Brakes Wheels 1st Gen Tires Most liked posts in thread: Summer Tire Time - Dunlop Direzza ZII Star Spec?

Not near a computer to confirm, but seem to recall that Michelin Pilot Super Sports were less expensive the last time I priced tires. I do know that the Michelins have a 30K mile warranty. Don't believe the Dunlops do.

 

Anybody have any info on the new Bridgestone RE-71R.
Tread looks a bit Direzza-like. Tire Rack is offering them as available in early March.
They come in 205/50/16, 205/55/16, 205/45/17 and 215/45/17 + others.


http://en.responsejp.com/article/2014/12/08/239192.html

 

Doug.... Nathan will never be able to hear those quiet tires....

 

Nathan just buy what you know since you made a set of Star Specs last 4 years. I mean that's 2 years longer than me and we both drive about the same amount a year and really push the tires at the Dragon.

 

Those Stoners look very cool!

 

If you prioritize dry weather handling over anything else, here is a good summary of the current Extreme Performance Summer Tires.

[ame="https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=44U4hDaGxc4"]Tire Rack - Extreme Performance Summer Tires - YouTube[/ame]

 

Direzza ZII vs Direzza ZII Star Spec

I know the Star Spec seems to be better, but it is also more expensive. Im saving about 100 going with the ZII.
How much more significant are the Star Spec. I "might" be doing auto crossing. But i do drive spirited
Opinions?

 

ZII are just last years (2014) tire and the Star Spec ZII's are the 2015 version. Not much difference but a little improved grip for an already very good gripping tire.

The original Dunlop Autocross tire was just called "Star Specs" until the ZII's were released 2 years ago.

You can not go wrong with either one.

 

anyone care to comment on 215/40/r17 vs 215/45/r17 ? our R53 is on stock R90 17x7 wheels

if 45's wont rub I'm also considering bridgestone re-71r

 

If your car is at stock height, go with the 45's.

 

Mine is lowered a bit on the TSW V1 springs and look perfect IMO.......:cornut:

 

Nathan, kinda a reverse blessing to that statement. Should be some new rubber next spring, perhaps another set of custom wheels.

Don