Autocross guys - closeout prices on RE-01Rs

[maximumyin]

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=Bridgestone&tireModel=Potenza+RE-01R&partnum=345WR7RE01R&vehicleSearch=false&fromCompare1=yes&place=0

At least for my sizing, cheaper than even the Dunlop Z1 Star Specs. Now you have no excuse for not having a competitive ST-class tire! :unamused:

Update: looks like they got more in!

[-=The Boss=-]

how are these for a DD?

[maximumyin]

how are these for a DD?

Not sure, I've run on the Falken Azenis RT-615 and I thought they were a great 3 season tire (if you run these in winter you're out of your mind). People say that the RE-01R is a nicer tire overall and to live with than the RT-615.

Tires are disappearing fast, my size just ran out. :(

[-=The Boss=-]

boo!!

[Nate8409]

Nice! I am done with this type of tire though. I am going to get some race tires.

[mdungelman]

Awesome prices they have there.

[Bu11dogg2]

CHEAP!!

Half the price, just as good VVVVV :)

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=Sumitomo&tireModel=HTR+Z&partnum=345WR7HTRZ&vehicleSearch=false&fromCompare1=yes&place=0

[method]

They sold out of the size I wanted within several hours. BOO...

[Kevin]

damn I'm looking for 255/40/17's

I guess I'm still gonna go with the star specs then.

[TurboRush]

hmm... wagon needs new summer tires...

[TurboRush]

goddamn... sold out... so much for that.

[Murphy2012]

I just went to get some as well, I can get one of what I need..... :unamused:

[Robk0000]

Im going push the fender lip out a little, making it flared a tad. i dont think 245's will fit on 7.5" wheels would they?

[Murphy2012]

Nope....you get ahold of some?!

[Robk0000]

Not yet, $99 each brandy new on trierack. I just need to get some 8" whee;s

[Murphy2012]

No theyre not.

[Robk0000]

sorry i meant $95 each.


245/45R17 Bridgestone Potenza RE-01R Blackwall (http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=Bridgestone&tireModel=Potenza+RE-01R&partnum=445WR7RE01R&i1_Qty=4)
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The specially-priced closeout items you are buying are first quality products covered by applicable manufacturers' limited warranties. They are, however, available in limited quantities at this time and are not expected to be available in the future.
In Stock (http://www.tirerack.com/cart/est_avail.jsp?av=In Stock) 012345678 $95.00$380.00
Total:$380.00

[Murphy2012]

Check out these (http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1705019) Rob.

[Robk0000]

215's arent going to cut it anymore under abuse. I maybe interested in those if they dont sell though. Good price and good tires.

[Kevin]

just ordered some 245's for 95 each I guess they restocked them yay!!! lol

[Robk0000]

THat is an amazing price! i really need to get them to fit 7.5"s

[Kevin]

they called me and I got 255/40/17 for 79 a tire instead but there coming from arizona.

so I advise everyone to call them and ask what tires they can get.

[Rooster]

Holy crap, thanks for the heads up!

245/45-17's for $78 a piece!

[maximumyin]

235/45s back in stock and I just ordered! Get em while they're hot!

[Murphy2012]

Got a set of 245/45's today!

[maximumyin]

Got a set of 245/45's today!

Dammit, thought I'd be able to out-tire you :lol:

...stupid 5x100 7.5 wide BBSs...

[Murphy2012]

LOL. Got the 17x8's now! :D You still out suspension me with the Teins. My RCE's/Tokico Setup is damn close though, just not as stiff! Also getting camber bolts for the front. :D Working for Exeter Subaru has it's benefits!

[maximumyin]

LOL. Got the 17x8's now! :D You still out suspension me with the Teins. My RCE's/Tokico Setup is damn close though, just not as stiff! Also getting camber bolts for the front. :D Working for Exeter Subaru has it's benefits!

Negative... the Teins are gone, KW Variant 1s are in because I'm a pansy who couldn't handle 550lb springs on a daily basis. :spin:

I want RPF-1s pretty bad, but decided I wanted a protune more. I'm a whore I know...

[Murphy2012]

I am protuning sometime soon I hope. KW's = YUM. Wish I could get a set, that or the TiC coils. Same deal with me, can't deal with the heavy spring rates year round, especially in Lakes Region/Southern NH.

[maximumyin]

I am protuning sometime soon I hope. KW's = YUM. Wish I could get a set, that or the TiC coils. Same deal with me, can't deal with the heavy spring rates year round, especially in Lakes Region/Southern NH.

I've been really happy with my KWs doing moderate street driving on winter tires. I know I'm going to pay the price at AutoX though, I don't think it'll be the same. My back thanks me though.

TiCs make me swoon, I'd love to drive a car with them on so I could compare with the KWs. Get a set so we can find out! :D

Is it April yet?

[Murphy2012]

I know I can't wait! I would love to get a set, just cant afford them. :( They dont even come with top hats.....Maybe someday. I am sure the car will handle great nonetheless man. I am pretty sure 450/300 (or somewhere in that ballpark) are the optimal Impreza Rates.

[maximumyin]

I know I can't wait! I would love to get a set, just cant afford them. :( They dont even come with top hats.....Maybe someday. I am sure the car will handle great nonetheless man. I am pretty sure 450/300 (or somewhere in that ballpark) are the optimal Impreza Rates.

IMHO stock STi or Group N top hats are enough. Camber plates are nice and all, but I don't run crazy negative camber (enough for bolts handle) but the difference in feel between a rubber mount and a metal plate isn't enough for me to put up with the extra NVH. Maybe I'm just getting old... :lol:

[Kevin]

Holy crap, thanks for the heads up!

245/45-17's for $78 a piece!

no those are 95 each

the 255/40/17's that I ended up getting were 78 or 79 it ended up being 420 shipped from arizona.

[Murphy2012]

No, they have them for 78 a piece too, I just bought some today. :) Dot 2005

[Kevin]

oh lol

I'm tempted to buy another set or two right now

[The Stig]

ugggh tempted

[Kevin]

do it!!!!

[Robk0000]

235"s on 7.5" wheel okay or too big?

[Nate8409]

I am putting 275's on an 8" wheel.

[Robk0000]

thats crazy.

[Kevin]

i'll be running 255's on a 8" wheel as a daily driver. I don't think 275's are that crazy lol. I had 18" wide tires on 12" wheels on my old truck lol

[Rooster]

Mine showed up today... :)


BTW, can you use RE01R's as a daily tire? I thought you couldnt due to heat cycling..?

[Robk0000]

^i would be dd on them too. Good question, i need dd tires along with somehting that can handle abuse on the weekend.

[Bu11dogg2]

Murphy got his today :) what a steal!!!

[Murphy2012]

:D I have read from Tirerack reviews that they are acceptable as a DD/Weekend Warrior Tire.

[Rooster]

Yup, just heard from my buddy Nick up in VT. He states they are a great DD tire, if rotated regularly.


Since my WRX is just a weekend warrior car, I'm all set.

[Rooster]

BTW, so is Exeter Subi having a great deal on Mount&balance now?

:) hint hint.

[Murphy2012]

The 245's I just got have about a 8.7" contact patch and are 10 inches wide!

[Rooster]

yeah, we may be rolling fenders sooner than we thought...

[Robk0000]

whats the chance of sticking 245's on my wheels with no fender rubbage?

[Murphy2012]

I am not even sure I wont be rolling. I'm going to mount them in the next week or so and see what fits.

[Rooster]

Was playing around with mine in the den. I'm psyched!

[Robk0000]

got mine today, getting these to fit and not rub is going to be a challenge.

Can we push the fender wall out with your roller or is it only good for bending the lip in? I read online you have cut the lip and then bend or something?

We can experiment. :)

[Kevin]

just got mine today also woooot!

[Nate8409]

Nope not crazy but unfortunately you don't get the performance you want from the tire. With a rim too skinny and a tire too wide you are not able to take full advantage of the tires contact patch. You get the ballon effect.

i'll be running 255's on a 8" wheel as a daily driver. I don't think 275's are that crazy lol. I had 18" wide tires on 12" wheels on my old truck lol

[Kevin]

I'am trying to figure out what color to power coat the slipstreams I will be mounting them on.

[Kevin]

Nope not crazy but unfortunately you don't get the performance you want from the tire. With a rim too skinny and a tire too wide you are not able to take full advantage of the tires contact patch. You get the ballon effect.


well tire rack lied to me lol and all they had was the 245's so that's what I got and there going on my 8.5" rota's

[Robk0000]

wanna trade for 7.5" rotas? lol

[Kevin]

naaa lol mine are 5X114 anyways

[Seraphinwolf]

Someone lend me money to buy the 245/45/18's! :lol:
-Gaddis

[wagonmafia]

tada!!!!
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y116/67GTOchick/P3140012-1.jpg

[Robk0000]

got them on already?

[wagonmafia]

delivered today!! had to, sold my other sets of wheels.

[squeethebee]

Is there anything bad with getting some that say "2005 Production"? I'm thinking about getting some of the 225/50-16's for my wagon. Also, those are gonna run like a mofo I think, gotta check that fender rolling thread, lol.

ed

[Seraphinwolf]

^^ all depends on how there were stored and the quality of the rubber used to make them. Likely nothing wrong with them. I'm having a hard time of finding a cheap set of 17's and throwing on my puny 215's on them for summer or spending the money for good tires. I still want to get those 245/45/18's I don't care if they throw off my speedo that much. I mostly want them for the Impreza when it's running anyways and I was gonna speedo correct it too.
-Gaddis

[wagonmafia]

that size will not throw off your speedo. its within the 3% overall radius.

[squeethebee]

Yar, shipping from nevada is over 100 bucks, might look into the tires bu11dogg suggested instead.

ed

[Rooster]

My Drag's showed up the other day. They'll get mounted this weekend. Hopefully without any rubbing...