2010 STU Discussion
Feb 10, 2010, 06:36 PM
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The way I read it, since you're allowed to change timing and fuel maps, you should be allowed to change the rev limiter. A question I have is what's a "safe" limit for factory cams and springs? I've heard 7,800 is decent.
Feb 11, 2010, 02:34 PM
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Currently, the best setup is mostly what the best setup was for 2009. No major rule changes in general. If you need a copy of the rules (for 2009 at least) they can be downloaded from the SCCA's website.
Feb 11, 2010, 02:56 PM
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1) power has already fallen off on the stock turbo
2) on 245/40/17 tires, you can get into the low/mid 60 mph range which is typical for a nationals course.
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Feb 15, 2010, 05:53 AM
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Question for you guys... any of you run Nitto NT-01's or NT-05's (I'm not sure if there legal in STU, I run BSP) and have feedback on how well they hold up over the course of a season?
I'm trying to decide which tire to use this year, I do drive the car on the street at times but its not my DD. I plan on attending most (if not all) the regional events and a track day here and there. I don't know if I want to just get the Dunlops or try the Nitto's...? I know the Dunlops will be better for driving on regular roads, but I would imagine the Nitto's have more ultimate grip.
Thoughts?
I'm trying to decide which tire to use this year, I do drive the car on the street at times but its not my DD. I plan on attending most (if not all) the regional events and a track day here and there. I don't know if I want to just get the Dunlops or try the Nitto's...? I know the Dunlops will be better for driving on regular roads, but I would imagine the Nitto's have more ultimate grip.
Thoughts?
Feb 15, 2010, 06:15 AM
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^ Yeah, I know all that... I was wondering if any of you have experience with either tire though? I did say I run BSP, I realize there is no BSP thread, so I thought I would ask anyways. Just because you run STU doesn't mean you don't know anything about either one.
Feb 15, 2010, 07:21 AM
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NT01>Dunlop SS>NT05
NT01 is not a very good R-comp for autox, and from what I've seen it's ok for track. Not great, or good, just ok. It is better on the street than a Kuhmo V710/Hoosier A6. NT05 is a street tire and the best way to tell what the hot street tires are is to look at what the winning ST* cars were on last year at nationals.
If you're serious about BSP, find a used set of Kuhmo, Hoosier, or Hankook slicks and run those. If you're just in it for the fun and learning this year then pick up a set of the Star Specs and run those all year at all events
NT01 is not a very good R-comp for autox, and from what I've seen it's ok for track. Not great, or good, just ok. It is better on the street than a Kuhmo V710/Hoosier A6. NT05 is a street tire and the best way to tell what the hot street tires are is to look at what the winning ST* cars were on last year at nationals.
If you're serious about BSP, find a used set of Kuhmo, Hoosier, or Hankook slicks and run those. If you're just in it for the fun and learning this year then pick up a set of the Star Specs and run those all year at all events
Feb 15, 2010, 07:26 AM
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The NT05 isn't great for autocross (skinnier for the same nominal size, doesn't have as much cold grip, harder compound vs. a star spec).
However, the NT-05 is better for the track. Stiffer sidewall, better heat handling characteristics, etc.
If you want to be competitive in BSP at a national level, you need to buy 285/30/18 Hoosier A6's.
However, the NT-05 is better for the track. Stiffer sidewall, better heat handling characteristics, etc.
If you want to be competitive in BSP at a national level, you need to buy 285/30/18 Hoosier A6's.
Feb 15, 2010, 07:28 AM
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Thanks for insight Mr Happy. I'm pretty set on getting the StarSpecs, just thought I would ask some others for a little insight on the Nitto's. I know the Dunlops rule autox now, just thought I would look into something different incase I could could get a leg up. I'm not ready for a full blown R-Comp as I still want to drive the car on the street.
Thanks again.
Thanks again.
Feb 15, 2010, 07:33 AM
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The NT05 isn't great for autocross (skinnier for the same nominal size, doesn't have as much cold grip, harder compound vs. a star spec).
However, the NT-05 is better for the track. Stiffer sidewall, better heat handling characteristics, etc.
If you want to be competitive in BSP at a national level, you need to buy 285/30/18 Hoosier A6's.
However, the NT-05 is better for the track. Stiffer sidewall, better heat handling characteristics, etc.
If you want to be competitive in BSP at a national level, you need to buy 285/30/18 Hoosier A6's.
Not looking to go that far with it, not this year atleast. I'm on 17's also, I know the 285/30/18 is the size of choice for the A6's, but I still want a treaded tire. Thanks for the help goofy.
Feb 15, 2010, 08:09 PM
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Between the AD08 and the RE-11, I would probably pick the AD08. Both are within a few bucks, and both are shown to be wide and very sticky. I think more people picked the RE-11 for the contingency, but since it's technically my wifes autox car I'm not to worried about that just yet.
I can't really say much since I'm only giving her older hankook rs-2's for her first year
I can't really say much since I'm only giving her older hankook rs-2's for her first year