nzae86's TRD ae86 N2 Race Car Project 2,

[Kid Karola]

Can't wait to see it on slicks I literally have goose bumps! N2 <3

I really appreciate that you have maintained the original wheel size 13x8/9 rather than succumb to temptation and fit 15" like most N2 in Japan now.

I have a set of Kuhmo V70A 195/55R15 fitted on 15x7J (but haven't yet used them for circuit sprints - 3 laps per session) So I'm interested to see how they fare compared to Advan A048R or Toyo R888 that other guys run.

Mine have 4 rows of pattern but now see the V700 has 6 - The "wets" you used are the latter?




I read here http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?...ECSTA+V700

"Important Notice: Kumho Ecsta V700 tires must be shaved to 2-3mm tread depth for any autocross or track use in the dry.
Kumho advises that the Ecsta V700 must be shaved prior to use in dry conditions. If this tire is not shaved, excessive wear may occur causing the tire to wear to the cords prematurely in a localized area.
Tire heat cycling will not prevent the excessive localized wear of full tread depth tires but will continue to enhance tire consistency and wear on shaved tires.
The Ecsta V700 should only be used at full tread depth 5mm for wet track and wet autocross use."

So I guess that these tend to form a thick crust on heat cycling like toasted cheese sandwiches.
Pity they recommend scrubbing half the tread for optimum dry performance.