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abs0lutexer0 · 03-16-2007, 06:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Highrev1

RUn 40-42 PSI front and rear. You will still scallop your tires and probably need new ones in a few events.

Thanks, but can someone please answer the question below.

Quote:

Originally Posted by abs0lutexer0

Another question is related to helmets. I saw some motorcycle helmets made by HJC and KBC that are Snell M2005. Can someone please verified whether I can use those at SCCA events... or do I have to get one that is SA2005? I think M=motorcycle and SA=special application.

***Highrev1*** · 03-16-2007, 07:15 PM

4.3.1 Helmets
Helmets meeting the following standards must be worn while on
course: All helmets meeting the current or two immediately
preceding Snell Foundation standards (SA, K, or M), or SFI standards
31.1A, 31.2A, 41.1A, or 41.2A are acceptable.

abs0lutexer0 · 03-17-2007, 03:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Highrev1

4.3.1 Helmets
Helmets meeting the following standards must be worn while on
course: All helmets meeting the current or two immediately
preceding Snell Foundation standards (SA, K, or M), or SFI standards
31.1A, 31.2A, 41.1A, or 41.2A are acceptable.

Thank you sir.

130R · 03-17-2007, 09:14 PM

For what its worth, I ran the OEM Summer tires a few times last year in a local street tire class. I even managed to win the class a few times on them (40+ cars in the class).

I ran the front pressures as high as the max pressure on the tire lists, which is 50psi. I ran the rears as high as 45psi, as low as 35psi, depending on conditions.

The car behaved very well on the tires. Mine are for sale if anyone wants them! They have about 40 autocross runs and 12,000 miles on them though! Make an offer!

BAR296 · 03-17-2007, 11:40 PM

well well well, look who finally shows up hahaha.

130R · 03-18-2007, 03:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BAR296

well well well, look who finally shows up hahaha.

Calm down grasshopper. I'be been in here since page 14!

Wallyk20 · 03-18-2007, 10:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 130R

For what its worth, I ran the OEM Summer tires a few times last year in a local street tire class. I even managed to win the class a few times on them (40+ cars in the class).

I ran the front pressures as high as the max pressure on the tire lists, which is 50psi. I ran the rears as high as 45psi, as low as 35psi, depending on conditions.

The car behaved very well on the tires. Mine are for sale if anyone wants them! They have about 40 autocross runs and 12,000 miles on them though! Make an offer!

Thanks Sam. That's just what I wanted to know... Now I don't have to ask on 3/31.

abs0lutexer0 · 03-18-2007, 11:40 PM

Today's event was so much fun! I've found myself a new hobby... I'm enjoying it more than snowboarding! =P

Kurt · 03-19-2007, 12:33 PM

I'm going to order a helmet this week.

1st HI 06 Si · 03-19-2007, 01:38 PM

Any one in here run in the Oregon SCCA? I will be there the start of April and there is an even at the end of April, just seeing if there is any one that runs in Oregon always nice to know at least one person when you show up.

abs0lutexer0 · 03-19-2007, 02:09 PM

Any autocrossers from Bay Area, CA? I'd like to meet some fellow 8thcivic autocrossers from the Bay Area!! Let me know... maybe we can hit up the events together.

abs0lutexer0 · 03-19-2007, 07:18 PM

I'm planning to get some tires for the wheels that I just purchased. I got some kosei k1s (16x7.5 +43) and I'd like to run at least 225/45. Do you guys think I can fit any wider tires (235 or 245) w/o rubbing? I did some research and there aren't a lot of tire selections for 16s. I think the widest I've seen are 225s (please correct me if I'm wrong). The car is a daily driver, and I only have money for 1 set of wheels, so I won't be getting any r-compounds. I'm looking at the Falken Azenis RT615 225/50-16 and Kumho Ecsta SPT 225/45-16. I'd like to run 225/45-16, but the Azenis don't come in that size. What do you guys recommend?

venomous · 03-19-2007, 07:24 PM

I responded to your PM.

Kurt · 03-19-2007, 07:29 PM

These helmets are expensive

And do you guys wear gloves? Does it make a difference?

venomous · 03-19-2007, 07:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kurt

These helmets are expensive

And do you guys wear gloves? Does it make a difference?

You can wear gloves, but it is totally up to you. they won't make you any faster :)

venomous · 03-19-2007, 07:42 PM

Speaking of helmets, I need to get a new one for this year.

Kurt · 03-19-2007, 07:50 PM

Does it have to be SA or can you get an M certified

BAR296 · 03-19-2007, 08:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kurt

These helmets are expensive

And do you guys wear gloves? Does it make a difference?

I do, i bought them because i ran into a couple times where i lost grip or my hands slipped off the wheel mid-turn. If you really want come find me at the Learning Curve and you can try mine before you go out and buy some.

for helmets we use Snell ratings (95 and newer) but typically you'll find '00 and newer helmets being sold by dealers.

***Highrev1*** · 03-19-2007, 08:16 PM

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Kurt · 03-20-2007, 12:54 PM

Done. Ordered this helmet just now -

114 bucks shipped.

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abs0lutexer0 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 1,414 iTrader: 7 / 100%	Any autocrossers from Bay Area, CA? I'd like to meet some fellow 8thcivic autocrossers from the Bay Area!! Let me know... maybe we can hit up the events together.

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abs0lutexer0 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 1,414 iTrader: 7 / 100%	I'm planning to get some tires for the wheels that I just purchased. I got some kosei k1s (16x7.5 +43) and I'd like to run at least 225/45. Do you guys think I can fit any wider tires (235 or 245) w/o rubbing? I did some research and there aren't a lot of tire selections for 16s. I think the widest I've seen are 225s (please correct me if I'm wrong). The car is a daily driver, and I only have money for 1 set of wheels, so I won't be getting any r-compounds. I'm looking at the Falken Azenis RT615 225/50-16 and Kumho Ecsta SPT 225/45-16. I'd like to run 225/45-16, but the Azenis don't come in that size. What do you guys recommend?

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venomous Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 121 iTrader: 0 / 0%	I responded to your PM.

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Kurt Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Age: 22 Posts: 3,633 iTrader: 2 / 100%	These helmets are expensive And do you guys wear gloves? Does it make a difference?

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venomous Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 121 iTrader: 0 / 0%	Speaking of helmets, I need to get a new one for this year.

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Kurt Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Age: 22 Posts: 3,633 iTrader: 2 / 100%	Does it have to be SA or can you get an M certified

03-20-2007, 12:54 PM	#240 (permalink)
Kurt Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Age: 22 Posts: 3,633 iTrader: 2 / 100%	Done. Ordered this helmet just now - 114 bucks shipped.