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Old Nov 3, 2005 | 10:33 AM
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Need new tires for my 2002 ZO6. A friend is recommending Toyo's. Any comments?
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Old Nov 3, 2005 | 11:02 AM
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i have the toyo T1-R's.. i like them better over the stock runflats.. less noisey

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Old Nov 3, 2005 | 12:14 PM
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Love my Toyos -- smooth & quiet ride -- a good choice.
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Old Nov 3, 2005 | 12:44 PM
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When I bought my car it came with TOYO's. It suuuuure rides smoooooth!!!!
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Old Nov 3, 2005 | 01:00 PM
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Get the R1A's in 275/40 17 and 305/35 18 for your Z06 and you'll be very, very happy.

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Old Nov 3, 2005 | 02:00 PM
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They are fine, just not as much dry pavement grip according to test reports as others. .
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I have heard that the RA1's are very similar to the Nitto 555RII's in performance, make sure to get them in the 275 and 305 sizes as they will fit fine. I have the Nitto RII's and they do well for an R Compound tire as they are great for track days and WONDERFUL on the street. Just remember they probably will only last you 7k or so, but it is SO worth it!
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I have Toyo's, they ride and handle very nice. Much smoother and great grip.
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Originally Posted by 1stC5weiss
I have Toyo's, they ride and handle very nice. Much smoother and great grip.
I liked the set on the 97 car so much, i took off the supercars on the 99 frc and put onToyo,s
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My next set of tires will be Toyo Proxes RA-1's. Next spring I think.
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Just put the T1-R's on in September. What a difference in noise and smoothness. Thought I was in a different car. Would recommend them anytime.

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Thanks Guys! Got my Toyos installed tody and they really do feel better than the F-1's
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