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Old 06-03-2011, 12:13 PM
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look what I got yesterday.
I have one more set on the way.


any one know how long these things last?
Old 06-03-2011, 12:51 PM
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If you are using them for track only, Shave them first. Unshaved they will chunk up and fall apart if the car is drivin hard enough. Shaved for track use they will last a long time however that is always a loaded question. It all depends on your driving, car set up, track conditions, weather and more.
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Originally Posted by GT Racing Tires
If you are using them for track only, Shave them first. Unshaved they will chunk up and fall apart if the car is drivin hard enough. Shaved for track use they will last a long time however that is always a loaded question. It all depends on your driving, car set up, track conditions, weather and more.
Ok I will be using them on the track only.
The track that I drive on is very abrasive.
The car is setup with a very aggressive tow and camber.
My driving style is very aggressive as well.
So you say if I don't shave them they will chunk on me?
And if I do shave then they will last much longer.
How about the grip factor. Thanks for the info
BTW I will be buying some from you soon.
Jim
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O yea and I forgot to ask how do you shave them?
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you buy them already shaved. Don't worry you should be fine. They are about as good as other intermediate tires, but the high tread blocks can be problematic.
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Originally Posted by 68strat
O yea and I forgot to ask how do you shave them?
call local race shops ask where they can be shaved...these things last a LOOOONG time

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