Discussions relating to MX5 Tyre choice, Wheels, Brakes Suspension components and other items to keep you going around corners, stuck to the ground or stopping on a dime.
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mr_pool_pool2000
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by mr_pool_pool2000 » Mon Jul 04, 2011 11:03 pm
hi just purchased some nwe tyres they are re001 205 50 15's adrenalin and am wondering what air pressure to run they feel a bit sloppy when you get close to edge of traction
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Stevo
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by Stevo » Tue Jul 05, 2011 6:19 am
I'm currently running 32 psi.
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Growler
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by Growler » Tue Jul 05, 2011 12:26 pm
I run 32 as well. It helps stiffen up the sidewall a little...
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by SLYDIT » Tue Jul 12, 2011 10:17 am
50 series profile isnt exactly low profile these days so you are going to get a bit of squirm. even my 205/45 toyos move around a bit on the limit. but thats half the fun!
i generally run about 32-34 when dry and drop it to 30ish in the wet
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Gravelben
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by Gravelben » Tue Jul 12, 2011 11:37 pm
Like they said, anywhere around 28-34 (depending how it feels) should be fine. RE001 have pretty decent sidewall strength so I'd probably go with 30-31 to start with.
The sloppy feeling may well just be as they scrub in, new tyres are often a bit squirmy at first.
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