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Dec 16, 2009 6:22:38 GMT -6
Post by kapat12724 on Dec 16, 2009 6:22:38 GMT -6
I am new to the track, and have been driving my BMW 135i in DE events, open lapping days, and autocross, since September. I recently bought a 1990 Miata, and have a couple of things that need to be done before I can drive it on the track. I need tires, and struts. I don't plan on turning it into a "strictly race car" for a while, so need to keep it street legal. I have 14" rims, and want to stay with those for now. What would be the best (safety, performance and value), recommendation for a tire this size, that is OK for the track and street, and also for struts??
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Dec 16, 2009 7:44:54 GMT -6
Post by ccarver on Dec 16, 2009 7:44:54 GMT -6
I think we spoke before. You are friends with Rusty Jr.? If you are the same person, and if you are not. Welcome anyway! Tires for both the street and the track are a give and take situation. Any tire that is going to hold up to the drive to and from the track will not be the Best tire for the track. But that being said, you can really get a tire that will hold up and give you great feel for both. The track is a dealer for Khumo tires and they make a SPT tire that is killer for both duties. Email Chris@CircuitGrandBayou.com for sizes and pricing. As far as struts go, you can usually pick up some used Spec Miata stuff on most of the forums, some of the SM guys might be better help for that. I know that I run Koni Sports with Ground Control adjustable springs on all of my race cars. Hope this helps. If you need more info just ask. Thanks, Carver www.chriscarvermotorsports.com/
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Dec 16, 2009 8:55:59 GMT -6
Post by hpmowog on Dec 16, 2009 8:55:59 GMT -6
If you're looking to get started with some inexpensive tires, I've got a set of Falken Azenis 185-14's on early Miata alloy wheels. The tires are a few years old but only have a thousand or so street miles on them. I sold the car and don't need them any more. I'm asking only $200 for the set.
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Dec 16, 2009 11:46:19 GMT -6
Post by kapat12724 on Dec 16, 2009 11:46:19 GMT -6
Yes, that is me. I bought my Miata from Rusty.
The adjustable Koni struts were recommended, but Chris Wilkins said that I would be OK going back to OEM specs for now, if I wasn't going to upgrade my spring rates.
I will get back to you on the tires. My husband wanted to get them for me for Christmas, and I think is reading Miata forums trying to find out the same info I am. I will talk to him about what you have, and let you know.
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Dec 16, 2009 14:37:21 GMT -6
Post by kapat12724 on Dec 16, 2009 14:37:21 GMT -6
Carver,
YES, I will buy your tires and wheels! How/when can we do this transaction?
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Dec 16, 2009 14:50:51 GMT -6
Post by hpmowog on Dec 16, 2009 14:50:51 GMT -6
It's not Carver who's got the tires, it's me. I am in Covington. I'll contact you by PM with contact details.
Thanks
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Dec 16, 2009 14:59:08 GMT -6
Post by kapat12724 on Dec 16, 2009 14:59:08 GMT -6
Just found that out. This is my first time ever participating in a forum, so I'm a little slow navigating the system.
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Dec 16, 2009 16:18:21 GMT -6
Post by ccarver on Dec 16, 2009 16:18:21 GMT -6
Just found that out. This is my first time ever participating in a forum, so I'm a little slow navigating the system. No worries with that. Most of the members are old dogs and have trouble navigating the track, much less the forums. Glad to have some new intrest and hope we are helping you move along in your car prep.
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Dec 20, 2009 9:16:50 GMT -6
Post by 944racer on Dec 20, 2009 9:16:50 GMT -6
Who you callin' old? ![???](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/huh.png)
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Dec 20, 2009 15:22:05 GMT -6
Post by racinmoose on Dec 20, 2009 15:22:05 GMT -6
Well if the grey beard and grey ponytail fits..............
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Dec 23, 2009 3:39:59 GMT -6
Post by ccarver on Dec 23, 2009 3:39:59 GMT -6
Who you callin' old? ![???](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/huh.png) No body called you out. But you damn sure did JUMP when someone said old guy. Feeling a touch of arthritis in those typing fingers?
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Dec 23, 2009 6:34:09 GMT -6
Post by turbot on Dec 23, 2009 6:34:09 GMT -6
I have old tires...... ;D
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Dec 28, 2009 10:02:45 GMT -6
Post by 944racer on Dec 28, 2009 10:02:45 GMT -6
Who you callin' old? ![???](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/huh.png) No body called you out. But you damn sure did JUMP when someone said old guy. Feeling a touch of arthritis in those typing fingers? Some days my whole dang body ![:-/](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/undecided.png) But I can still navigate my way around the track ;D
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Dec 28, 2009 10:33:45 GMT -6
Post by hpmowog on Dec 28, 2009 10:33:45 GMT -6
Some days my whole dang body ![:-/](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/undecided.png) But I can still navigate my way around the track ;D And sometimes through the grass and mud ;D
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Dec 29, 2009 17:42:45 GMT -6
Post by 944racer on Dec 29, 2009 17:42:45 GMT -6
Some days my whole dang body ![:-/](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/undecided.png) But I can still navigate my way around the track ;D And sometimes through the grass and mud ;D And sometimes not, even with GPS ![???](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/huh.png)
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