They’re still a much lighter option than say, the OEM PP wheels. You’re still getting a relatively light wheel for the size of tire it allows you to run. And being practical and thinking about cost, it’s not a bad tradeoff vs the 10” options.
Yes they’ll be fine for track days.
Tire compound wins out over size, in general. So I wouldn’t sweat losing the 10mm vs a 285. Running the 275 on a 9.5 is just fine.
My only negative on the Drift is that it’s ~3lbs heavier than most of the 19x10 wheels. But can’t argue the price.
Strongly suggest a square setup so you can rotate tires and save money with track wear. Also a staggered setup promotes understeer; that could be a good or bad thing depending on your driving style.
The super easy answer is: get the 19x10 SVE wheel design you like, get a 275/35 or 285/35 tire...
If you have a PP and thus 15 inch brembos up front, it’s unlikely they will fit. Very few 18 inch wheels outside of Apex that clear those. The bolt pattern/spacing of 114.3 mm is the same on s197 and s550, so while they fit it also depends on barrel clearance.
Here is a page with the parts previously referenced. Generally the go to I’ve seen around here for extended front studs.
https://www.opmustang.com/store/c2/WHEEL_STUDS_-_HUBS_-_SPACERS_AND_TIRE_ACCESSORIES.html#/
Here are a few threads on track tires from the HDPE forum. Like most things it...
I read poor feedback on inserts in the past so I got the 60d boomba transmission mount (not shifter). Helps a lot with 1-2 and 3-2 shift consistency. Noticeable but not bad NVH increase, it does take a few days and heat cycles to calm down though. It was Loud the first few drives. Adds some...
First, wheel size. If you want to stay square, 19x10 in the 35-40 offset range is the easiest wide fit; LMR has this covered and is what I run. If you wanted 19x11 up front without spacers, Apex sells a +26 offset wheel but then you can’t rotate; the rear 19x11 they pair with it is a +52. To run...
Other than jotting down notes on any settings you like in your dash etc, should be straightforward. Then go for a longer drive to give it time to relearn etc. I’ve not done this myself, haven’t needed to, but it’s what I’ve read here from others. Could also search KAM reset if you’re interested...
Sounds like “Lockout” is the term you’ll want to search for, many threads here on that topic. Comes down to the body mounted shifter being misaligned from the transmission at WOT, since the transmission is rotating in its mounts under power. There are a variety of shifter/transmission brackets...
Does a KAM reset apply here? The car should not have issues with that ratio but the computer is still expecting/calculating against the old ratio, might explain it pulling power. Pull battery for 30 minutes, unless you have a tuner with that option, this will clear the map.
GT PP1 wheels are 9 front 9.5 rear.
In a general sense, using a wider wheel with the same width tire creates preload on the sidewall and increases steering responsiveness and feel.
I would start with asking @ApexRaceParts and see if their wheels clear. They specifically state they will clear GT350 but don’t as of yet list GT500.
I too have the OEM 255/40 19 setup for winter wheels. Can’t say I find them too bad but this is a very subjective area. i will say the OEM Pirelli is a bad tire for its price including comfort.
Assuming you stay with a performance A/S, a lot of people here seem pretty happy with continental DWS...
I’m guessing a lot of people will say Gorilla, but I don’t see an open ended in black. Their small diameter line work with aftermarket wheels from what I’ve read. Yet to replace the no-names from SVE myself.
Most people on here use 285/35 on the 19x10 front. 275/35 is also fine if you’re wanting to preload the sidewall a little more for handling purposes or if the specific tire you’re after doesn’t offer a 285/35. I’m Lowered 3/4 inch up front, zero problems.
Yes they will fit PP1 brembos without issue. They do not fit GT350 brakes. Wheels will come with lug nuts as well. I used them with my SVE wheels but do have it down to replace with a nicer set at some point.
Ah yeah.... I forgot they had limited sizing for the first year of that tire. Last I looked they are supposed to release more sizes in June/July this year. I’m hoping for a 255/40 19 for my non summer wheels.