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Old 01-28-2002, 11:00 PM   #9
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Re: JIC Coilovers, alignment, and tire recommendations!

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Originally posted by SE-R_Dan
Hey SR20-Monkeys. I just bought Luke's (G22DET) fire breathing monster of a G20 yesterday, and I have some questions for the experts. First of all, the car has Sumitomo HTRZ II tires in 215/40/17. The center tread is pretty decent, but the outer edge is worn bald on 3/4 corners.
Mine did that as well. They were pretty decent on the race track, but I went through those tires like candy. Always at the edges.

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Originally posted by SE-R_Dan
Anyone know how to prevent this or know of a good performance-oriented alignment shop in West LA/Santa Monica area?
Go to the place Mike Kojima recommends. I cannot remember who it is, but I do know it's in the SE-R list archives.

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Originally posted by SE-R_Dan
When the tires do finally give up the ghost, does anyone have a suggestion for replacing them? The Sumitomos are pretty cheap, but this is my first experience with the brand. I'm looking for ultimate traction in putting all that DET horsepower to the ground, along with decent treadware and road noise.
Well, I like the Yokohama Paradas that I switched to. I had A520s on my SE-R and really liked them. I'll probably put another set on my SE-R when I get it back on the road. They are noisy though.
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