Stickiest Tires? Nitto NT05, Michelin PS2, Michelin Pilot Super Sport?

Sick335 · 02-21-2013, 02:29 PM

Which ones are the stickiest in your PERSONAL EXPERIENCE?

Nitto NT05, Michelin PS2 or Michelin Pilot Super Sport?

Not really worried about the longevity of the tire, only worried about the amount of sticky icky

enrita · 02-21-2013, 02:32 PM

are you only considering those? those are street tyres. there are better ones for street/track days . Also whats the purpose?

Sick335 · 02-21-2013, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by enrita

are you only considering those? those are street tyres. there are better ones for street/track days . Also whats the purpose?

I've got DRs for track days. I'm looking for street tires with the most stick. Purpose is not to spin through 2nd and 3rd gear

GeorgiaTech335coupe · 02-21-2013, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Sick335

Purpose is not to spin through 2nd and 3rd gear

Not sure you will be able to accomplish that on a street tire with your mods. Ever consider DDing on Nitto NT555R or Toyo R888s?

Sick335 · 02-21-2013, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by GeorgiaTech335coupe

Not sure you will be able to accomplish that on a street tire with your mods. Ever consider DDing on Nitto NT555R or Toyo R888s?

I think its possible with the right street tire. I dont want to DD on DRs

Sick335 · 02-21-2013, 03:08 PM

Think i'm gonna try the Nitto NT05s next and see how they hold up...

Wedge1967 · 02-21-2013, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Sick335

Think i'm gonna try the Nitto NT05s next and see how they hold up...

What's up man. Hope all is well. I would PM you but they don't like me here. Pissed someone off. Anyway, hope to see you in April. Hopefully I can pull a few more HP out of my car to hang with you a little better. At least want to be able to read your your plate this time.

Have you flashed your trans yet?

enrita · 02-21-2013, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Sick335

I think its possible with the right street tire. I dont want to DD on DRs

you need to look at the track/street tyres than.
Dunlop MAXX Race
Continental Force race
Yokohama AD08 (which i have)

the michelin pilot sport cup + . the supersport are very good too but still more street tyres.

Sick335 · 02-21-2013, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Wedge1967

What's up man. Hope all is well. I would PM you but they don't like me here. Pissed someone off. Anyway, hope to see you in April. Hopefully I can pull a few more HP out of my car to hang with you a little better. At least want to be able to read your your plate this time.

Have you flashed your trans yet?

Whats up buddy! Shit happens

Yea i'm already signed up and ready to roll. I'm going to No Fly Zone in a week as well! I'm hoping to get my trans flashed by the time of the event as I can use all the help I can get against the cars that are going... Also looking to install the walbro fuel pump before shift sector. Looking forward to our continuous battle!

Sick335 · 02-21-2013, 04:15 PM

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Originally Posted by enrita

you need to look at the track/street tyres than.
Dunlop MAXX Race
Continental Force race
Yokohama AD08 (which i have)

the michelin pilot sport cup + . the supersport are very good too but still more street tyres.

While on the street i'm usually no more than 450tq. We'll see how NT05s hold up. If they dont, i can always sell them and get something more aggressive!

Wedge1967 · 02-21-2013, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Sick335

Whats up buddy! Shit happens

Yea i'm already signed up and ready to roll. I'm going to No Fly Zone in a week as well! I'm hoping to get my trans flashed by the time of the event as I can use all the help I can get against the cars that are going... Also looking to install the walbro fuel pump before shift sector. Looking forward to our continuous battle!

Good luck and let me know if you need any help flashing. Look forward to Shift S3ctor.

Dr. G · 02-21-2013, 05:44 PM

In my experience the nt05's were decent. They hook up better than cold nt555r's do on the street, but the warm grip isn't even close.

I tested 60' times with a bunch of different tires, I just bought every recommended tire when it showed up in the used classifieds for cheap.

In my experience the Bridgestone Re-11 were the best streetable grippy tire. The AD08's were close and very good for back-road fun, but for pure straight line performance the re-11's cut the best times for me.

All 3 tires recommended below would be great too. The supersports are similar to the re-11, but the sport cup's were horrible for straight line acceleration.

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Originally Posted by enrita

you need to look at the track/street tyres than.
Dunlop MAXX Race
Continental Force race
Yokohama AD08 (which i have)

the michelin pilot sport cup + . the supersport are very good too but still more street tyres.

Ecu335i · 02-21-2013, 05:57 PM

Nt05

SIKH335 · 02-21-2013, 06:01 PM

I would do NT01's all around they are a great Sticky tire made for road courses but will also launch well. NT05's are specifically made for Drag Racing.

Mahhvinn · 02-21-2013, 06:11 PM

I've heard Hankook RS3's.

KaiserN54 · 02-21-2013, 07:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Wedge1967

What's up man. Hope all is well. I would PM you but they don't like me here. Pissed someone off. Anyway, hope to see you in April. Hopefully I can pull a few more HP out of my car to hang with you a little better. At least want to be able to read your your plate this time.

Have you flashed your trans yet?

I like you.

robc1976 · 02-21-2013, 07:29 PM

My nitto invos got better traction than PSS shockingly....nitto's where bigger so that may be a factor. PSS are a bit better in the rain, nitto less noise but a bit to much feed back. I am thinking of going your route to.

Sick335 · 02-21-2013, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Wedge1967

Good luck and let me know if you need any help flashing. Look forward to Shift S3ctor.

If i dont flash my trans by the time shift sector comes around maybe you can hook me up before the event at our hotel

Sick335 · 02-21-2013, 08:20 PM

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Originally Posted by robc1976

My nitto invos got better traction than PSS shockingly....nitto's where bigger so that may be a factor. PSS are a bit better in the rain, nitto less noise but a bit to much feed back. I am thinking of going your route to.

I ordered nitto NT05s, should have them wednesday. Will post back here my 2c once i get a chance to abuse them a little.

Wedge1967 · 02-21-2013, 08:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Sick335

If i dont flash my trans by the time shift sector comes around maybe you can hook me up before the event at our hotel

Can do... Give me a call if you don't get it done. 503-679-3538

Haha, by the way... Did you sand bag your numbers again for Shift S3ctor.

Sick335 · 02-21-2013, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Wedge1967

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Originally Posted by Sick335

If i dont flash my trans by the time shift sector comes around maybe you can hook me up before the event at our hotel

Can do... Give me a call if you don't get it done. 503-679-3538

Haha, by the way... Did you sand bag your numbers again for Shift S3ctor.

Just like everyone else

CaptainInsano · 02-21-2013, 08:41 PM

Hi Sick,

I've used the NT05s and Michelin Pilot Super Sports before on the street and track. As you remember from Shift S3ctor I'm running R888s on the street now.

IMHO:
R888 > NT05 > SS

The Super Sports did not last long, I destroyed them pretty quickly.

The NT05s were pretty good, they were sticky even after abuse. I think I might use them again.

Obviously the R888s are the best, but also $. They also seem to take longer to heat up.

Go with the NT05s. My 2c.

See you at the track.

-Pete

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enrita Major General 161 Rep 7,377 Posts Drives: 335i - Big turbos Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Italian in Sweden iTrader: (0)	are you only considering those? those are street tyres. there are better ones for street/track days . Also whats the purpose? __________________ 07 335i AT - MOTIV 750 - MHD E85 BMS flash - BMS PI - JB4G5 - Okada Coils - NGK 5992 Plugs - Helix IC - Snow Stg. 3 - Stett CP - Custom midpipes with 100 HJS Cats - Bastuck Quad - PSS10 - QUAIFE LSD - BMS OCC - Forge DVs - AR OC - ALCON BBK - M3 Chassi - Dinan CP - Velocity M rear Toe arms - Advan RZ-DF - LUX H8 - Level 10 AT upgrade
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CaptainInsano First Lieutenant 8 Rep 330 Posts Drives: 2007 E92 335i 6MT Join Date: May 2011 Location: Peninsula, SF Bay Area iTrader: (0)	Hi Sick, I've used the NT05s and Michelin Pilot Super Sports before on the street and track. As you remember from Shift S3ctor I'm running R888s on the street now. IMHO: R888 > NT05 > SS The Super Sports did not last long, I destroyed them pretty quickly. The NT05s were pretty good, they were sticky even after abuse. I think I might use them again. Obviously the R888s are the best, but also $. They also seem to take longer to heat up. Go with the NT05s. My 2c. See you at the track. -Pete __________________ FFTEC 6466 6mt 335i \| FFTEC GTX3076R Evo IX
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