Hi TMO Members-
I have a couple of quick questions regarding my upcoming tire and pad setup for the track.
I just picked up a square set of 19x11 track wheels and can’t make a decision between the Michelin PS4S or Nitto NT01.
My plan is to turn my GT350 into more of a dedicated track car. I currently don’t have a trailer, but that could change soon.
PS4S Breakdown
Pros:
-Florida weather is temperamental and can rain at any time
-Easier to drive to and from the track
-Better wear on the street
-I’m still newer to tracking in general and actually enjoy the feedback of a street tire
-Better Rain Tire
Cons:
-I’ve noticed edge wear is much more significant compared to the center of the tire. Maybe related to running 28psi?
-Likely won’t last near as long due to wear pattern
-Not as much grip, but this may not be a bad thing at this point in my track journey
Nitto NT01
Pros:
-Better Grip
-Better Track Wear
Cons:
-Driving to the track
-Worse wear
-Getting caught in the rain
-I can’t swap wheels at the track since I have a 4 point roll bar
-Wouldn’t run this tire in the rain
Track Pad Consideration
I really enjoyed the stock pads on track, but burned through about half a pad in one day on a short track, so I feel like this upgrade is a necessity. I am leaning toward DSUNO front or ST43 front and leaving the stock pads out back. Can anybody confirm with certainty that the stock pads are made by Ferodo? I’m heavily leaning toward the DSUNO route to avoid scrubbing my rotors. Surprisingly, I haven’t heard of too many people actually running this pad.
Any input/feedback would be greatly appreciated. I’ve got Sebring coming up an a month, but may sneak in another day out at the FIRM before then.
Thanks,
-Jeff
I have a couple of quick questions regarding my upcoming tire and pad setup for the track.
I just picked up a square set of 19x11 track wheels and can’t make a decision between the Michelin PS4S or Nitto NT01.
My plan is to turn my GT350 into more of a dedicated track car. I currently don’t have a trailer, but that could change soon.
PS4S Breakdown
Pros:
-Florida weather is temperamental and can rain at any time
-Easier to drive to and from the track
-Better wear on the street
-I’m still newer to tracking in general and actually enjoy the feedback of a street tire
-Better Rain Tire
Cons:
-I’ve noticed edge wear is much more significant compared to the center of the tire. Maybe related to running 28psi?
-Likely won’t last near as long due to wear pattern
-Not as much grip, but this may not be a bad thing at this point in my track journey
Nitto NT01
Pros:
-Better Grip
-Better Track Wear
Cons:
-Driving to the track
-Worse wear
-Getting caught in the rain
-I can’t swap wheels at the track since I have a 4 point roll bar
-Wouldn’t run this tire in the rain
Track Pad Consideration
I really enjoyed the stock pads on track, but burned through about half a pad in one day on a short track, so I feel like this upgrade is a necessity. I am leaning toward DSUNO front or ST43 front and leaving the stock pads out back. Can anybody confirm with certainty that the stock pads are made by Ferodo? I’m heavily leaning toward the DSUNO route to avoid scrubbing my rotors. Surprisingly, I haven’t heard of too many people actually running this pad.
Any input/feedback would be greatly appreciated. I’ve got Sebring coming up an a month, but may sneak in another day out at the FIRM before then.
Thanks,
-Jeff