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Re: Kumho/BFG/Yoko etc.

To: "Tharpe, Joe" <JoeT@ryersoncoil.com>
Subject: Re: Kumho/BFG/Yoko etc.
From: Nathan <nberg@nmt.edu>
Date: Tue, 2 Nov 1999 11:19:53 -0700 (MST)
For the $$ Bridgestone RE71 is extremely popular with Mustangers, good
wear and traction.  
Nathan



On Tue, 2 Nov 1999, Tharpe, Joe wrote:

> I am running a 99 Civic SI in ES.  I used the BFG G-Force T/A's 205/50/15 on
> the stock 6"  wide rims.  Talking to a few folks running similar cars they
> are going with Kumo's next year.  Here is my question, With a front driver,
> 2600 lbs car with weight dist 60F/40R, what would be the best bet for a race
> tire?  I really liked the BFG's but sometimes you cant argue with price.
> How much do you give up on performance?  I plan to go to McKamey autocross
> school next April and then at least 1 regional and attend nationals next
> year. I have heard both good and bad with BFG, Kumo, Hoosier, and Yoko's.
> Please share your experience / opinions / knowledge regarding the next
> generation of tires.
> 
> I have heard both Hoosier and Komo are coming out with new tread compounds
> next year.  Does anyone know for sure?
> 
> Thanks,
> Joe T
>    
> 
> 

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