Chris GTO TT Posted March 8, 2015 Author Share Posted March 8, 2015 Sooo...why 205s on an 8" wheel? Why not skinnier wheel or wider tires? Apparently in this tire size and class 205s run more like 235s I was extremely skeptical about putting such a 'narrow' tire on such a wide wheel. However it fits great and only has the slightest hint of being stretched. These tires are significantly wider than the 215s on my Legacy. 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodan Posted March 8, 2015 Share Posted March 8, 2015 It varies quite a bit, even in the ultra performance tires... Here's Nitto NT-01 v. Dunlop ZII (1st gen), both 205/50-15, on the same 15x8 wheel: http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y185/RodanAZ/Miata/DSC_7355_zpse9e96004.jpg http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y185/RodanAZ/Miata/DSC_7354_zps380be2a3.jpg You can see the Dunlop is much narrower because of the very square shoulder on the Nitto. IIRC it measured at almost an inch difference in the tread, though the section width was very close. Those Bridgstones are PHAT! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris GTO TT Posted March 8, 2015 Author Share Posted March 8, 2015 My friend and I spent the day yesterday taking the V-Maxx Classics from the 1990 Miata and installed them the 2001. I had to order new longer front springs since Flyin' Miata recommends them for the heavier 01-05 Miata's. I'm waiting for the front to settle in before I really mess with the height adjustment as I think it's riding a little high for now. However I suspect it will settle down to where I want it. Now for some pics http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag459/christobal65/Miata%20Stuff/2015-03-08%2011.07.09_zpsjye9eppr.jpg http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag459/christobal65/Miata%20Stuff/2015-03-08%2011.07.24_zpszqruv0rq.jpg http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag459/christobal65/Miata%20Stuff/2015-03-08%2011.08.02_zpshfdnftko.jpg 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodan Posted March 8, 2015 Share Posted March 8, 2015 Now we're talkin'! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZZMAN Posted March 8, 2015 Share Posted March 8, 2015 Enjoy! I've had mine nearly 15 years, love every minute with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fredrik94087 Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 There is one tire I don't see in your pics, and I just checked the website and they make one in your size. http://www.falkentire.com/tires/car-tires/azenis-rt615k-tire This tire (newer compound compared to two years ago), is as good as the NT01 at the limit, but also allows quick response. "It's within spec" - SOA "Depth is only shallowness viewed from the side." - Fredism "So, how much did it cost for your car to be undriveable ." - Stephen (very close friend) "You have done so much it would be stupid to go back." - Sunny of Guru Electronics 2018Q50RS | 2015WrxThread | Shrek Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris GTO TT Posted March 9, 2015 Author Share Posted March 9, 2015 There is one tire I don't see in your pics, and I just checked the website and they make one in your size. http://www.falkentire.com/tires/car-tires/azenis-rt615k-tire This tire (newer compound compared to two years ago), is as good as the NT01 at the limit, but also allows quick response. I looked at the 615k's but Falken recommends heat cycling them and I just didn't want to have to deal with that. 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fredrik94087 Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 I looked at the 615k's but Falken recommends heat cycling them and I just didn't want to have to deal with that. Funny...I never heat cycled mine. I drove on them, then I tracked them a few times, and I am still driving them. They are the best summer tire I have ever owned. A bit scary in the wet (55mph max). I only bought the NT01s because I thought they would grip better. They were heat cycled. Those tires are for someone with finesse. If you like to throw your car around, they don't work very well. The RE11As you just got have quicker response too. The falkens fall into the same category as the DZII and the AD08R, so I didn't bother with heat cycling. And, they were not too many choices in 275/40/17 for street and track. I really wanted DZII or AD08R. "It's within spec" - SOA "Depth is only shallowness viewed from the side." - Fredism "So, how much did it cost for your car to be undriveable ." - Stephen (very close friend) "You have done so much it would be stupid to go back." - Sunny of Guru Electronics 2018Q50RS | 2015WrxThread | Shrek Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris GTO TT Posted March 9, 2015 Author Share Posted March 9, 2015 The wet traction and hydroplane resistance is part of the reason I really wanted the RE-11A. All of the other Extreme Performance tire reviews Tire Rack did indicated poor hydroplane resistance in the BFG Rivals, Direzza II's and the AD08R's. 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhitter Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 (edited) When is your first track day scheduled for? Edited March 10, 2015 by Rhitter My OBXT build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris GTO TT Posted March 10, 2015 Author Share Posted March 10, 2015 I have an autox on the 28th but no track days scheduled until October. I still need a roll hoop for the NB, before I'm willing to schedule any track days sooner. 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Donated bucko3the7man Posted March 11, 2015 I Donated Share Posted March 11, 2015 I have an autox on the 28th but no track days scheduled until October. I still need a roll hoop for the NB, before I'm willing to schedule any track days sooner. Lots of tracks won't let you on track without a roll bar in a convertible too. Check on that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris GTO TT Posted March 11, 2015 Author Share Posted March 11, 2015 Lots of tracks won't let you on track without a roll bar in a convertible too. Check on that That's what I was saying. I have until October to get an approved roll hoop installed, but autox doesn't require one. 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxkita Posted March 12, 2015 Share Posted March 12, 2015 Check the club rules. I got turned away with the spec miata (full cage & a hardtop) because convertible. I've never been back to that club. ID10ts Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris GTO TT Posted March 12, 2015 Author Share Posted March 12, 2015 The autox is SCCA run. My understanding is the SCCA doesn't require a roll hoop for autox but if you do have a hoop it must meet full SCCA specs. 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris GTO TT Posted March 19, 2015 Author Share Posted March 19, 2015 Front suspension never settled the way I expected it to so I had to lower the front nearly an inch to get the rake corrected. It was raked the reversed before and apparently the high cut off due to that really pissed off a late 90's Civic EX last night because they spent most of the trip home from my parents last night they were doing 25 in a 45 on a 2 lane road. Here is how it sits now. http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag459/christobal65/Miata%20Stuff/IMG_20150318_192903_zpspuwimnmb.jpg 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhitter Posted March 19, 2015 Share Posted March 19, 2015 Those wheels and tires look awesome. My OBXT build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris GTO TT Posted March 19, 2015 Author Share Posted March 19, 2015 Thanks I'm quite happy with them 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GipsySpec.B Posted March 20, 2015 Share Posted March 20, 2015 Your thread makes me really miss my old 99 10AE. couldn't find any other photos aside from when she was getting new shoes... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris GTO TT Posted March 20, 2015 Author Share Posted March 20, 2015 I love the 99AE just wish they didn't hold their value so well. A 99AE would have been like 3k more than what I spent in my 01. 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris GTO TT Posted March 20, 2015 Author Share Posted March 20, 2015 Alignment done to Flyin Miata specs ready for autox next Saturday 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris GTO TT Posted March 28, 2015 Author Share Posted March 28, 2015 SCCA Autocross tomorrow... Classing is a pain in the ass, but I'm 90% sure I should run STR. 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodan Posted March 28, 2015 Share Posted March 28, 2015 I've always hated AutoX classing... if you do the typical enthusiast mods to a car you end up classed with the trailer and hoosiers set... Good luck, and let us know how it goes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris GTO TT Posted March 29, 2015 Author Share Posted March 29, 2015 Had a great time today I went quicker than my goal for the day. I'll be pulling videos tomorrow morning. 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris GTO TT Posted March 29, 2015 Author Share Posted March 29, 2015 (edited) Required video post... Edited March 29, 2015 by Chris GTO TT 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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