Possible Group buy Toyo- RA1

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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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This is true. Running on dry track conditions, a tire with a tread pattern like an RA-1 will typically last longer when shaved, and it will offer more consistent grip over its lifetime. Because the tread pattern has a lot of void compared to more modern competition tires, it has more tread squirm at full tread, and this squirm not only contributes to more unpredictable handling from the car, but it also greatly increases the tire's temperature.

Heat cycling is another good recommendation for competition tires. This involves bringing the tires up to a uniform temperature of about 150 degrees, then letting them cool and rest for approximately 48 hours. This allows the molecular bonds in the rubber to be broken and reformed, and it also promotes longer tire life and more consistent grip over the lifespan of the tire.

Todd Eady's Discount Tire in Carrolton offers both heat cycling and tread shaving on site, iirc.

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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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In my experience, it is typically newbies that overheat tires more than anyone, because they tend to overdrive the car more. :wink:

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Originally Posted by altiain

In my experience, it is typically newbies that overheat tires more than anyone, because they tend to overdrive the car more. :wink:

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:oops: guess I'm getting some shaved

Ok, heres the verdict on what we can get at a group buy

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.

Approximate delievery time less than 1 week.

Anyone thats interested post the size tire you want.

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Originally Posted by MiataMike

Anyone thats interested post the size tire you want.

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1 set of 205/50-15 Shaved.

RJ

I have a line on something else, so I am probably out.

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Originally Posted by Titus

I have a line on something else, so I am probably out.

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I will find out tomorrow if we can include other types of tires in the order at a discounted price as well. But I won't find out about that until tomorrow when I talk to the owner So put down what you want and I'll ask tomorrow when I talk to the big guy

i wont have th money tell after tdr@msr so I'm out, if you get some after then let me know

Also we can still get the discounts on the tires if anyone wants other types of tires (price will vary depending on tire size) Prices shown are for 205/50/15

BF Goodrich R1 $201
Hankook Z211 $110 (16" rim)
HanKook Z212 $77

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Originally Posted by MiataMike

Also we can still get the discounts on the tires if anyone wants other types of tires (price will vary depending on tire size) Prices shown are for 205/50/15

BF Goodrich R1 $201
Hankook Z211 $110 (16" rim)
HanKook Z212 $77

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Why is the 16" size so much? It's only 79 at edge racing. Do you offer good prices on 225/5016 and 245/45/16?

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Originally Posted by CosmosMpower

Why is the 16" size so much? It's only 79 at edge racing. Do you offer good prices on 225/5016 and 245/45/16?

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+1 on the 16". I am not sure on exact size until my buddy gets back with me.

I might have got the tires mixed up I'd have to double check back with him. We only talked about 5 different types of tires. Perhaps we should just stick with the ToYo tires. Just to keep things simple

I need a set of non-shaved 205/50-15 and if they have a set of 225/45-15 for a 15 x 8 rim. What would be the price on the 225/45-15 shaved?

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Originally Posted by smartmx5

I need a set of non-shaved 205/50-15 and if they have a set of 225/45-15 for a 15 x 8 rim. What would be the price on the 225/45-15 shaved?

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You want to get two sets of tires?

4 tires @ 205/50/15
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4 tires @ 225/45/15

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Originally Posted by MiataMike

You want to get two sets of tires?

4 tires @ 205/50/15
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4 tires @ 225/45/15

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MiataMike,

Definite on the 205/50-15 non shaved (for rains).

Would like price on 225/45-15 shaved.
Thanks,
Alan

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Originally Posted by smartmx5

MiataMike,

Definite on the 205/50-15 non shaved (for rains).

Would like price on 225/45-15 shaved.
Thanks,
Alan

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If we get enough people to purchase 40 tires this is what it will be.

225/45/15
$120.60 for the tire + $13.50 for shaving = $134.10 + the cost of shipping

If we only get enough to purchase 20 tires this is what it will be.

225/45/15

$127.30 for the tire + 14.25 for shaving = $141.55 +the cost of shipping.

through Gary

205/50-15 $120 each

225/45-15 $130 each

Shaving add $8.50 each

Shipping charges will also apply