265 square for track?

MaX PL · 08-04-2015, 08:47 PM

Anyone run this size tire on the track?

I want to run 265 square on 18s with r compound tire but am unsure if its large enough for the power this car generates.

I imagine going r compound in a smaller tire is better than a street compound with a larger tire, but i'd like your opinions on this.

Thanks

gthal · 08-04-2015, 08:52 PM

IMO, a 265 r compound would be OK. Sure, bigger might be better but the compound will make more difference than 20 or 30mm. As you suggest, an r compound in a 265 will likely grip far better than a 275 or 285 in a PSS.

Edit... your issue but be excessive TC interference by messing up the front/rear diameter vs. OEM. Unless you run DSC off that is...

CanAutM3 · 08-04-2015, 09:03 PM

I struggle to put the power down with a 275 rear. It still works, I just have to be more patient with the throttle.

A 265 rear would only make this worse IMO

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