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Old 04-26-2010, 04:13 PM   #1
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best track tire pressure for Sport Cups and BFG R1

Hi,

as I am a "racer on a budget" and am always looking for some good deals. This year I bought two sets of slightly used track tires which should be just enough to bring me through this year's track season.

The tires are
* Michelin Sport Cups
* BFG R1

As I never tracked any of these those before I was wondering if anyone has some experience with them (on a Boxster) and could share the "sweet spot" for front/rear "hot" tire pressure for both of them

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Hi,

as I am a "racer on a budget" and am always looking for some good deals. This year I bought two sets of slightly used track tires which should be just enough to bring me through this year's track season.

The tires are
* Michelin Sport Cups
* BFG R1

As I never tracked any of these those before I was wondering if anyone has some experience with them (on a Boxster) and could share the "sweet spot" for front/rear "hot" tire pressure for both of them
I have never run nonstock tires but I do use a pyrometer to check tire temps after hot laps. I have seen these for $50 range. Also you should check Michelin/BFG website for baseline PSI.

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