Hugo

iTrader: (1)

Who knows the difference between the differents Xenon inserts:

-XENON MOLD TIRE INSERT
-HI-COMP MOLD TIRE INSERT
-X-TYPE MOLD TIRE INSERT

Thanks

JDM_DOHC_SiR

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Sure do...to some degree..

the regular molded insert is about 4.5mm tall and has a normal shaped bottom or section that touches the rim

the Hicomp is 4.8~4.9mm and basicaly fills the gap in the tire..I.E. a solid feeling tire.

and the X-type is 4.3~4.4mm and has a very narrow bottom where it makes contact with the rim and they have a tappered top..(which I think give your tires a weird wear pattern )

now as for how they work thats a different Question
-Dave

Hugo

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Thanks a lot Dave, very good answer.

Regards

hugo

dhiracing.com

As regarding traction and tire wear, is it better to have a solid feeling tire or with a little gap?

JDM_DOHC_SiR

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It all depends on what your track conditions are like...
-Dave

dhiracing.com

Hi Dave,

In Malta, we have a large asphalt track outdoors with high frequency small bumps. Any suggestions?

Regards,
Mark

JDM_DOHC_SiR

iTrader: (31)

I would try the X-Type series..
Aqua=Soft
Black=Medium
Gray=hard

I prefer them better than the other 2 types..
-Dave

Matt Howard

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I've had good luck with the X-type Grey and the hi-comp Reds in my sorex 36's with track temps between 110-150. I think the Reds were slightly better when the track got closer to 150 and the greys were slightly better when the track was closer to 110

Neil Rabara

The black inserts were quite soft on a high traction traction. Perhaps the greys would work better. I traction rolled on asphalt with the black inserts.

Hugo

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In the French championship we are allowed to use (only) Sorex 32R, do you think that the X type Grey is ok?
What do you advise me to use?

Matt Howard

iTrader: (6)

The greys are one of my favorite inserts and they should work fine in the 32's

Hugo

iTrader: (1)

Thanks a lot Matt,

Do you advise me to use Hard, medium or soft wheels?
Which ones do you use?
Do you use tire additive with Sorex tyres, if yes, which one?

Matt Howard

iTrader: (6)

I always use the Sorex dish rims which are probably the stiffest rims on the market. I've tried different additives on the sorex tires but I could never tell a difference. I've heard of people using paragon with success on some tracks.

JDM_DOHC_SiR

iTrader: (31)

FXII and a little tire warmer action... works great with SOREX tires.... Well most do..... one pack specials (AKA 24R's don"t work to great with the sauce )

-Dave

TC3

do xenon inserts work in cs27?
cs27 like low profile inserts

which xenon insert is the right one for meium grip asphalt? with cs 27..