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Old Jun 26, 2007 | 09:30 PM
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I have a 560rwhp 04Z06.I love the handleing of the car with the F1's. The problem is these tires just can't hook up.Researching tires it sounds like nitto NT-01 all around might be good.Please any suggestions.
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Old Jun 27, 2007 | 12:24 PM
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I have a 560rwhp 04Z06.I love the handleing of the car with the F1's. The problem is these tires just can't hook up.Researching tires it sounds like nitto NT-01 all around might be good.Please any suggestions.
Yes, try something with a low wear rating. The Nitto RRRII road race tire is rated at 100 compared to the F1's at 220. Think the NT-01 might be even softer.

Just keep in mind that soft tire pick up things like nails a lot more than a passenger tire would do so. Stay clear of construction sites!!
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Old Jun 27, 2007 | 12:41 PM
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The Nitto's are a huge improvement over the F1's. I put the Nitto 555 RII's on, and my car stuck like glue on the track. Especially after sliding around on the F1's! After 6 track days and about 2,000 street miles, I replaced the rears with the NT01's. They are a bit wider 315, and held up great at Moroso road course 2 weeks ago. I'm happy!!
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Old Jun 27, 2007 | 02:26 PM
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The NT01's are a great, and I mean GREAT roadracing tire. Not alot comes close in terms of grip and quality!!


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