[Mywifes335]

Hi Folks,

I'm sick of not being able to launch my 2er or get traction when hitting the throttle while at highway speeds.

I'm running 265/35-18 PSSs in the rear and they break loose like crazy.

Thus, I'm looking into something stickier...

The Federal FZ-201.

I won't be driving the car in the rain and plan on a few track days late this Summer and Fall.

**Anyone have experience with the Federal FZ-201?"

http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-265-35R1...NY0w3F&vxp=mtr

I don't see much in the way of reviews for these things...

Thanks!

[pikcachu]

Originally Posted by Mywifes335

Hi Folks,

I'm sick of not being able to launch my 2er or get traction when hitting the throttle while at highway speeds.

I'm running 265/35-18 PSSs in the rear and they break loose like crazy.

Thus, I'm looking into something stickier...

The Federal FZ-201.

I won't be driving the car in the rain and plan on a few track days late this Summer and Fall.

**Anyone have experience with the Federal FZ-201?"

http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-265-35R1...NY0w3F&vxp=mtr

I don't see much in the way of reviews for these things...

Thanks!

Federal who ?
Probably no reviews cause there is nobody willing to take the risk to try them

You can try https://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires...+Zero+Trofeo+R

[Mywifes335]

Perhaps... I know that a lot of E46 and E9x guys ran the Street version of the Federal tires - the 595 RS-R/RR. The early productions RS-Rs had a tread separation issue...

[Schmidty_]

I have heard decent things about the RS-RR maybe look there. I know the Yoko R888r is a solid choice or maybe Nitto NT05 or NT01, I couldnt find a NT555R is a close enough size.

I can tell you continental extremecontacts are flippin horrible... They break loose as soon as boost hits.

My next set will probably be a set of NT05.

[BEM-S4]

Federal makes a nice donut if you need a spare tire :

http://www.federaldonuts.com/main/

[Schultz28]

I am personally a huge fan of Federal's, I have used the ss595, 595evo's, and RSR's. Federal makes a great tire for the price.

I can't say anything for sure on these tires in particular.... But, let's be honest, you buy Federal tire knowing it may not be the best tire in its class but it sure will save you some money, so your bank account will appreciate it! I am sure these tires are good enough!

[pikcachu]

Originally Posted by Schultz28

I am personally a huge fan of Federal's, I have used the ss595, 595evo's, and RSR's. Federal makes a great tire for the price.

I can't say anything for sure on these tires in particular.... But, let's be honest, you buy Federal tire knowing it may not be the best tire in its class but it sure will save you some money, so your bank account will appreciate it! I am sure these tires are good enough!

Just add me to your will. I'll take care of the bank account if anything happens.

[Mywifes335]

Thanks guys... keep the info coming... was gonna pull the trigger on the Falken RT615 but appears the review tank it lower in DRY traction than the PSSs...

[Anthony235]

I'd have no problem running them. Federal is reputable brand in my eyes.

[Anthony235]

Originally Posted by Mywifes335

Thanks guys... keep the info coming... was gonna pull the trigger on the Falken RT615 but appears the review tank it lower in DRY traction than the PSSs...

I know the RT615 has gone through a few generations. When was it's last generation release date?

[Anthony235]

255 square. These are great prices. I think these came out about 7 years ago. Anyone know if they've revised them since??

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Set-4-of-Bra...38.m2548.l4275

[bryan_G01]

I personally would spend the extra money and get something you know works.
If your going on track, good tires are worth several seconds.

Get heat cycled nt01s if in your size from discount tire. Deal with the loud noise, and run great lap times.

Re71s if in your size are pretty decent too, but I notice there is a shake and vibration at 80 mph from the tires.

[Anthony235]

Originally Posted by bryan_f22

I personally would spend the extra money and get something you know works.
If your going on track, good tires are worth several seconds.

Get heat cycled nt01s if in your size from discount tire. Deal with the loud noise, and run great lap times.

Re71s if in your size are pretty decent too, but I notice there is a shake and vibration at 80 mph from the tires.

Sounds more like a balancing issue. No issues with vibration on my re71.

[Schultz28]

Originally Posted by Anthony235

I know the RT615 has gone through a few generations. When was it's last generation release date?

Falken RT615K+ were just released in March of this year!

Can never go wrong with those tires!

I have used the RT615's and the RT615K's... Great tires!!

[Mywifes335]

Originally Posted by Schultz28

Falken RT615K+ were just released in March of this year!

Can never go wrong with those tires!

I have used the RT615's and the RT615K's... Great tires!!

Im referring to the original 615Ks, I think the 615K+ is a less performance oriented version?

To clarify, Im looking for the most straightline dry traction. Its almost become dangerous when boost hits part throttle when on local roads - the rear emd just goes sideways like a Stang.

[Mywifes335]

Originally Posted by Anthony235

Sounds more like a balancing issue. No issues with vibration on my re71.

So you liked the Federals?

[Mywifes335]

Originally Posted by bryan_f22

I personally would spend the extra money and get something you know works.
If your going on track, good tires are worth several seconds.

Get heat cycled nt01s if in your size from discount tire. Deal with the loud noise, and run great lap times.

Re71s if in your size are pretty decent too, but I notice there is a shake and vibration at 80 mph from the tires.

How about the NT05s? No NT01s in the 265/35 18 size.

[bryan_G01]

05's are a good daily/track tire.

You can't heat cycle them, they are much quieter, and pretty decent.
I liked them. I'd compare them to the re71r's.

If they are in your size, go for it.

They are a very wide tire and tall, larger than the size they say they are so just be aware when ordering your size.

[bryan_G01]

Originally Posted by Mywifes335

Im referring to the original 615Ks, I think the 615K+ is a less performance oriented version?

To clarify, Im looking for the most straightline dry traction. Its almost become dangerous when boost hits part throttle when on local roads - the rear emd just goes sideways like a Stang.

for drag tires, nitto 05R (not the nt05).. or mikey thompson.

[moldcad]

Originally Posted by Mywifes335

I'm sick of not being able to launch my 2er or get traction when hitting the throttle while at highway speeds.

I'm running 265/35-18 PSSs in the rear and they break loose like crazy.

I've just ordered a set of BC Forged wheels with Michelin PS4S tires, 235 front and 265 rear, hoping this would put an end to my similar problem of 245mm PSS breaking loose even at high speeds when I try to accelerate with WOT. Your problems persisting with 265mm tire have made me hope the PS4S will have more grip than PSS - otherwise all my investment is pointless

Piotr

[pikcachu]

Originally Posted by moldcad

I've just ordered a set of BC Forged wheels with Michelin PS4S tires, 235 front and 265 rear, hoping this would put an end to my similar problem of 245mm PSS breaking loose even at high speeds when I try to accelerate with WOT. Your problems persisting with 265mm tire have made me hope the PS4S will have more grip than PSS - otherwise all my investment is pointless

Piotr

PS4S will be slightly better than PSS but not much...

[Mywifes335]

Originally Posted by bryan_f22

05's are a good daily/track tire.

You can't heat cycle them, they are much quieter, and pretty decent.
I liked them. I'd compare them to the re71r's.

If they are in your size, go for it.

They are a very wide tire and tall, larger than the size they say they are so just be aware when ordering your size.

Would you say the NT05s gripped better than PSS?