Toyo 888r

asthmamax11 · 11-12-2021, 11:34 PM

Got these on the back
Ever since temps started dropping they really need to get some heat in them before they hook
The Nittos and Mickey Thompsons were never this bad though

Anyone else run toyo 888r ?

Flexhorn · 11-15-2021, 09:47 AM

I’m on my second pair. My first pair hooked great. I went the the track this last weekend and spun like crazy. The only thing I can think was that I set the launch rpm to 2400 and was coming in too strong. I should have tried leaving from idle. I’m at 824rwhp

Joshinator99 · 11-15-2021, 12:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Flexhorn

I’m on my second pair. My first pair hooked great. I went the the track this last weekend and spun like crazy. The only thing I can think was that I set the launch rpm to 2400 and was coming in too strong. I should have tried leaving from idle. I’m at 824rwhp

I feel like the R888R is better for roll racing than drag racing? The dragstrip launch really needs more sidewall than the R888R can provide, but the R888R will be a lot more stable for high speed roll racing. Just my 2 cents, I could be wrong.

KingLT1 · 11-15-2021, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Joshinator99

I feel like the R888R is better for roll racing than drag racing? The dragstrip launch really needs more sidewall than the R888R can provide, but the R888R will be a lot more stable for high speed roll racing. Just my 2 cents, I could be wrong.

asthmamax11 · 12-02-2021, 02:19 PM

Thanks guys

s346k · 12-04-2021, 06:15 PM

are you guys expecting a stiff sidewall road racing tire to perform like a drag radial?

Chrome383Z · 12-05-2021, 01:16 AM

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Originally Posted by s346k

are you guys expecting a stiff sidewall road racing tire to perform like a drag radial?

I think so. I have Goodyear SC3 because I want the handling, knowing off the line isn’t going to be great. It’s a trade off.

Sweet15 · 12-09-2021, 04:26 PM

Unfortunately I was never impressed with the 888r, never hooked well new or worn. Not to mention noisy. I'm now going to buy the PS4S for daily driving over the 888s.

I'm convinced no one should expect much from a street tire. If you want great traction, get a drag pack (15/17) for the strip with bead locks. Other than that expect some spin.

s346k · 12-10-2021, 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Chrome383Z

I think so. I have Goodyear SC3 because I want the handling, knowing off the line isn’t going to be great. It’s a trade off.

the whole trade off thing is why i have 4 sets of wheels. the activity determines which set of wheels gets put on.

asthmamax11 · 12-15-2021, 07:10 PM

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Originally Posted by s346k

the whole trade off thing is why i have 4 sets of wheels. the activity determines which set of wheels gets put on.

I have 3 sets lmao

Once these Toyos run down I'll put the Mickey Thompson Streets on.

Honestly I've found the best daily driver/fun tire within reason were the Nitto 555r

I need to try the 555r II soon

JasonGofast · 12-15-2021, 08:50 PM

Only tires I use are MT Street Rs, R888R, PS4S. I find the grip to dailyability level in that order.

I find R888R to be extremely grippy. Are you using them for dig racing? If so then I can understand they'd not be the best. From a roll though I'm not sure any non radial beats it. Maybe they're almost worn?

GreenZLE · 01-14-2022, 11:45 PM

I've cut a 1.69 on R88R's in an otherwise stock ZL1-1LE. I had to do a pretty big burn out first. I like em other than the noise.

11-12-2021, 11:34 PM	#1
asthmamax11 Drives: 1SS Summit White 6 speed Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Gainesville GA Posts: 572	Toyo 888r Got these on the back Ever since temps started dropping they really need to get some heat in them before they hook The Nittos and Mickey Thompsons were never this bad though Anyone else run toyo 888r ? __________________ 16 1SS M6 White Magnuson 2.3 Heartbeat Roto Fab Solo Performance Cat deletes and Axleback Hurst short shifter #'s coming soon Riaction coilovers 1LE sway bars BMR mm BMR chassis brace Flow one 19" wheels wrapped in Mickey Thompsons 02 Z28 M6 35th anniversary 80k miles T-tops Leather Bolt ons Joy to drive this classic every day! Daily Driver

12-02-2021, 02:19 PM	#5
asthmamax11 Drives: 1SS Summit White 6 speed Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Gainesville GA Posts: 572	Thanks guys __________________ 16 1SS M6 White Magnuson 2.3 Heartbeat Roto Fab Solo Performance Cat deletes and Axleback Hurst short shifter #'s coming soon Riaction coilovers 1LE sway bars BMR mm BMR chassis brace Flow one 19" wheels wrapped in Mickey Thompsons 02 Z28 M6 35th anniversary 80k miles T-tops Leather Bolt ons Joy to drive this classic every day! Daily Driver

12-04-2021, 06:15 PM	#6
s346k Drives: like an old lady Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: indiana Posts: 2,373	are you guys expecting a stiff sidewall road racing tire to perform like a drag radial? __________________ 2016+ camaro: everyone’s first car

12-09-2021, 04:26 PM	#8
Sweet15 Drives: 2018 2SS HBM Vert Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: WPB, FL Posts: 91	Unfortunately I was never impressed with the 888r, never hooked well new or worn. Not to mention noisy. I'm now going to buy the PS4S for daily driving over the 888s. I'm convinced no one should expect much from a street tire. If you want great traction, get a drag pack (15/17) for the strip with bead locks. Other than that expect some spin. __________________ Whipple 3.5 upper, 9.1 lower, BTR 2, TSP L/T's, Rotofab, GPI Rods/Pistons, LT4 fueling, DSX Aux, ECM/TCM tune ...

11-15-2021, 09:47 AM	#2
Flexhorn Drives: A10 ZL1 Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Longview, Texas Posts: 142	I’m on my second pair. My first pair hooked great. I went the the track this last weekend and spun like crazy. The only thing I can think was that I set the launch rpm to 2400 and was coming in too strong. I should have tried leaving from idle. I’m at 824rwhp

12-15-2021, 08:50 PM	#11
JasonGofast Used to own a ZL1 Drives: '16 Z06 Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: TX Posts: 279	Only tires I use are MT Street Rs, R888R, PS4S. I find the grip to dailyability level in that order. I find R888R to be extremely grippy. Are you using them for dig racing? If so then I can understand they'd not be the best. From a roll though I'm not sure any non radial beats it. Maybe they're almost worn?

01-14-2022, 11:45 PM	#12
GreenZLE Drives: 2020 Rally Green ZL1-1LE Join Date: May 2020 Location: Illinois Posts: 248	I've cut a 1.69 on R88R's in an otherwise stock ZL1-1LE. I had to do a pretty big burn out first. I like em other than the noise.

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