Just wondering is anyone knows of any race shops in South Texas who can perform corner-weighting and alignment procedures? I know many shops can do the alignment, but the corner-weighting...Not so much. I can drive to Austin or Houston, but wondering if there is anything closer to Corpus Christi. Thanks.

Howster

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2007 GXP MEAN All the extras to include Auto.
Dejon CAI, Dejon Intercooler, Dejon IC Pipes, SOLO Mach Shorty Exhaust, Wester Tune, KW Coilovers, SSR Type C RS wheels, Vredestein Sessanta 245/45/18 tires, DDM 4-Pot Calipers, DDM Pro Beam
Purchased 3/05/2008 - Current miles 2300

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Corpus Christi, TX

Howster

What kind of tires are these?

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2007 Cool GXP with Darkside Top, 5 spd, Ebony Cloth, Monsoon with Single CD, Sport Pedals, XM, A/C
Mods - Solo Street/Race Exhaust, K&N Drop-in Air Filter, EDAL

They are Italian. Very good reviews and more importantly, lots of track testing in Europe. They have only been in the states for a few years, like 3 or 4 if that. I have ridden their tires on my racing road bicycle, and they are great. The tread pattern is quite different, and yet very grippy. Prices have been as high as $257/tire, but I got these for $150/tire. I just couldn't resist. I used to own a business and I tested a lot of high-performance tires for my clients. I sure wish these had been around back then. They are assymetrical, so you can actually rotate them front to back, or cross-rotate them. But I will just go front to back myself. If you should decide on a set, I don't think you will be disappointed, especially at this price-point. Good luck.

Howster

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2007 GXP MEAN All the extras to include Auto.
Dejon CAI, Dejon Intercooler, Dejon IC Pipes, SOLO Mach Shorty Exhaust, Wester Tune, KW Coilovers, SSR Type C RS wheels, Vredestein Sessanta 245/45/18 tires, DDM 4-Pot Calipers, DDM Pro Beam
Purchased 3/05/2008 - Current miles 2300

NASSOA Founding Member

Corpus Christi, TX

Howster

Thanks for the info. How's the rain performance and will they last at least a year?

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2007 Cool GXP with Darkside Top, 5 spd, Ebony Cloth, Monsoon with Single CD, Sport Pedals, XM, A/C
Mods - Solo Street/Race Exhaust, K&N Drop-in Air Filter, EDAL

I actually haven't had the opportunity to check them in the rain, as we just haven't had any. But look up the tire at Google and there is a good amount of info on the tire. ALso, there is YouTube video and lots of info if you just type in Vredestein Sessanta in the box. I like'em, plus the make almost no noise. Good luck and enjoy.

Howster

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2007 GXP MEAN All the extras to include Auto.
Dejon CAI, Dejon Intercooler, Dejon IC Pipes, SOLO Mach Shorty Exhaust, Wester Tune, KW Coilovers, SSR Type C RS wheels, Vredestein Sessanta 245/45/18 tires, DDM 4-Pot Calipers, DDM Pro Beam
Purchased 3/05/2008 - Current miles 2300

NASSOA Founding Member

Corpus Christi, TX

Howster

I was able to find someone in Austin, not sure how much of a drive that is for you, I do not have any personal experience with them:

SoulSpeed Contact

I will let you know if I find anyone else maybe closer.

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Dave - DDMWorks - South Carolina the home of the supercharged Kappas.

Dave,

Thanks. I spoke with them last week. It is about a 4.5 hour drive, so I am searching for someone closer. San Antonio is half that distance and I may have one there. Thanks. Looking forward to the Pro Beam tomorrow.

Howster

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2007 GXP MEAN All the extras to include Auto.
Dejon CAI, Dejon Intercooler, Dejon IC Pipes, SOLO Mach Shorty Exhaust, Wester Tune, KW Coilovers, SSR Type C RS wheels, Vredestein Sessanta 245/45/18 tires, DDM 4-Pot Calipers, DDM Pro Beam
Purchased 3/05/2008 - Current miles 2300

NASSOA Founding Member

Corpus Christi, TX

Howster

They make really good bicycle tires. They also make those terrific compact spare tires. I can't say I have ever used there regular car tires though.

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