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Old 16-08-2005, 03:53 PM
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the falkans are $285 a pop
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Old 16-08-2005, 03:55 PM
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are the RE070's going to be available in 18/225/40??

i like them alot.

Hows the prices compared to a falken ST615?
They only come in 225/45-17 as Bridgestone bring them in only for the 05 STi
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Old 16-08-2005, 03:59 PM
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i must admit im happy with the tread wear on the potenza re070's, though i'm probably looking at conti-sport contacts next time.
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Old 17-08-2005, 11:06 AM
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bit out of left field but has anyone considered putting tires with more grip on the front and tires with less grip on the back to get a bit more oversteer?
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Old 17-08-2005, 11:48 AM
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what happens when you want to rotate your tyres ? :P
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Old 17-08-2005, 12:14 PM
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Better off getting more oversteer by adjusting rear toe, ride heights, damper settings, spring rates or sway bars.
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Old 17-08-2005, 06:03 PM
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bit out of left field but has anyone considered putting tires with more grip on the front and tires with less grip on the back to get a bit more oversteer?

you've been playing gt4 too much pete!
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Old 18-08-2005, 11:44 AM
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you've been playing gt4 too much pete!
did I tell you I got a 5:52 round the ring??
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Old 18-08-2005, 06:01 PM
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no, you didnt...looks like i have to go back to the drawing board :P
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