Possible Group buy Toyo- RA1

I'm working on getting a group buy for some tires through a buddy. But to get a good discount on the tires I need enough people to buy 35 tires so the goal is 9 sets of tires. I'm not sure what the final price is going to be. I will find that information out either later today or early next week. So if your interested let me know Put down the size tire you would want.

Cost Per Tire if we can get 5 people to buy sets: $116.85 + $14.25 Per shaved tire = $131.10

Cost Per Tire if we can get 10+ people to buy sets: $110.70 + $13.50 Per shaved tire = 124.20

This price does not include the cost of shipping. Approx an additional $5-8 per tire.

through Gary

205/50-15 $120 each

225/45-15 $130 each

Shaving add $8.50 each

Shipping charges will also apply

what would be best for 16", 215/45/16 or 215/50/16?

i want at lest a set, how soon are you looking to order?

205/50-15s nonshaved. At least one set, possibly more.
TIA,
Alan

I am interested in seeing the pricing. Goodwin Racing sells 205/50-15 RA-1s for $129 mounted and balanced when you buy wheels too and Edge Racing sells them for $120. Get them down around $100 and I might bite.

does anyone in town shave tires? I think 5th gear might, but I'm not sure.

why shave when you can run them a few time then shave them =P

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Originally Posted by jeff_man

what would be best for 16", 215/45/16 or 215/50/16?

i want at lest a set, how soon are you looking to order?

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I was told it will take about 2 weeks to get them in so in order for us to get them in time last possible date would be around June 1st.

and I would go with 215/50/16

More rubber up top and a stronger sidewall.

Moved to Parts is Parts...

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Originally Posted by MiataMike

I was told it will take about 2 weeks to get them in so in order for us to get them in time last possible date would be around June 1st.

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ya but when will you need the money?

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Originally Posted by jeff_man

why shave when you can run them a few time then shave them =P

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That sounds logical, but a few sm drivers told me the tire will overheat, and blocks off tread will come off much quicker. I know its counter-intuitive, but this was recommended from previous experience. Apparently "tread squirm" makes a ton of heat.

I haven't spoken to any locals on this issue...primarily because I bought azenis in stead.

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Originally Posted by mr brg

That sounds logical, but a few sm drivers told me the tire will overheat, and blocks off tread will come off much quicker. I know its counter-intuitive, but this was recommended from previous experience. Apparently "tread squirm" makes a ton of heat.

I haven't spoken to any locals on this issue...primarily because I bought azenis in stead.

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i don't drive hard enough to over heat tires, at lest not yet

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Originally Posted by jeff_man

i don't drive hard enough to over heat tires, at lest not yet

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That's not usually the way it works...

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Originally Posted by jeff_man

ya but when will you need the money?

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I was told I would have to pay the money up front. Since they are a special order item.

I still haven't heard back from him as to how much the cost per tire will be.
Also I'm pretty sure the cost of tire if it differs from 205/50/15 there could be a cost difference.

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Originally Posted by MiataMike

I was told I would have to pay the money up front. Since they are a special order item.

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LOL again, when will that be, looking for a day or date so i can put cash to the side :D

It all depends $$$ for 15". If we can get TCB deal, than I am in.

I'd take a set in 225/45/17 if the price is right.

Ra1s are on my shopping list for later this year, but for the right price I'd commit early.
205/50-15s for me...

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Originally Posted by gabkwong

It all depends $$$ for 15". If we can get TCB deal, than I am in.

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+1

Price it shaved plz.

I'm gonna need 'em - Eagles Canyon is doing a few member-only weekends before opening... for only the (spread amongst the members attending) costs for the corner workers and ambulance.

RJ

If the price is right, I'm in.

Maybe look on the SCCA forums since the miata shares lots of common sizes. I picked up a set of 6/32 RA1's from a guy on the Evo forum in 255/40/17 for my RX-8 for around 85 a piece.