Re: [gti-vr6] New Toyo T1S to replace T1+

[pm <pm@onramp.net>]

My big question is will the T1S be available in a 205/50 15? I saw the
T1S in PVW or Max Power a while ago, but I'll be a bit surprised if its
available in our OEM size. Toyo has done a better job than most in
providing a wide variety of sizes, but my concern is that as 16 & 17
inch tires become more the norm as OEM equipment, 15 inch performance
tires will not be an option w/newer tires.

Philip

Jeff Newton wrote:
> 
> Folks,
> 
> I've been mentioning to a few list members that a new Toyo tire
> the Toyo Proxes T1-S is slated to replace the T1 Plus.  The tread
> pattern is much like the S-02 and the treadwear has been bumped to
> 280.  I've seen the brochure at my local Toyo dealer but according to
> Toyo, their web site will not be updated until the middle of the
> month when the tire starts making it to the dealers.
> 
> Here is a response I got from a Toyo tech when I asked about dry
> handling comparisons between the T1+ and T1-S.
> 
> Cheers,
> 
> ------------- Begin Forwarded Message -------------
> 
> From: UehaH <UehaH@toyotires.com>
> To: "'Jeff_Newton@pmc-sierra.com'" <Jeff_Newton@pmc-sierra.com>
> Subject: RE: T1 Plus vs. T1 S
> Date: Wed, 2 Jun 1999 17:30:40 -0700
> MIME-Version: 1.0
> 
> Jeff Newton,
> 
> Thank you for your interest in our products.  Our new T1-S is better
> than
> the T1+ in the dry with significant improvements in wet handling.  The
> design incorporates a rigid center rib for excellent directional
> stability
> and long rigid slanted ribs for improved steering response.  Its
> lighter
> weight also improves turn-in, response, and ride comfort.  Overall,
> the T1-S
> is a more refined tire.  Thanks again.
> 
> Hideki Ueha
> Staff Engineer
> Technical Service Department
> Toyo Tire Corporation
> http://www.toyo.com