I just ordered a set of Star Specs to replace the clapped out Azenis 615's that came on a slightly used set of OEM AP2 wheels. They are replacing a set of all seasons that came on the car when I bought it on AP2 wheels (now I have two sets, one for the 2-3 month mild winters that we get with occasional light snow and ice). I can't wait for them get here and have them installed. I went with original sizes after trying out the Azenis which were 225/255's. It just doesn't feel as nimble for some reason with those wider tires.

What tire pressures are you guys running? It will be a DD and occasional HPDE/ autcross car.

 

32 psi cold is good.

 

Great, thanks.

 

No big deal, but you might have tried CR sizes: 215 front, 255 rear.

I run 32-34 psi cold on the street. At the track, IIRC, 30 front/28 rear cold. Actually I start a little high at 32/30 and bleed down to 38psi hot.

AutoX cold pressures would presumably be a bit higher.

 

You also have to break in the tires. It normally takes about 300 to 500 miles.

 

thanks, again. i really appreciate all the great information.

 

i just had the star specs installed yesterday. i only have about 20 miles on them, but it was all in monsoon type rain conditions. i gotta sya that i'm impressed with the hydroplane resistance. almost as good or equal to the goodyear eagle f1 gs d3's that i had another car.

more importantly, ALWAYS CHECK YOUR TIRE PRESSURES, even if you trust your installers as much as i do. i just checked the cold pressures after letting it sit overnight. i had readings of 30.7, 31.3, 30.5 and 54.5. 54.5!!!! holy crap.

 

Somebody fell asleep at the pump.