Autocross megathread

[bpebler]

Amy experience with the Azenis 615k+ or the Nankang CRS V2 that would be good for both street and autoX?

I keep looking on marketplace forused 18" just for a track setup to run some RE71's but either nothing fits or they're nice, expensive wheels.

 

[Car00071]

I have a PRL HVI other wise stock, does that make my car out of street class?

Yep, you would fall into STU.

 

[ND2SloActiv]

I'm running my OE 4S until the fall as well and revisiting the situation then. I'll probably go with a softer 265 all-season for year-round driving, then pick up a set of 18"s and go 275/35 200tw.

Sadly, the Apex EC-7 is already back ordered after their sale and I'm kicking myself for not ordering a set. I can't seem to find any other good 18" option 53-60mm.

 

[bisquick]

Amy experience with the Azenis 615k+ or the Nankang CRS V2 that would be good for both street and autoX?

I keep looking on marketplace forused 18" just for a track setup to run some RE71's but either nothing fits or they're nice, expensive wheels.

I run Falken 615k+ on street and plan to autocross with at the next event I can attend.

The tires are loud compared to my Continental DWS06+ and Michelin PS4S, but that’s to be expected.

Any 200TW tire is arguably better than an all season or summer tire, but I’ve heard the 615k+ are not a class leader. There are more performant options.

 

[bpebler]

I run Falken 615k+ on street and plan to autocross with at the next event I can attend.

The tires are loud compared to my Continental DWS06+ and Michelin PS4S, but that’s to be expected.

Any 200TW tire is arguably better than an all season or summer tire, but I’ve heard the 615k+ are not a class leader. There are more performant options.

Oh wow, I wasn't aware they were that loud. I have both of the other tires you mentioned also & the PS are definitely louder than the DWS+, even on 18" wheels now.

I've been playing around a little with Map 2 of my custom tune which has definitely helped with 2nd gear traction. In Map 1 it's full boost and so much fun, so I figure if I can offset that 2nd gear wheel spin with a better tire that would be awesome. I might have to go with a dedicated setup for that though opposed to enjoying it on the street.

Or just often swap different sets.

 

[bisquick]

If you can, I recommend having a set to swap on for events. Tires will last longer and you don’t have to be concerned with driving on worn tires home.

I will probably pick up a set of extremely light 18s as dedicated autocross wheels/tires for next season and keep my TEs as a nice summer wheel.

 

[ZeroGSR]

If you are running 18s, it's hard to beat the 615s for $200 each. They are an ok DD tire if you don't get a true winter or have a winter set and they actually last a while as long as you aren't too focused on heat cycling out.

Wish they came in 19s... Only downside is the Falkens are HEAVY.