Hey everyone. Along with my latest suspension upgrades, I made the move to 19x11 square BC Forged wheels for my S550. I was also able to pick up a set of 305/30R19 ContiForce Contacts from a member of another forum for only $500. The price was too good to pass up. He purchased them on clearance from Tire Rack and never used them. Though they still have the stickers on them, they are 4 years old so hence the price.
The main question I have is about heat cycles. From what I've been reading, heat cycling new tires and then letting them rest for 24 hours or more will extend the life of the tires. What I can't get a definitive answer to is, what constitutes a heat cycle? Would one day spent at the track be considered one heat cycle or would each individual session (approximately 7 or 8) be considered a heat cycle?
Also, would it even be worth the effort to try and heat cycle the tires on the street?
Thanks in advance for you input.
The main question I have is about heat cycles. From what I've been reading, heat cycling new tires and then letting them rest for 24 hours or more will extend the life of the tires. What I can't get a definitive answer to is, what constitutes a heat cycle? Would one day spent at the track be considered one heat cycle or would each individual session (approximately 7 or 8) be considered a heat cycle?
Also, would it even be worth the effort to try and heat cycle the tires on the street?
Thanks in advance for you input.