[DeTomaso] Modern 15" Tire Options

[LS]

The P7 Corsa Classic would be good for 8s an 10s...believe the Michelin TB is also available in sizes close enough.

The Hoosier R6 is available in 275mm that would be close enough on a 10" wide wheel.

Any of these would be stupendous compared to a BFG Euro T/A or other ancient S rated option.

I took delivery of my 308 which came with Pirelli P6000s in 205/70-14 on factory optional 14x7.5 wheels. The shop doing the work were expert restorers but not into racing/tracking/high performance driving. They suggested the Pirelli P6000s and stated that they would be "fine" for street use. It is a tall tire made for a purpose other than all out performance.

I found the car undriveable. There was so much bodyroll and chassis feel was terrible.

I had them switch to Yoko A008RS in 225/60-14 and the difference was immense. The grip, turn in and response was MUCH improved.

I have had much trouble not installing racing or R compound tires on anything ever since.

LS




 



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 From: Mike Drew <MikeLDrew at aol.com>
To: Julian Kift <julian_kift at hotmail.com> 
Cc: LS <lashdeep at yahoo.com>; Jeff Detrich <jjdetrich at gmail.com>; De Tomaso List <detomaso at poca.com>; "thedrol at pobox.com" <thedrol at pobox.com> 
Sent: Monday, August 5, 2013 3:25 PM
Subject: Re: [DeTomaso] Modern 15" Tire Options
 

Julian,

You are forgetting that LS has a GT5-S. so in his case, yes. 

Ain't nuthin' wrong with a good set of Campagnolo wheels at 160 mph either....

Mike 

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On Aug 5, 2013, at 12:04, Julian Kift <julian_kift at hotmail.com> wrote:

> These area all tires available in correct width 15" diameter?
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> Subject: Re: [DeTomaso] Modern 15" Tire Options
> To: julian_kift at hotmail.com; jjdetrich at gmail.com
> CC: thedrol at pobox.com; detomaso at poca.com
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> Pirelli P Zero or Yoko AVSi
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> The Hoosier R6 and Toyo RA1/R888 also work very well.
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> I'm not questioning anyone's intentions with their own car. Everyone should enjoy it in whatever manner they see fit.
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> However, I wouldn't consider an S rated tire for any spirited driving. One can hit 120mph in such a short amount of space.
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> What about a chance encounter with a Countach or Bora on the open road? 
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> Option A - "I'd love to engage and use my 500bhp engine but my tires might fly apart at 112mph"?
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> Regardless of whether you have any intention of driving at higher speeds, everything (cornering/braking/traction) is better with a high performance tire installed.
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> To: LS <lashdeep at yahoo.com>; Jeff Detrich <jjdetrich at gmail.com> 
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> Pray tell what street legal 15" tire you are running at 160 mph? Personally I wouldn't be doing 160 on a 15" stock Campy under any circumstances.
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> Someone previously questioned the street legality and longevity of the Hoosier, Michelin TB options presented, an S rated (112 mph) tire may be enough for some folks who street drive their Pantera within national speed limits.
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> Date: Mon, 5 Aug 2013 10:30:02 -0700
> From: lashdeep at yahoo.com
> Subject: Re: [DeTomaso] Modern 15" Tire Options
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