Tyre question. Parada spec2.

[imprezaworks]

I found two in work that were taken off last year when i replaced all four. They both have plenty of tread left so might be saving myself a few quid if these are a good track tyre???? That way i only have to buy two, before anyone says anything yes i know im a a pain lol

Dan

 

[THESEXPISTOL]

Those tyres are legendary. If the track is dry and they are warm i don't think you can get better road legal tyres than that. But check if you're making a good deal ofc.

 

[imprezaworks]

Good deal ofc?

 

[Rob]

Great dry tyre yes, when hot and sticky I love them.

 

[imprezaworks]

Decent enough to use on track them? Currently got v12's but looking for better grip.

 

[Kieran..]

ill have some paradas up for sale at the end of the month, barely done 150 miles! all four looking for £140

 

[THESEXPISTOL]

Good deal ofc?

Good deal of course.

 

[imprezaworks]

ah right lol. I just need to know if they are good on track over what ive got now. Ive got two which are in really good condition so i would only need two more.

 

[TheEvilGiraffe]

They'll be ok. Super when warm as mentioned above.

They'll get you through a day of track racing at the very least, unless you're an awful pilot :rasp:

If you're only buying two, you're laughing. They're only about £40 a corner in 15" ! (£28 when I got a set a few years ago )

 

[Chip-mk1]

Those tyres are legendary. If the track is dry and they are warm i don't think you can get better road legal tyres than that. But check if you're making a good deal ofc.

What?

Take it you havent tried A048 or Pilot sport cups or R888 then?



They are quite good for grip in the dry, but they are a long way from being a trackday tyre!

 

[Silent_Scone]

fairly old compound now but great grip in the dry all the same, fairly terrible in the wet but no more so than Pilot Sports, yes that's right I just said Pilot sports (NOT the sport cups) are s**t in the wet, argue your case if you will

 

[Rob]

Well that depends if you're a track day hero or not TBH.

Normal drivers would definitely get a lot of enjoyment out of them on a day TBH.

 

[Sam@NP]

Those tyres are legendary. If the track is dry and they are warm i don't think you can get better road legal tyres than that. But check if you're making a good deal ofc.

im sorry, what?

 

[Rob]

LOL! I think he got a bit excited.

Correct me if I'm wrong, but for the average joe they're a good set of through? i.e not chasing times, just enjoying yourself?

 

[imprezaworks]

I was hoping certain people would see this thread . My plans keep changing as im so indecisive, but ive decided on getting four decent road tyres that will be great on track, better than what i have got (v12's). Initial plan was to buy 4 brand new toyo r1r's, federal rsr or a048 and put them on my spare set of wheels that way weather permitting i can drive there on one set, save swapping them etc. The bonus part was finding two paradas meaning i would only need two more, thats if they are worth gettingm and obviously they cost less. To be honest if they no better than the v12's dont think i will bother

 

[Chip-mk1]

A048/R888 etc are on a totally different level of grip, but they are a lot more expensive too.

 

[imprezaworks]

Yeah thats the problem lol. Its a shame 888's arnt great in the wet lol

 

[Chip-mk1]

Yeah thats the problem lol. Its a shame 888's arnt great in the wet lol

Actually a new set with full tread depth arent too bad compared to the vast majority of road tyres, its only when they wear down a bit they get really useless.

Rainsports are a good very cheap road tyre that works ok in the wet.


Actual proper wet tyres are epic though different league altogether, better than most road tyres are in the dry in fact, but the downside is they arent road legal to drive there on and they wont last five minutes if it dries out, so need using only when there is actual standing water.

 

[imprezaworks]

I thought id struck lucky with the two paradas, not sure i have now lol

 

[Sam@NP]

They will be fin on track, keep an eye on pressure and they shouldn't de-laminate.

 

[imprezaworks]

de laminate? Apologies for sounding daft lol

 

[Sam@NP]

When the tyre gets too hot and the rubber comes way from the carcase. Spec 2's had a rep for it a few years back.

 

[imprezaworks]

Ah right okay cheers. So i should be okay with these then? Only going to put them on if the forecast is dry otherwise will stick with what ive got

 

[TheEvilGiraffe]

They'll be fine ! Just keep an eye on pressures when you come in.

 

[imprezaworks]

Cheers mate

 

[Steve]

When the tyre gets too hot and the rubber comes way from the carcase. Spec 2's had a rep for it a few years back.

This is what happens with lots of heat, hence I would avoid on track.
The tread blocks literally fly off, not confidence inspiring.
In the wet be prepared as not very good.

 

[imprezaworks]

Maybe not then lol

 

[Chip-mk1]

If you drive around pretty much within their grip limit, then delaminating isnt really an issue, and most other road tyres will not hold up will to proper track abuse either, so I wouldnt let it put you off too much if you have them lieing around and want to give them a try.

I always use proper trackday tyres though, they take abuse better and they grip much much better.

 

[imprezaworks]

Well hopefully i will be doing a few trackdays this year so it might be an idea to get some proper tyres, just being tight at the moment as im spending money quicker than i earn it

 

[James28]

ill have some paradas up for sale at the end of the month, barely done 150 miles! all four looking for £140

16" Tyres?

 

[Kieran..]

Naaa 15'' mate

 

[imprezaworks]

Did you get my pm Kieren?

 

[Tony Hunter]

Those tyres are legendary. If the track is dry and they are warm i don't think you can get better road legal tyres than that. But check if you're making a good deal ofc.

Are you on drugs??

 

[imprezaworks]

Whats your thoughts on the tyres Tony? Any other recommendations?

 

[Rob]

You do realise that unless you're racing every week, your tyre choices aren't going to change how much you enjoy the day, right?

I think people on here often think they're Lewis Hamilton or something, just go, have fun and try to improve. It's not like you're racing for pink slips.

 

[imprezaworks]

Lol, yeah i realise that and i suppose i am getting a tad carried away. Just looking for the best option over cost, but at the same time dont want to make a mistake.

 

[Tony Hunter]

Dunlop Direzza's
Yoko A048
888's

I have no experience of any of these budget tyres,V8,V12,Parada 1,2,3's or whatever they are called.

By the way, 888's are good in the wet if the pressure's are reduced and suspension softened.

But saying all that,you're not after times and out for fun,so stick with what you can get for a decent price and see how you go.

In Hungary we raced on Pirelli P2000,sh1t tyre,but we shaved the tread off as much as we could,went out and had fun,mucho fun as well.

 

[Kieran..]

I did get it, was just about to reply, I will only be selling all 4 together sorry, also had a few offers already

 

[Tony Hunter]

You do realise that unless you're racing every week, your tyre choices aren't going to change how much you enjoy the day, right?

I think people on here often think they're Lewis Hamilton or something, just go, have fun and try to improve. It's not like you're racing for pink slips.

Bang on Rob,you knob.

 

[Chip-mk1]

You do realise that unless you're racing every week, your tyre choices aren't going to change how much you enjoy the day, right?

I think people on here often think they're Lewis Hamilton or something, just go, have fun and try to improve. It's not like you're racing for pink slips.

Maybe its cause we know we arent lewis hamilton we need good tyres to avoid getting humiliated in the bends? lol