Toyo R888R Vs Michelin Cup 2
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Toyo R888R Vs Michelin Cup 2
Currently running toyo R888R on the rear of my C63S, thinking of changing to the michelin cup 2 just because the R888R’s road noise drives me mad sometimes
Anyone on here been through the same? Or is running michelin cup 2 on the rear of their C63S?
Just after some feedback regarding the cup 2’s
Anyone on here been through the same? Or is running michelin cup 2 on the rear of their C63S?
Just after some feedback regarding the cup 2’s
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Since day 1
I've been on Cup 2
On my C63
on all 4
So I can't compare for you
With the Toyo
(I believe Brian McKnight sang something similar)
But i can say I don't hear any road noise. I only hear the exhaust while driving. At low speeds I break the traction on the tires. So I guess that's similar to everyone else. The braking and cornering is very reliable and neck-breaking and hasn't failed me yet even on the track.
Sorry the comparison is subjective, as my view is only one sided.
I've been on Cup 2
On my C63
on all 4
So I can't compare for you
With the Toyo
(I believe Brian McKnight sang something similar)
But i can say I don't hear any road noise. I only hear the exhaust while driving. At low speeds I break the traction on the tires. So I guess that's similar to everyone else. The braking and cornering is very reliable and neck-breaking and hasn't failed me yet even on the track.
Sorry the comparison is subjective, as my view is only one sided.
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i have the cup 2 on my C63s and love them
I did have the Nitto Invos 9owned by Toyo) on m e63s wagon and absolutely loved the tread design - great grip, but did push a bit when thrown into a corner hard - i recently went with cup2 on the wagon too and they are hands down amazing!!!!
I did have the Nitto Invos 9owned by Toyo) on m e63s wagon and absolutely loved the tread design - great grip, but did push a bit when thrown into a corner hard - i recently went with cup2 on the wagon too and they are hands down amazing!!!!
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i have the cup 2 on my C63s and love them
I did have the Nitto Invos 9owned by Toyo) on m e63s wagon and absolutely loved the tread design - great grip, but did push a bit when thrown into a corner hard - i recently went with cup2 on the wagon too and they are hands down amazing!!!!
I did have the Nitto Invos 9owned by Toyo) on m e63s wagon and absolutely loved the tread design - great grip, but did push a bit when thrown into a corner hard - i recently went with cup2 on the wagon too and they are hands down amazing!!!!
Mine is making 7XX WHP, the toyos hold the power just the road noise annoys me sometimes when going for a drive
I was looking at the NT555R2’s but cant get them where i am located, so been looking at the Cup 2’s
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I'm only talking from experience with Cup 2 MO1 (OEM) for coupe in 285 rear size and I had these when my car only had ECU & TCU tune by Allen with 360rwkw i could never ever hook in them. They were the worst for grip man I swear you'll hate them
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I myself am in the same power range and was very recently looking for the NT555R2's and they're out of stock everywhere. Even had a dealer call Nitto directly and they aren't sure when these tires will be available (at least for 305/30/20).
I was debating between Cup2 and PS4S (Porsche N0 spec) and ultimately went PS4S (305/30/20) on my 20x11 BC Forged's wheels (lowered). To Jimmy's point, you really have to heat Cup2's up to get them to be useful.
I have 50 miles on the PS4S and at similar power levels, I can get them to hook in 3rd @ WOT after they are warm(er). 1st and 2nd gear, forget about it.
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If you can find them in the correct size, at your power level, go for the R888R's.
I myself am in the same power range and was very recently looking for the NT555R2's and they're out of stock everywhere. Even had a dealer call Nitto directly and they aren't sure when these tires will be available (at least for 305/30/20).
I was debating between Cup2 and PS4S (Porsche N0 spec) and ultimately went PS4S (305/30/20) on my 20x11 BC Forged's wheels (lowered). To Jimmy's point, you really have to heat Cup2's up to get them to be useful.
I have 50 miles on the PS4S and at similar power levels, I can get them to hook in 3rd @ WOT after they are warm(er). 1st and 2nd gear, forget about it.
I myself am in the same power range and was very recently looking for the NT555R2's and they're out of stock everywhere. Even had a dealer call Nitto directly and they aren't sure when these tires will be available (at least for 305/30/20).
I was debating between Cup2 and PS4S (Porsche N0 spec) and ultimately went PS4S (305/30/20) on my 20x11 BC Forged's wheels (lowered). To Jimmy's point, you really have to heat Cup2's up to get them to be useful.
I have 50 miles on the PS4S and at similar power levels, I can get them to hook in 3rd @ WOT after they are warm(er). 1st and 2nd gear, forget about it.
I already have R888R’s on the back they work great after abit of heat has gotten into them
Would you say the PS4S work better then the Cup2’s?
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I was in the same dilemma and ended up with the PS4S (even though Cup2's were the same price).
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Located in Australia, i wouldnt say colder temps even in winter here doesnt get that cold and no its not my daily driver
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*****I was thinking of upgrading to the Toyos as I have regular PS4's now and am roasting them off the rims just feathering the throttle, etc... I can get the Toyos, as they are in stock in my area at the moment but am wondering just how loud the road noise is on them that you notice them so much? I might end up with just the PS4S when they come back in if it is really that loud.. My car is not a daily driver and is not even remotely stock anymore so it's not *that* big a deal I guess if they are a bit louder but do you notice it only at highway speeds or all the time?
On the freeway is the worst the faster you go the louder it gets
I was looking at the Cup2’s or PS4S theres nothing else out there and the NT555R2 no one is bringing them into australia
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The toyo’s grip great with heat in them, but they sound like a broken whining diff, even if the toyo’s wheel spin abit they still propel you forward
On the freeway is the worst the faster you go the louder it gets
I was looking at the Cup2’s or PS4S theres nothing else out there and the NT555R2 no one is bringing them into australia
On the freeway is the worst the faster you go the louder it gets
I was looking at the Cup2’s or PS4S theres nothing else out there and the NT555R2 no one is bringing them into australia
what about Bridgestone Potenza RE71RS’s
