particularly with regards to weight. The lighter you can get your wheels, the better your car will handle. Wheel + tyre diameter will also affect acceleration and top speed... (general rule: the smaller they are the better the acceleration, for a lower top speed). Wheel and tyre width will affect grip...

Furious D - 19/12/06 at 03:36 PM

quote:
Originally posted by alanr
then definitely go Toyo R888's


Seen them on the web @ £67 each, i know that it is not important but seeing and this is for sticky road fun what sort of mileage should i get from; front? Back?

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alanr - 19/12/06 at 03:40 PM

I've done 1900 miles so far - no track but serious road blasts and so far hardly any wear

but at £67 each who cares - they are TDB and look good

Furious D - 19/12/06 at 03:44 PM

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Originally posted by alanr
I've done 1900 miles so far - no track but serious road blasts and so far hardly any wear

but at £67 each who cares - they are TDB and look good


Have you been caught in the wet, or on a damp road with them?

What wheels have you got, or would recommend?

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alanr - 19/12/06 at 03:49 PM

just a couple of times and I just drive sensibly - no fast cornering and no flooring it

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Furious D - 19/12/06 at 03:52 PM

They look nice mate.

Are they not good in the wet then?
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alanr - 19/12/06 at 04:05 PM

they are dry weather tyres only - not that much tread but legal

jos - 19/12/06 at 04:24 PM

and wont disperse nearly as much water as a yokohama 021 or similar.

one of the troubles with them in the wet is that they cool down quickly which looses even more grip

Furious D - 19/12/06 at 08:11 PM

Anyone heard of or have experience with Scudo Stunners?

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Wadders - 19/12/06 at 08:27 PM

If your getting serious about handling and putting the power down, give 13" wheels some serious consideration. lighter the better.

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Originally posted by Furious D
I am thinking of buying some new wheels and rubber all round. The rubber mainly to try and get the power on the road instead of wheel spinning all the time and for better handling, nice and sticky.

Wheel are a cosmetic thing. Currently i have got 15" 185 x 60 tyres. I have had a look at some and they talk about offset and all sorts. What do i need to look for and can anyone recommend good wheels/tyres?

Cheers
D

Tiger Cat E1 2.0l Pinto




[Edited on 19/12/06 by Wadders]

Furious D - 19/12/06 at 09:39 PM

What sort of difference will 13" wheels make. Am i correct in thinking aceleration will be quicker and top end lower?

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higgsti - 19/12/06 at 10:51 PM

with that sort of power you shouldnt need anything bigger than 195s on 15" rims .13" wheels are far better and lighter and with these unless you have over 200bhp 185s are wide enough and this package will save weight too .if for all round weather yoko 021s .ive tried 032s and 048s the later being slightly better in the wet both superb dry weather tyres.why not look at compomotive crxs light weight and cheapish .my tyres or george polleys for tyres are worth a try

higgsti - 20/12/06 at 07:59 PM

bulk buy on 888s
http://boardroom.wscc.co.uk/cgi-bin/ikonboard.cgi?act=ST;f=1;t=47609;