I have just ordered another set of Excelsior Competition H 4.00 x 19 tyres. They are a huge improvement on the Avons, with very progressive grip and reduced bump steer. Being cross-ply three stud race tyres (designed for use on Bugatti Type 37 and the fronts of Type 35), they have nice stiff sidewalls, which transmit steering forces to the tread, far more accurately than the Avons do and they don't "tuck under". I also feel they are very balanced with either the Yokohama Blue Earth or the Michelin Cross Climate 175/55 x 15" on the back and you can do three wheel drifts with enough room. The only downside is the tyre life at around 4000km but that is two years use for me so not an issue. They were very expensive in France but Longstone have now opened a French branch, although I see on the tracking that my tyres have still been shipped from Doncaster last week.
Wilson
I cannot recall if there has been an earlier discussion on this, but do you know how do those tyres compare with other Excelsiors, Blockleys etc for life and wet weather performance?
