Decisions on tires. Nitto NT01 & Proxys R888 - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

Steve_ZL1 · 12-28-2014, 10:21 AM

OK, so let me start with this. I DO NOT want a summer tire. I want DOT comp tires. With that said we also run into the tire size we will need to run. That makes the choices very slim.

I AM going to run the Nitto NT05Rs in the rear in a 315/35/20. They will be about 1/4 inch taller overall. No big deal. So the Rears are set.

Fronts are a bit more of a question. What are your thoughts?

I am going to run 1 of these for sure. Which one? 285/35/20

Nitto NT01 or Toyo Proxys R888. The Nitto NT01 is on worldwide back order in the size I need. But I do have time. The Nitto & Toyo are the exact same compound and overall size as well. Price does not matter. So we can skip that.

Experienced and logical thoughts would be great.. Thanks guys! I have added links to both tires below.

http://toyotires.com/tire/pattern/pr...n-tires?cat=11

http://www.nittotire.com/race-tires/...d-course-tire/

ss/rs/378 · 12-28-2014, 06:09 PM

I am planning on running the NittoNTO5R as well on the rears great choice I have been told by my shop they are a good all around tire for the ZL1 but I have 80% of tread life left on the stock fronts so I will give them a try and see what happens. Don't really have an opinion on the other 2 brands you mentioned but if it was me if your going with Nittos I would probably stay with them!!!

jon6.0 · 01-30-2015, 12:37 PM

NT05R is a drag racing tire. Waste of money to put a sticky tire meant for turning when your rear tires are only meant for going straight.

Sakudog · 01-30-2015, 01:02 PM

My car came with fresh Toyo 888s and from a grip/performance perspective, my LORD once they are warm they are the best tire you've ever enjoyed. They are stiff and loud compared to the Pilot Super Sport I have on my V but the ultimate grip and consistency is pretty incredible.

Mike535 · 01-30-2015, 05:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Sakudog

My car came with fresh Toyo 888s and from a grip/performance perspective, my LORD once they are warm they are the best tire you've ever enjoyed. They are stiff and loud compared to the Pilot Super Sport I have on my V but the ultimate grip and consistency is pretty incredible.

I'm planning to get the 888s too , do you have any pictures of it on the car ?

Sakudog · 01-31-2015, 06:49 PM

Sure...

https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.n...c029c849fe5d1c

https://scontent-b-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/...d2&oe=556A9DAD

jessrayo · 01-31-2015, 07:09 PM

I'm kind of agreeing with jon6.0 but if you were doing a drifing event I could see that tire combination being perfect. The Toyos's are very good tires and unless you actually drag race the car you probably would be better off running toyos all the way around. The drag tires need an air pressure reduction to give you any traction advantage over a road racing tire and you probably don't want to drive at 17 psi on the street.

Aero_Sport_Concepts · 01-31-2015, 09:08 PM

From what I've research the Nitto performs a little better the Too. And this BO deal going on with the Nitto's. If they don't get moving I'll be running the 888s. Both are great tires. I think the 315 is just a little big for the rear. Will probably create under steer some. Think I might go 285s all four corners and use a High Wing for a bit more pressure on the rear end

Stephen12ZL1 · 02-02-2015, 04:06 PM

If you are running ng the NT05r on the rear, run the NT01 on the front. Toyo Proxes R888 are great tires but are very noisy. They howl like a "mudder tire". NT01s have to be quieter and stick just as well as the Toyos.

Sakudog · 02-06-2015, 11:43 AM

Guy I have not had a chance to track my car yet, it has been too cold.

Today the ZL1 is at Advanced Modern Performance getting a complete fuel system installed to safely support the power levels the car is making. (750+ rwhp)

I'll have some track feedback soon, but the 888/315 rear in very hard spirited driving has exhibited only throttle induced over-steer.

UNDRFTD · 02-25-2016, 10:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Sakudog

Sure...

https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.n...c029c849fe5d1c

https://scontent-b-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/...d2&oe=556A9DAD

Id like to see them as well But your Photos are not showing up?

Sakudog · 03-04-2016, 07:25 AM

Switched to the NT01 and I'm much happier.

Whos Drivin · 03-04-2016, 02:50 PM

Does anyone have any experiences with either the NT01 or R888 in cool weather (40-60F)? Any better/worse than the goodyears?

I need something with better overall grip, want a stiff sidewall (no drag radial), and rain isn't an issue. But I do get quite a fee days with cooler weather.

And no MPSS either...I need the extra >60 grip more than the <60.

Sakudog · 03-17-2016, 01:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Whos Drivin

Does anyone have any experiences with either the NT01 or R888 in cool weather (40-60F)? Any better/worse than the goodyears?

I need something with better overall grip, want a stiff sidewall (no drag radial), and rain isn't an issue. But I do get quite a fee days with cooler weather.

And no MPSS either...I need the extra >60 grip more than the <60.

Both Nitto and Toyo warns against using the tires in sub 40 degree temps. My Toyo 888s cracked after driving them in Icy weather. Just curious, but have you thought about calling Nitto or Toyo to ask them these questions?

The majority of the ZL1 crowd is the show and shine type, check with some hard core road racing forums or just call the tire makers.

12-28-2014, 10:21 AM	#1
Steve_ZL1 COTW 12.15.14 Drives: 2015 Camaro ZL/8 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: New York Posts: 304	Decisions on tires. Nitto NT01 & Proxys R888 OK, so let me start with this. I DO NOT want a summer tire. I want DOT comp tires. With that said we also run into the tire size we will need to run. That makes the choices very slim. I AM going to run the Nitto NT05Rs in the rear in a 315/35/20. They will be about 1/4 inch taller overall. No big deal. So the Rears are set. Fronts are a bit more of a question. What are your thoughts? I am going to run 1 of these for sure. Which one? 285/35/20 Nitto NT01 or Toyo Proxys R888. The Nitto NT01 is on worldwide back order in the size I need. But I do have time. The Nitto & Toyo are the exact same compound and overall size as well. Price does not matter. So we can skip that. Experienced and logical thoughts would be great.. Thanks guys! I have added links to both tires below. http://toyotires.com/tire/pattern/pr...n-tires?cat=11 http://www.nittotire.com/race-tires/...d-course-tire/ __________________ *COTW 12.15.14* Follow my build thread: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=384682 AND check me out on Instagram @ZL8CAMARO Last edited by Steve_ZL1; 12-28-2014 at 11:04 AM.

12-28-2014, 06:09 PM	#2
ss/rs/378 Drives: 2012 ZL1 Camaro Victory Red Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Fort Wayne Indiana Posts: 333	I am planning on running the NittoNTO5R as well on the rears great choice I have been told by my shop they are a good all around tire for the ZL1 but I have 80% of tread life left on the stock fronts so I will give them a try and see what happens. Don't really have an opinion on the other 2 brands you mentioned but if it was me if your going with Nittos I would probably stay with them!!! __________________ 2.55 UPPER PULLEY,100MM IDLER PULLEY,160 STAT,PORTED TB,PORTED SNOUT,MSD PLUG WIRES,NKG PLUGS,KENNE BELL EXTERNAL FUEL PUMP,2"KOOKS HEADERS,HIGH FLOW CATS,3"CORSA 60LB DEKA INJECTORS TUNED BY FROST 580RWHP,571RWTQ.

01-30-2015, 12:37 PM	#3
jon6.0 Going for Plaid Drives: 2011 C6 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Phoenix Posts: 885	NT05R is a drag racing tire. Waste of money to put a sticky tire meant for turning when your rear tires are only meant for going straight. __________________ 2014 ZL1, manual trans, carbon hood insert, Rotofab, Pacesetter 1 7/8" headers, 1" drop BMR springs, stock pulleys, 91 octane tune, 545rwhp & 515rwtq Serviced and modded by Cordes Performance. 2011 C6, 750rwhp, forged LS3, ported LSA heads, Vortech Ti-trim, 227/243 115+4 Lunati cam, ported LS3 intake, Alky Control methanol, Pfadt sways/shocks/trans mounts, Pfadt tri-y headers(Sold 6/28/14)

01-30-2015, 01:02 PM	#4
Sakudog Drives: 2019 ZL1 1LE A10 Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: The ATX Posts: 966	My car came with fresh Toyo 888s and from a grip/performance perspective, my LORD once they are warm they are the best tire you've ever enjoyed. They are stiff and loud compared to the Pilot Super Sport I have on my V but the ultimate grip and consistency is pretty incredible. __________________ Ryker #29 2019 ZL1 1LE A10 2015 Z/28 #809

01-31-2015, 06:49 PM	#6
Sakudog Drives: 2019 ZL1 1LE A10 Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: The ATX Posts: 966	Sure... https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.n...c029c849fe5d1c https://scontent-b-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/...d2&oe=556A9DAD __________________ Ryker #29 2019 ZL1 1LE A10 2015 Z/28 #809

01-31-2015, 07:09 PM	#7
jessrayo Speed Freak Drives: 2013 ZL1 Camaro, 2016 Camaro SS Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Ardmore, OK Posts: 2,637 View My Garage	I'm kind of agreeing with jon6.0 but if you were doing a drifing event I could see that tire combination being perfect. The Toyos's are very good tires and unless you actually drag race the car you probably would be better off running toyos all the way around. The drag tires need an air pressure reduction to give you any traction advantage over a road racing tire and you probably don't want to drive at 17 psi on the street. __________________ 2016 SS -AGP twin Borg Warner 7163 EFR's, LT4 mechanical pump, LT4 injectors, Walbro 255 low side, Castrol SRF. 734whp/759 tq 2013 ZL1 -ADM - 427 LSX 6 bolt, O-ringed block built by LME. Twin PT6466 turbos. RPM custom manual trans, RPS Quad carbon clutch, 9" Hendrix rear diff & axles. ADM/squash fuel system, Ron Davis radiator, Spal fans, AGP air to air, turbo plumbing. LPE oil cooler, rear bushing upgrade, roll bar...etc. rwhp 1400+... 212.5mph, best Texas mile to date.

01-31-2015, 09:08 PM	#8
Aero_Sport_Concepts aerosportconcepts@gmail Drives: '15 1SS-RS/1LE (RRM) Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Menifee, SoCal Posts: 1,387 View My Garage	From what I've research the Nitto performs a little better the Too. And this BO deal going on with the Nitto's. If they don't get moving I'll be running the 888s. Both are great tires. I think the 315 is just a little big for the rear. Will probably create under steer some. Think I might go 285s all four corners and use a High Wing for a bit more pressure on the rear end __________________

02-02-2015, 04:06 PM	#9
Stephen12ZL1 Drives: '21 ZLE A10 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Mechanicsville, VA Posts: 6,808	If you are running ng the NT05r on the rear, run the NT01 on the front. Toyo Proxes R888 are great tires but are very noisy. They howl like a "mudder tire". NT01s have to be quieter and stick just as well as the Toyos. __________________ '21 ZLE A10 Wild Cherry PDR 2:00.78 VIR Full 10.68@131.69 1.68 60' '17 ZL1 A10 Mosaic Black PDR/Nav 2:03.08 VIR Full 11.003@129.2 1.75 (sold) '15 Z/28 #325 Black a/c & stereo. 2:10.1 VIR Full (sold) '12 ZL1 A6 Black 10.52@131 1.55 60' 2:13 VIR Full (sold)

02-06-2015, 11:43 AM	#10
Sakudog Drives: 2019 ZL1 1LE A10 Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: The ATX Posts: 966	Guy I have not had a chance to track my car yet, it has been too cold. Today the ZL1 is at Advanced Modern Performance getting a complete fuel system installed to safely support the power levels the car is making. (750+ rwhp) I'll have some track feedback soon, but the 888/315 rear in very hard spirited driving has exhibited only throttle induced over-steer. __________________ Ryker #29 2019 ZL1 1LE A10 2015 Z/28 #809

03-04-2016, 07:25 AM	#12
Sakudog Drives: 2019 ZL1 1LE A10 Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: The ATX Posts: 966	Switched to the NT01 and I'm much happier. __________________ Ryker #29 2019 ZL1 1LE A10 2015 Z/28 #809

03-04-2016, 02:50 PM	#13
Whos Drivin Drives: 2012 ZL1 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Minnesota Posts: 3	Does anyone have any experiences with either the NT01 or R888 in cool weather (40-60F)? Any better/worse than the goodyears? I need something with better overall grip, want a stiff sidewall (no drag radial), and rain isn't an issue. But I do get quite a fee days with cooler weather. And no MPSS either...I need the extra >60 grip more than the <60.