i got the new rubber on the front and took it to my usual places where i could push them hard. boy what a positive difference the 225 make on the front! i know it's partly the tire as well not just the size, i had 205 Michelin Pilot Sport on the front before and while not bad, very much a street tire.
the RS3's on 225 gives very solid steering feel when pushed to the limit and the grip.. now that's something to write home to your mom about! where before i would be squealing the heck out of the Michelins these were holding on for dear life and the poor girlfriend was having a really hard time trying to stay in her seat (not ready to splurge on a bucket seat for the passenger yet
). i had to push very hard to get them to break loose a bit. i was very impressed indeed at what a little more tire and grippier rubber does for the handling.
it feels more planted at speed as well and the steering is a tad heavier but in a good way. running 32psi front 34psi rear cold.
i am very happy with my purchase gents! thanks a lot for the input!
i can only imagine how it will handle with a more aggressive alignment which i'm hoping to get this week.