2010 PRODUCT OFFERINGS
For this upcoming competition season, Goodyear is proud to offer the following tires designed specifically for FSAE applications.| Dry Tire |
Rain Tire Carved Intermediate |
Rain Tire Full Molded |
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| D2696 20.0x7.0-13 "SAE2" | D2691 20.0x7.0-13 R065 | *D1883 20.0x6.5-13 R065 |
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* D1883 is available in limited quantities. Please contact a race tire distributor for information related to this product.
Note: Goodyear has stopped production of the 10" tires for FSAE application. These products are no longer available.
To purchase Goodyear Race Tires or to inquire about shipping details (including international requests) please contact one of Goodyear's Race Tire Distributors.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The D2696 was introduced for the 2009 competition season as a replacement for the D2692. The D2696 features the same construction and mold shape as the D2692, but has improved tread compound designed specifically for FSAE applications. The new tread compound, coded "SAE2", is designed to reach peak operating temperatures quicker and provide more ultimate grip than the previous generation R075.
The D2691 and D1883 are left unchanged from previous years.
For technical questions related to Goodyear’s FSAE products, please send your inquiry to Formula_SAE@goodyear.com.
For characteristic data, please join the FSAE Tire Test Consortium. If you have questions regarding interpretation of this data please contact a Goodyear engineer at the above address.
IMPORTANT TIRE INFORMATION - PLEASE READ
Setup
For the D2696 and D2691 recommended starting camber is -1° to -1.5° and 10-11 psi cold inflation with a target of 12-13 psi hot inflation; lightweight cars will generally be 1-2 psi lower. After several laps, measure tread temperature across the face of the tire and adjust settings as needed to achieve a relatively uniform distribution.
Break-in procedure
Scuffing tires prior to racing is recommended as it breaks in the carcass of the tire and improves the overall consistency of the tread compound, extending the life of the tire. If a new sticker set of tires is run too hard before the tread compound heats up, the tread could tear or grain. For a proper break-in tires should be brought up to temperature slowly during the scuffing procedure; with tires at nominal pressure run a circuit or large figure-eight, starting at a reduced pace and gradually increasing. Once the tires warm up and the grip level increases, run a cool down lap and then stop and allow the tires to cool to ambient. It is recommended that tires be scuffed before coming to competition as the available practice areas typically aren't large enough to properly scuff a set of tires.
Mounting
For the D2696 and D2691 tire: the asymmetric construction is optimized to run in a particular configuration. The outside of the tire should be stamped 'Mount this side out'. Follow this recommendation regardless of the tire placement on the vehicle.
For all other Goodyear FSAE tires: to minimize the chance of tearing the tread splice (a cosmetic-only flaw) one must orient the tires with regard to front braking torque or rear drive torque. To do so, locate the serial number which is stamped in the sidewall on only one side of the tire. Tires should be mounted on the rims such that the serial numbers face to the left on the front axle and to the right on the rear axle, i.e.
LF: serial number to the outside of the car
RF: serial number to the inside of the car
RR: serial number to the outside of the car
LR: serial number to the inside of the car
After tires have been scuffed and run for awhile, used tires may then be moved to different positions on the car without regard to orientation.
Storage
Tires should not be stored in high temperature areas, in direct sunlight, around welding areas, or near electric motors. Exposure to ultra-violet light and ozone can lead to loss in performance of tread compounds. For long term storage tires should be bagged and kept in a cool, dry area.
Sponsorship
Goodyear is proud to support Formula SAE activities worldwide. To that end, a limited number of sponsorships are available for select participants. If your team is interested in sponsorship, please review the following information and contact the appropriate personnel.
For North American Teams
Please send a detailed sponsorship proposal packet highlighting your team's past successes in FSAE, your current completion timeline, and any special features or technological features your program has to offer in the form of a PDF file to Formula_SAE@goodyear.com.
For International Teams
Please first contact your local Goodyear office to discuss possible sponsorship details, and then send a detailed sponsorship proposal packet highlighting your team’s past successes in FSAE, your current completion timeline, and any special features or technological features your program has to offer in the form of a PDF file to Formula_SAE@goodyear.com.
New for 2010 - FSAE Bounty Program
Although it is difficult for Goodyear to sponsor a large number of teams, we still appreciate your support of our products. If your team competes in a sanctioned North American competition (either FSAE @ MIS or FSAE @ ACS) on a Goodyear tire, and claims the top overall spot at the end of the competition, you will receive one set of tires FREE.
