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 xploitgti-6
Newbie  Location: Essex Registered: 05 Jul 2011 Posts: 27 Status: Offline |
Post #1
Alright guys, ive had a quick look on the search bar and couldnt find anything relating to tyre pressures for slicks.Does anyone one know what a typical pressure should be on a set of 17's(pro race) with clio cup slick tyres? I cant remember the exact size of the tyre at the moment but ill check asap. Thanks in advance, Lee |
 Posted 25th Jul 2011 at 21:44
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welshpug!
Capt Pedantic  Location: Bigend, Wales. Registered: 27 Mar 2007 Posts: 25,839 Status: Offline |
Post #2
depends very much on the tyre and conditions, most look to get an even specific temp and pressure when warmed up, and adjust the cold to suit.________________________________________ need a part number? get on here - http://public.servicebox.peugeot.comBring on the Trumpets. |
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Posted 25th Jul 2011 at 21:52
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xploitgti-6
Newbie Location: Essex Registered: 05 Jul 2011 Posts: 27 Status: Offline |
Post #3
welshpug! wrote: depends very much on the tyre and conditions, most look to get an even specific temp and pressure when warmed up, and adjust the cold to suit. Is there a good psi to start with too adjust accordingly? Lets say its a dry warm summers afternoon. |
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Posted 25th Jul 2011 at 22:01
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lotek
Seasoned Pro  Location: Berkshire Registered: 04 Dec 2007 Posts: 6,107 Status: Offline |
Post #4
start mid 20's rear and low 20's front and adjust to suit rears dont get much heat into them so start higher than fronts to maintain even pressures |
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Posted 25th Jul 2011 at 22:02
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xploitgti-6
Newbie Location: Essex Registered: 05 Jul 2011 Posts: 27 Status: Offline |
Post #5
lotek wrote: start mid 20's rear and low 20's front and adjust to suit rears dont get much heat into them so start higher than fronts to maintain even pressures Cool, we'll give that a go  |
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Posted 25th Jul 2011 at 22:05
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midlife
Seasoned Pro  Location: Colne, Lancashire Registered: 13 Mar 2006 Posts: 7,544 Status: Offline |
Post #6
If you pm CRF450 he would have the answer your after. Iirc he struggled getting them to work well, his suspension was. Very high spec too.Have you got rid of the rubber bushes in your front wishbones & rear beam as the extra load from the slicks could cause you real handling issues!!  ________________________________________ Get used to seeing the yellow one !!! Team 330™ Team "no front end or engine" Team "LIMITED EDITION" I live for the 306 sticker  Team 0-60 in 6.44 & standing qtr in 14.808 @ 94.55mph all with std engine 203bhp Corolla T-Sport daily driver stealthier than Kwai Chang Caine |
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Posted 25th Jul 2011 at 23:03
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xploitgti-6
Newbie Location: Essex Registered: 05 Jul 2011 Posts: 27 Status: Offline |
Post #7
midlife wrote: If you pm CRF450 he would have the answer your after. Iirc he struggled getting them to work well, his suspension was. Very high spec too. Have you got rid of the rubber bushes in your front wishbones & rear beam as the extra load from the slicks could cause you real handling issues!! It has Spax RSX height adjustable & dampening coilover kit with a solid race spoox motorsport top engine mount,powerflex bottom engine mount, a group N gearbox mount, a OMP strut brace, o.e wishbone bushes We may need to change the wishbone bushes in the near future, Ill report back after the track day on the 1st |
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Posted 26th Jul 2011 at 22:23
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ash
Six Addict  Location: Chelmsford Registered: 25 Mar 2003 Posts: 7,520 Status: Offline |
Post #8
lotek wrote: start mid 20's rear and low 20's front and adjust to suit rears dont get much heat into them so start higher than fronts to maintain even pressures Lotek is around the right pressure although the wrong way round; run the rears lower than the fronts which works the rears harder so that they warm up quicker. |
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Posted 27th Jul 2011 at 00:07
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daveyboy
aka Jim Davey  Location: Southampton Registered: 01 Oct 2007 Posts: 8,648 Status: Offline |
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xploitgti-6 wrote: midlife wrote: If you pm CRF450 he would have the answer your after. Iirc he struggled getting them to work well, his suspension was. Very high spec too. Have you got rid of the rubber bushes in your front wishbones & rear beam as the extra load from the slicks could cause you real handling issues!! It has Spax RSX height adjustable & dampening coilover kit with a solid race spoox motorsport top engine mount,powerflex bottom engine mount, a group N gearbox mount, a OMP strut brace, o.e wishbone bushes We may need to change the wishbone bushes in the near future, Ill report back after the track day on the 1st You will need to sort out some roller or ball bearing wishbone bushes, check out the kits on sale by Rich W. You will also srtuggle to get the best contact patch without a fair bit of negative camber. Expect to scrub the shoulders out on the tyres fairly quickly if you don't have neg camber. ________________________________________ R H Davey Welding Supplies. I sell new and used welding equipment in the Hampshire area. I take on welding jobs in the evenings, ally casting repairs are one of my specialities but I can weld pretty much anything. PM me with your requirements.Some of my services: (See my for sale threads) Engine mount/chassis repair Solid Beam Mounts BACK IN PRODUCTION Harness bars |
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Posted 27th Jul 2011 at 14:59
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alexd
Junior User  Location: Canvey Island Registered: 05 Jul 2011 Posts: 86 Status: Offline |
Post #10
Last night we trial fitted our wheels to make sure everything was ok.We also thought about adjusting the suspension to suit the track. It took us all of about 10 mins to work out we knew naff all about it and we should seek advice. I think some googling will be going on today! Thanks for your advice above guys, im not sure we have camber adjustable top mounts so will keep an eye on the shoulders. ________________________________________ Time is the greatest teacher, unfortunately it kills all of its students. |
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Posted 27th Jul 2011 at 15:41
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