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(gone back to where they came), 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 2990

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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(gone back to where they came), 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 2990

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(gone back to where they came), 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 2990

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 - Home of the supercharged Kappas.
WWW.DDMworks.com
Dave@DDMWorks.com

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(gone back to where they came), 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 2990

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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