Eagle F1 assymetrics no more?

[shorts!]

Are these really no longer available in 225/35/18 for the front of a T350? apparently there is a 'special' version recommended for Audis but I'm concerned as all Audis are noticeably heavier than our cars that they may have been made to accommodate this extra weight and so not be so good for TVRs any more. Any thoughts? Suggestions for alternatives?

(I'm sure this has been asked already but can't find anything on SEARCH, sorry)

[K4TRV]

http://www.camskill.co.uk/m61b0s20p105405/Goodyear_Tyres_Car_Goodyear_Eagle_F1_Asymmetric_-_225_35_R18_87W_XL_%28AO%29_FP_TL_Fuel_Eff_%3A_F_Wet_Grip%3A_B_NoiseClass%3A_1_Noise%3A_68dB

[Mattt]

I wouldn't be concerned by running 'extra load' tyres - same for speed ratings etc - over spec shouldn't be an issue.

Strange that the Assy 2 isn't available in that size though, I run Assy 1 on the front and Assy 2 on the rear (in 255 section).

[Mattt]

Ah, just noticed the Assy 2 is available in a 40 profile - isn't that standard anyway?

[s6boy]

Mattt said:

I wouldn't be concerned by running 'extra load' tyres - same for speed ratings etc - over spec shouldn't be an issue.

Strange that the Assy 2 isn't available in that size though, I run Assy 1 on the front and Assy 2 on the rear (in 255 section).

I'd agree about over spec on the speed rating not being an issue, however higher load rated tyres will harm ride and handling.

[Mattt]

Yes, stiffer sidewalls would do that but it wouldn't be dangerous.

It's also hard to find a tyre in this spec that isn't 'XL', certain the Assy 1 & 2 are.

[crimbo]

so out of the choice you guys would not run stiffer sidewalls?

I have always choose them for everything

[shorts!]

On a 35 profile tyre I'm not too sure how much difference a stiffer sidewall can make, they already feel pretty stiff.
Has anyone tried P Zeros?

[Mattt]

I was interested in trying the PS3, although read about poor wear rate.

Overall I'm happy with the Eagle F1.

[s6boy]

crimbo said:

so out of the choice you guys would not run stiffer sidewalls?

I have always choose them for everything

The best tyre choice I've made is reduce my rears from 255/35 97 to 245/40 with 93 load rating. With no suspension changes the car is so much smoother in all conditions, and you'd need to be a serious driver on track to notice any difference in grip.
On the fronts I've always thought a 35 profile (although usually 40 I know) with stiffer side walls could be a contributory factor to tram lining due to their lack of compliance.
Just my 2 pennies but love the way my car drives now.
Have a read here for what weight the load rating refers to:
http://www.ctyres.co.uk/tyre_info/tyre_load_index....

[Geoff Ashcroft]

I wouldn't choose extra load tyres by choice on a lightweight car - they are akin to run flats. Had some on the woman's SLK (18in Conti's) and it was only when I bought another style of 18in AMG alloy with identical size tyres that were not 'extra load' that I noticed an instant transformation from the original jarring ride.