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16 Mar 2015, 08:39 (Ref:3515718)
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CROSS PLY v RADIAL
I have always raced on radial tyres (List 1B) but have been recommended to try a tyre that is a cross ply. What are the pros and cons between the two types of construction for race use?
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1 Apr 2015, 03:06 (Ref:3522572)
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The "cross ply" uses less camber and its dimentional variability (ie tyre size) makes it harder to control thoroughly things like ride height, corner weights, etc.
The only reason I would choose a cross ply over a radial is because a better compound or if it allows wider temp range driveability... |
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3 Apr 2015, 15:54 (Ref:3523426)
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I would agree with Berlatti.
I had the opportunity to do a fair bit of testing with Avon years ago on my own car and had to do major spring/caster/camber changes with new FF crossplies to get anywhere near my best lap times on radials. Obviously I can only speak of my experience on my own particular car (RWD with a beam axle) and given enough time it might have been possible to get nearer the times, but wth the compliance in the sidewalls on radials you can get a car to handle quite well in a shorter time. Unless of course you have an unlimited budget then you can pay someone else to sort it for you ! 
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4 Apr 2015, 16:39 (Ref:3523845)
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Thanks guys - think I'll stick with radials!
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4 Apr 2015, 20:11 (Ref:3523896)
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Balls of steel (knob of butter) They're Asking For Larkins. ( Proper beer) not you're Eurofizz crap. Hace más calor en España. Me han conocido a hablar un montón cojones! Send any cheques and cash to PO box 1 Lagos Nigeria Africa !
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