The low profile Tamiya mini 60D slicks feel like cs27's. Maybe that would be a better option and you can say less work. Also, isn't the type A's taller[compared to the cut up cs27] and would provide better speed coz of the diameter of the tire itself.I prefer the HPI mini x pattern. Great tire life,just the right bite but seems to loose speed on the straights because of it being a smaller diameter compared to the Tamiya A's. Any input on this. Man, this car has been around for years but feels like we still have a lot to learn about setting it up for certain track. Most fun I have on any rc car I ever owned. Racenut since we're both not going to the TCS, do you want to run mini at Salinas sunday?