Dunlop Direzza ZII
#191
The new RS3 is supposed to be updated for improved cold/wet performance, and longevity. Using some of the new compound technologies that were used in tires like the Z2 and BFG Rival, and, if you've followed Hankook for very long, it's no surprise they're the slowpokes in that.
#192
Originally Posted by sillyboybmxer' timestamp='1395279520' post='23071477
i dont think there is an rs4.
v2 rs-3 is made to comply with the 200tw rating so I bet its around for a 2yrs at least
v2 rs-3 is made to comply with the 200tw rating so I bet its around for a 2yrs at least
The new RS3 is supposed to be updated for improved cold/wet performance, and longevity. Using some of the new compound technologies that were used in tires like the Z2 and BFG Rival, and, if you've followed Hankook for very long, it's no surprise they're the slowpokes in that.
#194
"Here's what I can confirm on the Hankook R-S3 as of today. The tread pattern and sidewall of the tire will remain the same, only the compound is being revised for improved wet and low temp traction. We (Tire Rack) will identify the tire as R-S3 Version 2. Since the sidewall and tire label will not change, the key identifier will be the four digit build date on the sidewall of the tire. Any R-S3's produced in 2014 (XX14) are Version 2 tires with the enhanced compound.
Production is under way now and we expect a wide range of sizes to arrive via container shipments in April. Hankook is fully aware of the SCCA Solo requirements and we expect them to make the April 30th cut-off barring some unforeseen issue. The tires can be ordered currently by contacting us via phone and requesting the Version 2 or online after they appear later this week" - Tire Rack
#196
Just saw something on Facebook saying the Z2's will be done over here. A copy and paste from the post-
"Originally posted by Jonathan Lugod-
Dunlop ZII - Discontinued
These tires are now discontinued. I do have pretty good stock on most sizes at this time but they may sell out before the end of the race season. If you need these you may want to purchase them early.
The Replacement which is currently available in Japan is the Dunlop ZII Star Spec. It will not be available here until November/December. This is why no more standard ZII's will be produced as they want to sell out.
GET EM WHILE ITS HOT!"
I guess get them while you can! Also, RS3 prices only a few dollars off from the Z2's along with the RE-11A and Rivals. When the hell did tires get so expensive! Glad I got spare Z2's and a new set of Rivals last year.
"Originally posted by Jonathan Lugod-
Dunlop ZII - Discontinued
These tires are now discontinued. I do have pretty good stock on most sizes at this time but they may sell out before the end of the race season. If you need these you may want to purchase them early.
The Replacement which is currently available in Japan is the Dunlop ZII Star Spec. It will not be available here until November/December. This is why no more standard ZII's will be produced as they want to sell out.
GET EM WHILE ITS HOT!"
I guess get them while you can! Also, RS3 prices only a few dollars off from the Z2's along with the RE-11A and Rivals. When the hell did tires get so expensive! Glad I got spare Z2's and a new set of Rivals last year.
#197
that might actually be true! they are on "closeout" now WTF
i swear dunlop and hankook are in bed togetheer.
first Kooks cant be found for months and now the zii is done right when the new Kook is available
i swear dunlop and hankook are in bed togetheer.
first Kooks cant be found for months and now the zii is done right when the new Kook is available
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Just saw something on Facebook saying the Z2's will be done over here. A copy and paste from the post-
"Originally posted by Jonathan Lugod-
Dunlop ZII - Discontinued
These tires are now discontinued. I do have pretty good stock on most sizes at this time but they may sell out before the end of the race season. If you need these you may want to purchase them early.
The Replacement which is currently available in Japan is the Dunlop ZII Star Spec. It will not be available here until November/December. This is why no more standard ZII's will be produced as they want to sell out.
GET EM WHILE ITS HOT!"
I guess get them while you can! Also, RS3 prices only a few dollars off from the Z2's along with the RE-11A and Rivals. When the hell did tires get so expensive! Glad I got spare Z2's and a new set of Rivals last year.
"Originally posted by Jonathan Lugod-
Dunlop ZII - Discontinued
These tires are now discontinued. I do have pretty good stock on most sizes at this time but they may sell out before the end of the race season. If you need these you may want to purchase them early.
The Replacement which is currently available in Japan is the Dunlop ZII Star Spec. It will not be available here until November/December. This is why no more standard ZII's will be produced as they want to sell out.
GET EM WHILE ITS HOT!"
I guess get them while you can! Also, RS3 prices only a few dollars off from the Z2's along with the RE-11A and Rivals. When the hell did tires get so expensive! Glad I got spare Z2's and a new set of Rivals last year.
Also, I see that these are now discontinued and are in close out in Tire Rack as I was looking to buy so I'm also trying to decide if I should just stretch it out and wait for the ZII Star Spec?
Thanks!