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bellwilliam
12-20-2004, 09:12 AM
I've track and auto-x with much lighter cars, but I have no experiences with a 3,800lb GTO. Which tire do you guys use for track and Auto-X with good results?

I am thinking about Kumho V700 or Falken Azenis Sport, and have them heat treated for $15 each.

I am also considering larger size tire, but don't know if 275-40/17 will fit the rear or not. thanks !!



Dave Schotz
12-20-2004, 02:16 PM
Kumho VictoRacer 255/40/17 may be the biggest you can fit... 245/45/17's definitely fit...

I heard 275's fit in the rear... but not in the front!

Kumho is the way to go! ;)
bellwilliam
12-21-2004, 01:58 PM
Kumho VictoRacer 255/40/17 may be the biggest you can fit... 245/45/17's definitely fit...

I heard 275's fit in the rear... but not in the front!

Kumho is the way to go! ;)

Dave:
thanks, what tyre are you running at solo II, I am trying to find out which is the best tyre for a heavy car.

impressed with your 6 Solo II wins !! I had 1 win about 10 years ago.
Dave Schotz
12-21-2004, 04:35 PM
I previously ran the Kumho V710's on my '04 Mach 1, that I won Nationals in this year.

I don't have a GTO yet... and based on the T2 classing... we may end up trying something else along with the Camaro.

On the Z28 I run V710's as well! The VictoRacer is the best 'Economical' tire... and the 710 is the best all out race tire.

IMO.

Peace!
VelodromeRacer
12-28-2004, 04:26 PM
Where are you guys finding the Kuhmos...I have not found a good source that says they will have any?
sccaGTO
01-03-2005, 05:12 PM
My vote is also for the Kumho tires. I ran Ecsta V700s on my Miata. Did most of what I wanted. The V710 SHOULD be better. It looks like a race slick w/2 grooves cut into them for DOT legality. I say should be better because I have never ran them. If Kumho makes a P255/40/17, that should do for track/auto-x duty. Slightly wider footprint, slightly lower sidewall for less flex, & it's grippy rubber compound had me hooked. No pun intended. :rolleyes:

I got my tires from Tire Rack. You say you can't find anyone that has them. If Tire Rack doesn't have them, we are in deep sh*t.