Hey guys, I have purchased a 2002 Miata SE. Im sorting out a few things, car is in really good shape overall. Im preparing it for autocross to join you all later this year and beyond. I have a few questions.
Mods:
Enkei RPF1 wheels, 16inch (205 tire)
Feal Coilovers
Swaybars
Endlinks
Roadster Muffler
AEM Intake
Porterfield Brake Pads
Stoptech rotors
1. What class is the car going to be in? If Im understanding correctly would it be STR?
2. What tire do you recommend? Ive been looking at RE71R's, should i consider others?
3. What tire size do you recommend? The standard tire size is 205/45R16. That is what is on it now, so the wheels are size approximately the same (im not sure the exact wheel width yet). The 205/45 tire is $25 more per tire than a 205/50. The 205/45 tire seems to cause the speedo to read on the low side, so 205/50 would correct that somewhat. The 205/50 tire would give slightly more clearance (about 10mm taller). However, the 205/50 tire would have more sidewall which will affect looks and performance/gearing. For anyone familiar with this setup, what would you recommend?
Thanks all! hope to be out there soon.
Jason
Mods:
Enkei RPF1 wheels, 16inch (205 tire)
Feal Coilovers
Swaybars
Endlinks
Roadster Muffler
AEM Intake
Porterfield Brake Pads
Stoptech rotors
1. What class is the car going to be in? If Im understanding correctly would it be STR?
2. What tire do you recommend? Ive been looking at RE71R's, should i consider others?
3. What tire size do you recommend? The standard tire size is 205/45R16. That is what is on it now, so the wheels are size approximately the same (im not sure the exact wheel width yet). The 205/45 tire is $25 more per tire than a 205/50. The 205/45 tire seems to cause the speedo to read on the low side, so 205/50 would correct that somewhat. The 205/50 tire would give slightly more clearance (about 10mm taller). However, the 205/50 tire would have more sidewall which will affect looks and performance/gearing. For anyone familiar with this setup, what would you recommend?
Thanks all! hope to be out there soon.
Jason
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