Hey guys,
My 79 RX-7 has had the same Falken Azenis on it for the better part of 8 years(yes I know that's way too long). I bought the tires used from a fellow forum member, and they were in good shape. I don't do any motorsports with the car anymore, but I do like these tires. The size is 205/50-15. Should I just get another set of these as I like them, or is there a better option? Up until last summer I hadn't been driving the car much, but I put a lot of miles on it last summer, and hope to do the same this summer. Also I have the option to use the 14" LE wheels I had on the car before, or two different sets of 13" wheels including the stock waffles wheels or a set of Almex Keyhole wheels. The idea of going back to 13's or 14's doesn't do much for me, but it would make the car more original. I do like the 15" Auto Bahn's though , even though they're not in the best condition.
Azenis rt615? The 200TW tire?
fatallightning said:
Azenis rt615? The 200TW tire?
I think so, but I don't remember. I'll have to check. They're old, really old!! Lol
If you're not motorsporting, a good max performance tire as opposed to extreme peformance tire you have now is where I would look. Something like a Continental Extreme Contact Sport or Michelin Pilot 4S are generally regarded as top of the class at the moment.
My cheapo recommendation is a set of Firestone Firehawk Indy 500s. I've had a set on my Ralliart wagon (FWD, 3000 lbs, 162/162, auto) since fall, and have been extremely pleased with them. Great dry traction, super in the rain (even the heavy FL downpours), quiet. I call them the poor man's Extreme Contact Sport. They've even been acceptable for autocross once when the miata wouldn't start.
Floating Doc (Forum Supporter) said:
My cheapo recommendation is a set of Firestone Firehawk Indy 500s. I've had a set on my Ralliart wagon (FWD, 3000 lbs, 162/162, auto) since fall, and have been extremely pleased with them. Great dry traction, super in the rain (even the heavy FL downpours), quiet. I call them the poor man's Extreme Contact Sport. They've even been acceptable for autocross once when the miata wouldn't start.
Wait, you have a Ralliart wagon? Those are really rare.
Mazdax605 said:
The size is 205/50-15.
Just added 205/50/15 Yoko AD08 on my Integra, love them. Aboslutely fantastic for my DD duties.
Had Yoko AD07/Yoko A050 over the years, and now A052 on my Elise .
Mazdax605 said:
Floating Doc (Forum Supporter) said:
My cheapo recommendation is a set of Firestone Firehawk Indy 500s. I've had a set on my Ralliart wagon (FWD, 3000 lbs, 162/162, auto) since fall, and have been extremely pleased with them. Great dry traction, super in the rain (even the heavy FL downpours), quiet. I call them the poor man's Extreme Contact Sport. They've even been acceptable for autocross once when the miata wouldn't start.
Wait, you have a Ralliart wagon? Those are really rare.
Yeah, only a few hundred imported. Sadly, only with the automatic transmission.
It's still fun to drive, and has been a reliable daily since 2009.
We'll see if I keep it. Bought a WRX wagon on Friday.
Floating Doc (Forum Supporter) said:
Mazdax605 said:
Floating Doc (Forum Supporter) said:
My cheapo recommendation is a set of Firestone Firehawk Indy 500s. I've had a set on my Ralliart wagon (FWD, 3000 lbs, 162/162, auto) since fall, and have been extremely pleased with them. Great dry traction, super in the rain (even the heavy FL downpours), quiet. I call them the poor man's Extreme Contact Sport. They've even been acceptable for autocross once when the miata wouldn't start.
Wait, you have a Ralliart wagon? Those are really rare.
Yeah, only a few hundred imported. Sadly, only with the automatic transmission.
It's still fun to drive, and has been a reliable daily since 2009.
We'll see if I keep it. Bought a WRX wagon on Friday.
I love those Ralliart wagons! What color?
