Stradale Track tires.

PS2.

 

Hoosier is coming out with 19" slicks. Check with the dealer.

 

Slicks might be a bit much for the Stradale as it sits. I've run slicks on street cars before and they are too sticky and kinda overwhelm the suspension by getting full spring and shock compression.

I would think that if you can replace the Stradale springs/shocks/swaybars with a full challenge race set up, then you will have an amazing track car...otherwise if you run slicks with a stock suspension try to run a hard compound if there is a choice.

I'd like to hear more from others that have tracked Stradales as to what they think.

 

The Pirelli slicks used in this years Challenge series will fit. I have a set but have not run them yet. They are available from Bob Woodward in Canada. I will probably run these next month. Seems like the Stradale suspension is fairly stiff so I think they will be OK.

I am running PS2 Michelins for the street. Might be OK for one or two track days. I sense a bit of understeer when pushed on the street but maybe on the track that would balance out.

Have fun.

 

Woops, sorry I had a minor brainfart

 

Even though Tire Rack doesn't list them on their page in the correct sizes, it still might be worth a call. ok, back to lurking.

 

I can't remember the exact price for the slicks but think it was about $1200 for the set. Yes I have them mounted on a spare set of Stradale wheels. It appears to be a very strong BBS wheel. Three piece wheels are not as stiff. I would think they will be fine for 2 or three track days. Racing tires generally do not have rubber preservative in them so once they are used they have about a 12 month shelf life. They are also sensitive to heat cycles.

And of course a big word of caution the first few laps can be very slippery. They really don't work until they get warm. After that life is good!!

 

I've been running the Pirelli slicks form the 430 Challenge series. I got three full sets and have already chorded one of them. They are very, very sticky and very fun. Insane fun. I am also running steep camber on the front as well. You'll be grinning for sure!

I alsohave 3 sets of Stradale Rims... these thingsbend when you look at them wrong so don't be too hard on the bumpers or the turn out. I take some spares to the track so I don't get shorted on my track days.

If you live where its cold, you'll need to heat your garage to be warm. These tires don't like to get cold in storage.

If you have trouble getting the tires from your dealer, PM me and I can point you to some resources.

 

Pirelli slicks are available from Bob Woodman in eastern Canada.

843 524 8473

Just had my regular tire dealer mount them today. The fronts were a little hard to get seated on the rim. It was a loud POP! They recommend 31 to 32 PSI hot for tire pressures. Otherwise all was well. Also when mounting the bar code goes to the inside. I'll post a report after I try them. I can't wait. Now I am excited.