[Zen Dude]

Just a heads up ... I noticed Tire Rack has their Yokohama A048 LTS's on sale right now. (Don't know for how long)

Fronts - $249/ea
Rears - $272/ea

Shipping is like $30 for a pair.

I'm not affiliated with Tire Rack in any way, but generally pay $330 per tire for rears there, and $275 each for fronts. ...just wanted to let others know about a good deal if you are in the market for a new set. :up:

 

[I618033]

wt*~! Didn't even post a link!
Let's see this!

Very Nice!
For OEM LSS setup:

https://www.tirerack.com/tires/tire...006&autoModel=Elise&autoModClar=Sport Package

Yokohama ADVAN A048 Streetable Track & Competition

Consumer Rating
Warranty Rating
Front: 195/50R16
LTS Lotus
Sidewall Style: Blackwall
Serv. Desc: 84W
UTQG: 60 AA APrice: $249.00 (each) Special
Estimated Availability: In Stock
Estimated Arrival: Tue, 01/28
Qty:
Road Hazard Program is not available for competition tires

Rear: 225/45R17
LTS Lotus
Sidewall Style: Blackwall
Serv. Desc: 90W
UTQG: 60 AA APrice: $272.00 (each) Special
Estimated Availability: In Stock
Estimated Arrival: Tue, 01/28
Qty:
Road Hazard Program is not available for competition tires
Add Heat Cycling: $15 each
Add Shaving: $15 each
Set of 4: $1,042.00

 

[Zen Dude]

Okay ... I read the posting rules ... after I posted this. :facepalm

 

[I618033]

Purchased!!! Delivered to wheel specialists to clean up my LSS wheels and install this FRESH FRESH FOOTWORK SET! YESSS!!!! Hahah, used BillMeLater for the first time! ;>
Come to think of it... should probably order TWO sets!!! Hahahah

Many Thanks, Blessings Zen Dude~
~B



Items shipping from McCarran, Nevada BY UPS Ground
UPS GroundEstimated Delivery Date: Tue, 01/28

Tires
Item Description Availability Qty. Price Each Item Total
195/50R16 Yokohama ADVAN A048 LTS Lotus
for 2006 Lotus Elise Sport Package
Download Warranty Brochure PDF In Stock 2 $249.00 $498.00
225/45R17 Yokohama ADVAN A048 LTS Lotus
for 2006 Lotus Elise Sport Package
Download Warranty Brochure PDF In Stock 2 $272.00 $544.00
Electronic Tire DOT Number Registration In Stock N/C N/C
Shipping Sub-Total: $55.05
Sales Tax: $0.00
Excise Tax: $0.00
State Waste Tire Fund Fee: $0.00
Order Total: $1,097.05

 

[I618033]

BTW guys... I called TireRack, spoke with Charlie...
Seems these are in stock - and have them (for us CA folks) out in Nevada...
Sounds like moderate stock for fronts, a bit more for rears...
no info on how long the special runs...

I think this is a steal of a deal... rubber is from 2013~
checked with TR on above details~

 

[andy7777]

Great deal, thanks for the heads up. Ordered a set, maybe should get two?

 

[I618033]

Exactly my sentiment Andy! BML! ;>

 

[Zen Dude]

I ordered a set last Thursday and had them on my doorstep Friday morning ... the next day. :clap:

 

[Niral_Xige06]

Yup! Glad I waited. I just ordered a set of rears, $25 shipping... and if you want, you can delay the shipment up to 10days (since I don't want them arriving in our -20degree lovely weather)

 

[Niral_Xige06]

what the hell..i just paid $289 for the rears the other day...gonna call em up right now! thanks for the tip!

 

[LotusCC]

What are people's thoughts between these and the Toyo R888's for track duty? (Advanced HPDE)


Sent from AutoGuide.com App

 

[EddieA]

What's the difference between the "regular" A048's and the LTS version. Apart from the LTS being more expensive.

Cheers.

 

[cashxdr]

From what I experianced, the 048's have more initial grip but they hear cycle fast and can be heat cycled out with plenty of tread left. Turn in on the 048's is much quicker than the R888's. R888's have the grip of mid life 048's but they hold that grip all the way to cording the tires

The LTS is made lighter with polyester cords and lighter sidewalls.

I do have to say they I was shocked on how rough the ride was on the 048's even with their lighter sidewalls. The R888's give a supple ride and are very smooth. Both were a bit loud with 3-4000 miles on them

 

[paulhastings]

Bummer, just purchased a set about 2 months ago! Good buy! The side by side comparison with the R888 shows the AO48's at 1lb/corner lighter on the fronts and 3lbs/corner on the rears.

 

[mspenard]

Thanks for posting this!

 

[Zen Dude]

Thanks for posting this!

:up:

 

[tmr]

Well, crud. I just bought a new set from them last month. Oh, well...

 

[hroundy]

Thanks for the heads up, I just ordered a set.

 

[MTribe]

Weird. Tire Rack isn't currently showing any Yoko A048s... maybe site maintenance?

 

[I618033]

Checked my link above... in OEM sizes, still available~ indeed

>>> Hm, good call... seems it works via the link, but shows unavailable everywhere else...