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Re: Federal 595RS-R tyres
[Re: mayzon]
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11/06/2011 00:01
11/06/2011 00:01
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I'm very surprised at some of the comments about the normal 595's.
I've got the SS-595's on mine and it is an outstanding tyre, wet or dry. And they last incredibly well and the handling is superb.
I will most definitely buy these again.
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Re: Federal 595RS-R tyres
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11/06/2011 21:39
11/06/2011 21:39
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I'm very surprised at some of the comments about the normal 595's.
I've got the SS-595's on mine and it is an outstanding tyre, wet or dry. And they last incredibly well and the handling is superb.
I will most definitely buy these again. Which size? The RS-R tyres are no longer available in 16" at camskills
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Re: Federal 595RS-R tyres
[Re: mayzon]
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11/06/2011 21:50
11/06/2011 21:50
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Re: Federal 595RS-R tyres
[Re: mayzon]
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11/06/2011 22:29
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Biggenz
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225's might fit, but I doubt 235's will.
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Re: Federal 595RS-R tyres
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12/06/2011 02:30
12/06/2011 02:30
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I'm very surprised at some of the comments about the normal 595's.
I've got the SS-595's on mine and it is an outstanding tyre, wet or dry. And they last incredibly well and the handling is superb.
I will most definitely buy these again. I've used the Super steels 595 before and they are indeed pretty good for the price. Last forever and good dry grip.. Pushed hard in the wets though and it's a whole different story.
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Re: Federal 595RS-R tyres
[Re: mayzon]
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12/06/2011 13:34
12/06/2011 13:34
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I bought the last set in 16s camskills had before Spa But make no mistake, the RS-R's are in a whole new league compared to the super steels or any other Federal tyre. Prior to the RS-R I would have never let a set of Federals anywhere near my coop as I value my life too much. A more appalling tyre I don't think exists The RS-R has changed my view on Federals, but ONLY this type. I wouldn't even run super steels on my pushbike. I can only hope my comments convince anyone not to buy these and may help save lives.
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Re: Federal 595RS-R tyres
[Re: Hovedan]
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12/06/2011 13:39
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I wouldn't even run super steels on my pushbike. I can only hope my comments convince anyone not to buy these and may help save lives. Sorry Dan, but I completely disagree with you. I think it's a great tyre. I've had Bridgestones, Pirelli's, Eagle F1's and all sorts of tyres on my car before and for an all round tyre, I would have the 595's over any of these anytime.
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Re: Federal 595RS-R tyres
[Re: Hovedan]
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13/06/2011 17:42
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Let us know how they fair up Dan, I hope its wet for you now Another hour on track at Combe yesterday and the front left is starting to scrub. Plenty of life left in them though, and again very happy with their performance Was like a free for all out there, very enjoyable, hope the watching public enjoyed it as much as I did! Is it the front left where you have that hub issue ?
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Re: Federal 595RS-R tyres
[Re: mayzon]
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29/06/2011 01:36
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Pay the money and buy the 888's i say. Works out about £25+per tyre more.
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Re: Federal 595RS-R tyres
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02/07/2011 10:55
02/07/2011 10:55
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Pay the money and buy the 888's i say. Works out about £25+per tyre more. Where you buying your tyres from? The cheapest price diff we found was at least £50 a corner, that's a serious discount!
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Re: Federal 595RS-R tyres
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21/02/2012 22:54
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I did, Ok on the road but very poor on track.
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Re: Federal 595RS-R tyres
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21/02/2012 23:44
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I did, Ok on the road but very poor on track. Really? Were you using them on an Alfa? I've found them to be a very competent track tyre on my 20vt. And long lasting too.
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Re: Federal 595RS-R tyres
[Re: Freddan72]
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23/02/2012 22:20
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Hovedan and mayzon!
What size are you using? 205/50/16, as they don't do 225/45/16 And my entire set of four bought for Spa 2011 will be making a return trip in 2012. Plus I've done around 4 other track days on them.
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Re: Federal 595RS-R tyres
[Re: Ecrab]
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26/02/2012 01:21
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I did, Ok on the road but very poor on track. Are you sure yours were the RSR's ? Ow yes im sure, had a very accomplished race driver also try them round Rockingham & Oulton and even he said they were unpredictable, Mine still have plenty of life left in them if any one wants to make an offer? Not the tyre for my coupe
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Re: Federal 595RS-R tyres
[Re: mayzon]
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02/03/2012 09:52
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[quote=Freddan72]Hovedan and mayzon!
I'm on 205/45/16, prefer the smaller profile! I always thought that the wider the better... For example, if you look at the new Sciroccos, Seats or Ford Focus race versions, they all use 245 or more and they have the same horsepower as a tuned coupe... Any thoughts on this ??
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Re: Federal 595RS-R tyres
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04/03/2012 14:48
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mayzon
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[quote=Freddan72]Hovedan and mayzon!
I'm on 205/45/16, prefer the smaller profile! I always thought that the wider the better... For example, if you look at the new Sciroccos, Seats or Ford Focus race versions, they all use 245 or more and they have the same horsepower as a tuned coupe... Any thoughts on this ?? I don't think 245 will fit the standard coop rim
Last edited by mayzon; 04/03/2012 14:48.
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