Any reason NOT to run slicks on the circuit? - Zilvia.net Forums | Nissan 240SX (Silvia) and Z (Fairlady) Car Forum

derass · 08-22-2014, 11:26 PM

I've been doing lapping days and drift events for a few years now. I am also around our local time attack competition quite often and have noticed that most competitors are using EXP or Semi-R class tires. I am considering going to a full slick for my continuing lapping days.

Is there any reason that I should not? Increased strain on suspension, brakes and chassis? Lapping events will not allow? Any input would be greatly appreciated, thanks in advance.

racepar1 · 08-22-2014, 11:48 PM

The only reasons not to would be:

1: You will learn more on street tires. Since they grip less it takes more driver skill to coax a fast lap time out of street tires than R-compounds.

2: If you plan on running in time attack events race tires may either be illegal or bump you up to a class in which you won't be competitive.

08-22-2014, 11:26 PM	#1
derass Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Toronto, ON Age: 33 Posts: 1,182 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Any reason NOT to run slicks on the circuit? I've been doing lapping days and drift events for a few years now. I am also around our local time attack competition quite often and have noticed that most competitors are using EXP or Semi-R class tires. I am considering going to a full slick for my continuing lapping days. Is there any reason that I should not? Increased strain on suspension, brakes and chassis? Lapping events will not allow? Any input would be greatly appreciated, thanks in advance.

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08-22-2014, 11:48 PM	#2
racepar1 Post Whore! Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Simi Valley, CA Age: 38 Posts: 9,006 Trader Rating: (106) Rides Gallery: racepar1 Feedback Score: 106 reviews	The only reasons not to would be: 1: You will learn more on street tires. Since they grip less it takes more driver skill to coax a fast lap time out of street tires than R-compounds. 2: If you plan on running in time attack events race tires may either be illegal or bump you up to a class in which you won't be competitive.