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21 Jun 2003, 09:05 (Ref:638291) | #1 | ||
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Trackday rubber for a novice
I'm about to undertake my first full trackday (Llandow) in a seven type kitcar as a novice and was wondering about tyre choice.
I've got hold of a spare set of wheels 5.5x14" (to save my normal tyres)which I'm going to shod with some suitable rubber. Trouble is I don't want to go to the expense of spending hundreds of £££££'s as I'll only be doing 2-3 days a year. I've heard that the cheapest solution is to use very worn normal road tyres. Is this true ? or am I going to make an arse of myself ? If true which ones should I look for at my local part worn emporium? Next cheapest solution is some used purpose made rubber (yoko's or Avons) Which ones and where from? If I get the bug and want to do more events then I'll smash that piggy bank and get some new hoops ! Cheers Clanger |
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21 Jun 2003, 10:19 (Ref:638318) | #2 | ||
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We run road tyres on our car for the track and worn is best. New rubber with a lot of tread can get hot and all the rubber moves around a little.
For the Pirellis P6000 (and P Zeros) about 3mm of tread seems good (in the dry). Although I use a very different car - much heavier and more power - quick(ish) on the striaghts, slow in the corners (the opposite of yours?). At first I'd go for a cheap reliable option. Buying a good set of (almost) racing tyres will be wasted on you (no offense). When you get into it see how you feel. P.S. Welcome to ten-tenths, I hope we get to hear about your experiences here soon. |
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22 Jun 2003, 13:26 (Ref:639134) | #3 | ||
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Thanks Adam
Part worn's it is then. Cheers |
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