That's the exact sizes I have been thinking about... really appreciate the feedback!

And thank you Seattle for updating!

 

honestly didn't know the car recorded that.

 

Great looking car. Have fun with it. Yes this car has an amazing feel from the factory. The deilvery like you said is just amazing.

 

Oh, sorry, wasn't trying to sound snide. From what I have seen, Over-revs are a hotly debated subject, to the point of almost becoming an "oil thread" among some PCar guys. There are debates about Level 2 over-rev implications, legitimacy, etc.

 

So I’ve made a few changes to the car. I had to take the GT2 spoiler off to better secure it. While it was off, I decided the original spoiler looked a little more refined – so it went back on.

As well, the 19” Champions were too big, and I couldn’t find a set of forged 18s that I couldn’t live without… so I ordered a set of Forgestars “raw” to put on in the meantime.





I took the wheels to a local powder coater, who showed me a color called “black chrome”. Obviously not actual black chrome, but a neat color for sure. I didn’t think I wanted gloss, until he showed me a sample – and I was sold. Strapped set of Yoko Advan Neovas on them in 235/40 and 295/30. Here they are on the car (keep in mind, this was shot with a wide angle lens that distorts the camber slightly):







I’m actually pleasantly surprised by how well they turned out. Not sure that I will replace them now, unless I come across a killer set of forged wheels someone is getting rid of.

Next up: coilovers. Need to get rid of the 4x4 look. Probably won’t track the car, but if I do, it would only be a DE day here and there… so not looking for a race setup. May go the tried and true PSS10 route. Would have preferred a more cost effective solution though!

 

Looks great. How do you like the Yoks and why did you go with 235s up front?

I'm getting these EXACT same tires installed tomorrow!

 

The car had B-stone RE050s on it, which really aren't comparable. The Neovas seem like they have near endless grip in the turns. Very predictable traction near the limit (in my modest opinion).

I went 235 front for few reasons, in no particular order:

1) The car had 235s on it when I purchased it, and the front had good front end feel, so I didn't want to go "backward".

2) I have read these cars understeer, and many folks go 235 as a partial remedy for that - but only having driven it with 235s, I cannot tell you exactly how much difference there is.

3) Porsche likes the F/R heights to be exact, if not slightly taller in the front - and going 235 put me slightly taller in the front (so the rear turns more rotations, hence a slight amount of power is being put to the front wheels). Could be hogwash, but doesn't hurt.

 

The question was sorta a set up, since we debated this a while back, but I was very curious as to your rationale.

https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...-se-up-22.html

my post is mid-way down the page #324

My friend MotoJB bought the Yoks in factory 225/295 sizes before we realized that the tires were the exact same height. So I ran some numbers on the 235s and they will work well with the 295s.

I've been waiting since the summer to try them out, and now that my current tires are done, I'm ready for the 235/295s!

 

then try using the H&R sport lowering springs. it'll be a near perfect setup height wise, for any dual duty car, and it'll eliminate the amphibious look and stance. a bit *harsher* ( street ) ride and feel, but it'll be well worth the 500 bucks. or just get coilovers for a few grand lol

 

Figured that might be part of your question.

I read that thread (as well as likely 100 more) before making a decision. So yes - I am absolutely trying to do the right thing as far as setup goes. As you point out, 25.3"F and 25"R are near perfect for this car.

Sadly what was on the car when I purchased it worked out to be (off the top of my head) 25.5"F and 26.3"R - nowhere near correct.

 

Done...will sneak out for a little canyon drive tomorrow at lunchtime.

 

"Canyons"? What are those? Haha

Look forward to your feedback... may make me feel better about my (admittedly uninformed) perspective. Hope they're great!

 

I have about 150 easy miles on the tires..so they're officially scrubbed in. They're not the quietest tire I've ever had, but they're not excessively loud.

I'll take the car for a spirited run in a few weeks, schedule permitting.

 

Agree, they're not "Michelin" quiet. However I took the car out today early for a "spirited drive", and holy smokes, the difference between these (vs the B-Stones) was night and day.

Again, I am not an educated individual when it comes to 4 wheels, but these tires gave me tons of feedback, and plenty of notice when they were unhappy. Super impressed, especially for the money paid.