Pics, new tires, DFWDude emblem and post-flash 55K thoughts
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Pics, new tires, DFWDude emblem and post-flash 55K thoughts
With 13k miles, my stock Contis were toast. Down past the wear bars and anything more than a light touch on the throttle produced wheelspin. I decided to try something different and ordered up a pair of Nitto 555R for the back, 285/35 18s.
Although the size is a little bigger than the stock 265/35 18 Contis, the real measurements (as provided by the manufacturers) are very close. The Nittos end up being just slightly taller by about 1/2". Fit is great, didn't notice any add'l noise over the Contis and the Nittos drive just like any other high performance summer tire on the twisty road where I live. I didn't get a chance to get any heat in them, hammering the car from a dig just produced smoke on the street.
I also received my DFWDude white emblem for the hood. It looks great (pics below)!
I hope to provide more information about 55k ECU dealer flash, as we're hitting the track tomorrow for a private day. If previous days are any indication, the track should be hooking like a $2 *****
Previous track days have resulted in a 12.20 and 12.16 best times for my car (on the stock Contis) before the dealer recall ECU reflash.
Now some pics...
Although the size is a little bigger than the stock 265/35 18 Contis, the real measurements (as provided by the manufacturers) are very close. The Nittos end up being just slightly taller by about 1/2". Fit is great, didn't notice any add'l noise over the Contis and the Nittos drive just like any other high performance summer tire on the twisty road where I live. I didn't get a chance to get any heat in them, hammering the car from a dig just produced smoke on the street.
I also received my DFWDude white emblem for the hood. It looks great (pics below)!
I hope to provide more information about 55k ECU dealer flash, as we're hitting the track tomorrow for a private day. If previous days are any indication, the track should be hooking like a $2 *****
Previous track days have resulted in a 12.20 and 12.16 best times for my car (on the stock Contis) before the dealer recall ECU reflash.Now some pics...
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I ran the 555R's on my Vette year-round, all types of weather, never any problems - you shouldn't have any hassles. Not the greatest DR at the strip, but should certainly be an improvement over the stock Conti's.
Very interested in your post-flash times tomorrow . . .
Very interested in your post-flash times tomorrow . . .
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From: Frederick, MD
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Jrocket/Beowulf - the weather will dictate what I run. I was pretty consistent on my Contis, so I hope the DRs will give me a little more hook and retain the same consistency. It should be obvious if the 'flash' issue is really an issue with my car.
2K6E55 - I'm about 15mins N of Rockville, if you take 270N.
2K6E55 - I'm about 15mins N of Rockville, if you take 270N.
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Looks good. One emblem and one roof and we would have twins. I might take care of the emblem soon. My stock one would not come off the last time MB-BOB and I tried. I guess I need to find some channel locks or a pipe wrench and try again.
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With 13k miles, my stock Contis were toast. Down past the wear bars and anything more than a light touch on the throttle produced wheelspin. I decided to try something different and ordered up a pair of Nitto 555R for the back, 285/35 18s.
Although the size is a little bigger than the stock 265/35 18 Contis, the real measurements (as provided by the manufacturers) are very close. The Nittos end up being just slightly taller by about 1/2". Fit is great, didn't notice any add'l noise over the Contis and the Nittos drive just like any other high performance summer tire on the twisty road where I live. I didn't get a chance to get any heat in them, hammering the car from a dig just produced smoke on the street.
I also received my DFWDude white emblem for the hood. It looks great (pics below)!
I hope to provide more information about 55k ECU dealer flash, as we're hitting the track tomorrow for a private day. If previous days are any indication, the track should be hooking like a $2 ***** Previous track days have resulted in a 12.20 and 12.16 best times for my car (on the stock Contis) before the dealer recall ECU reflash.
Now some pics...
Although the size is a little bigger than the stock 265/35 18 Contis, the real measurements (as provided by the manufacturers) are very close. The Nittos end up being just slightly taller by about 1/2". Fit is great, didn't notice any add'l noise over the Contis and the Nittos drive just like any other high performance summer tire on the twisty road where I live. I didn't get a chance to get any heat in them, hammering the car from a dig just produced smoke on the street.
I also received my DFWDude white emblem for the hood. It looks great (pics below)!
I hope to provide more information about 55k ECU dealer flash, as we're hitting the track tomorrow for a private day. If previous days are any indication, the track should be hooking like a $2 *****
Previous track days have resulted in a 12.20 and 12.16 best times for my car (on the stock Contis) before the dealer recall ECU reflash.Now some pics...
Post ECU flash and I cant even do a burn out. NO JOKE! Good luck!
