Time For A Big Service, Here's What's Wrong...

[gtr jet]

Nizmo_man has a good idea, buy the hard race arms and just spray them black. You'd never have an issue with the popo then.

Getting cheaper tyres is probably a good idea but finding somewhere better to get your alignments done should be higher on the list so you don't have to worry about tyres.

Don't bother with cheap coilovers if you want comfort. Go and get some decent dampeners.

[niZmO_Man]

RE: tyres

I've had 595SS and N8000 on my cars. Not worth it when you can get Dunlop SP SPort Maxx for roughly the same price!

KU31 > 595SS

N8000 ≈ KU31 in terms of grip but wears out a lot quicker (almost half the life compared to KU31)

I wouldn't even bother with N3000.

Ask these guys for some INVO in your sizes delivered to you:

http://www.skylinesaustralia.com/forums/topic/435879-nitto-specials-australias-largest-nitto-dealer/

It is better to fit new tyres then have your car aligned by a reputable shop (get recommendations from the QLD people), after you have replaced the worn suspension bits.

[KrazyKong]

RB30E, I currently have N3000's on my rears which have lasted over 4 years now. Other than liking the pattern, I don't want to get them again and want to try something different.

My first choice is the Toyo T1R's for the rear, but I don't think they even make a 255/40/17 in that model.

I'll look into the Dunlop tyres more. Which would you prefer over the Dunlops and KU31's is they were the same price?

[niZmO_Man]

I have the Dunlop Sport Maxx all round on my R31 (same sizes as yours), can't even spin the wheels lol. I can't comment on how good they are compared to KU31 as I haven't driven the car properly yet (no rego atm), but initial driving around roundabouts in the rain is good (a lot better than SS 595). Mind you it has a standard RB30E and a somewhat working LSD.

I wish they (Tempe) had 265/35/18 so I could stick them on my GT-R and see how they really perform. I do believe they are standard on the FPV Falcons so they should perform alright.

Reading the mixed reviews online about the Toyos, it sort of put me off. Honestly, if I were to get new tyres again for the R31, I'd get the Nitto INVO.