Semi slicks without dry sump?

Semi slicks without dry sump?

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Synchromesh

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2,428 posts

167 months

Tuesday 11th October 2016
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Thinking of putting some semi-slick Nankang NS-2R tyres on my Caterham. It's a 1600 K-series Supersport (135bhp) without a dry sump or anti-cav.

In short, is this a bad idea? I know a dry sump is necessary for running full slicks, but how about for these (budget) semi slicks?

Synchromesh

Original Poster:

2,428 posts

167 months

Tuesday 11th October 2016
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xcentric said:
road - fine. track - be aware.....
Track is what I want them for. Is this a no-no then?

Synchromesh

Original Poster:

2,428 posts

167 months

Thursday 13th October 2016
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Thanks for the advice.

Looks like I should be ok with an Apollo tank installed then, although I'm going to have my oil pressure gauge looked at first as I don't think it's doing much at the moment!