Falken Azenis RT-615, need some feedback.
09-23-2008, 11:59 PM
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on the road course i like them for about 6-8 laps then they get greasy
but if you are running a clean line with smooth entries and exits there
is no problems- i got a little squirrelly once during turn in but it was easy
to control.
they work great for me on spirited back road driving, terrible and almost
scary in rain with standing water-hydroplaning happens often.
i bought these as a stepping stone tire, went from normal street tires
to these and once these wear out i am buying some Toyo r888's
but if you are running a clean line with smooth entries and exits there
is no problems- i got a little squirrelly once during turn in but it was easy
to control.
they work great for me on spirited back road driving, terrible and almost
scary in rain with standing water-hydroplaning happens often.
i bought these as a stepping stone tire, went from normal street tires
to these and once these wear out i am buying some Toyo r888's
09-24-2008, 08:50 AM
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Cool guys, thanks for the info!
I just bought me a set of 255/40/18 and 295/40/18. My wheels are coming in next week as well.
The NISMO is going to look quite the part.
I just bought me a set of 255/40/18 and 295/40/18. My wheels are coming in next week as well.
The NISMO is going to look quite the part.
09-24-2008, 09:32 AM
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on a heavy car like the z33... they're no good IMO. They worked awesome on my civic, but when i purchased a set for my z33, it was crap. I'd stay away from any tire falken makes...
if you're looking at these, look at the Yokohama S Drive, Advan Neova AD07 and if you're on a limited budget but was good tires, the Goodyear Eagle F1s.
if you're looking at these, look at the Yokohama S Drive, Advan Neova AD07 and if you're on a limited budget but was good tires, the Goodyear Eagle F1s.
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I agree with you, the 350z/z33 coupe chassis is far from "heavy" in all aspects. Its quite the lightweight contender compared to say the new R35 GTR, a MK-4 Supra, or even an SC300 of that matter.
In that regard, given the people that have posted, I would say its an all around great tire for sport,daily driving, and can handle some serious track abuse. But again, its not a full R-compound tire, so its going to show its limits under pressure. But again, its primarily a street oriented tire.
In that regard, given the people that have posted, I would say its an all around great tire for sport,daily driving, and can handle some serious track abuse. But again, its not a full R-compound tire, so its going to show its limits under pressure. But again, its primarily a street oriented tire.
09-24-2008, 12:16 PM
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maybe as far as looks go, but the INVO isn't a good "alternative" for anything - I've used it, and it ranks among the worst tires I've tried (and this was on an SE-R...not exactly a car that is picky about the tires it likes (very easy car to drive quickly on). As far as track - not in this lifetime
09-24-2008, 01:12 PM
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suck is a relative term lolol
as far as a true performance tire - not even close. For a funky tread pattern - yep, it's got that going on
for the price (they are pretty cheap), the Azenis are a good bargain IMHO for a performance tire - I liked mine WAY better than the S03's (which I detested overall, as they were just incredibly uncomfortable)
as far as a true performance tire - not even close. For a funky tread pattern - yep, it's got that going on
for the price (they are pretty cheap), the Azenis are a good bargain IMHO for a performance tire - I liked mine WAY better than the S03's (which I detested overall, as they were just incredibly uncomfortable)
09-24-2008, 02:18 PM
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suck is a relative term lolol
as far as a true performance tire - not even close. For a funky tread pattern - yep, it's got that going on
for the price (they are pretty cheap), the Azenis are a good bargain IMHO for a performance tire - I liked mine WAY better than the S03's (which I detested overall, as they were just incredibly uncomfortable)
as far as a true performance tire - not even close. For a funky tread pattern - yep, it's got that going on
for the price (they are pretty cheap), the Azenis are a good bargain IMHO for a performance tire - I liked mine WAY better than the S03's (which I detested overall, as they were just incredibly uncomfortable)
09-25-2008, 02:25 PM
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maybe as far as looks go, but the INVO isn't a good "alternative" for anything - I've used it, and it ranks among the worst tires I've tried (and this was on an SE-R...not exactly a car that is picky about the tires it likes (very easy car to drive quickly on). As far as track - not in this lifetime
I8ACOBRA has tracked his , and a few other Vegas locals have done the same with good results.
09-26-2008, 04:15 AM
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Gosh, I love these tires. Stiff sidewalls, fantastic grip, and they're cheap!
I only have one bad thing to say....
They stink. You probably think I'm kidding, but I'm not. Sometimes, I walk past my car and I can really smell them. Nothing bad, just a strong rubber smell. LOL!
I only have one bad thing to say....
They stink. You probably think I'm kidding, but I'm not. Sometimes, I walk past my car and I can really smell them. Nothing bad, just a strong rubber smell. LOL!
09-26-2008, 10:57 AM
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Gosh, I love these tires. Stiff sidewalls, fantastic grip, and they're cheap!
I only have one bad thing to say....
They stink. You probably think I'm kidding, but I'm not. Sometimes, I walk past my car and I can really smell them. Nothing bad, just a strong rubber smell. LOL!
I only have one bad thing to say....
They stink. You probably think I'm kidding, but I'm not. Sometimes, I walk past my car and I can really smell them. Nothing bad, just a strong rubber smell. LOL!
09-26-2008, 02:52 PM
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what diameter?
if you have 17 inch they have 255/40/17 which would probably go on
a 9.5 but would look stretched and they have 275/40/17 which would be
a little wide on the 9.5 but stretched on the 10.5
i saw a guy last weekend at auto-x that had 18 inch and was running
275/35/18 front and 315/30/18 in rear i think-looked pretty mean
you need to go to the Falken website and study the tire sizes and spec
sheet in detail and compare what works for your car best-overall diameter, rim fitment guide, etc...
if you have 17 inch they have 255/40/17 which would probably go on
a 9.5 but would look stretched and they have 275/40/17 which would be
a little wide on the 9.5 but stretched on the 10.5
i saw a guy last weekend at auto-x that had 18 inch and was running
275/35/18 front and 315/30/18 in rear i think-looked pretty mean
you need to go to the Falken website and study the tire sizes and spec
sheet in detail and compare what works for your car best-overall diameter, rim fitment guide, etc...
09-26-2008, 03:04 PM
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^ for 18" rim. The 255/40-18 would be my first in frt and 285/40-18 in the rear but that size isn't avail. they do have 295/40-18 but it's not exactly the dia or near oem.. that's why I ask the question. maybe 295/40 is do able?
