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Racing Discussion => Racing Discussion => Topic started by: cardzilla on August 08, 2005, 02:24:37 PM

Title: Michelin Distributor??
Post by: cardzilla on August 08, 2005, 02:24:37 PM
Ok, I've done a search and come up with nothing concrete on my question so here's where I need help.

I've always raced 600 supersport bikes and always used Dunlops.  I have nothing but good things to say about Steve Brubaker and the gang at RTS as well as Dunlop tires.  However, I'm now going to be racing a Superbike (R1) with 16.5" rims.  The logical choice in this department would be Michelin so I want to test them head to head for a while to see which I like better.  What I need is the Michelin equivalent to Steve Brubaker to talk to and to order tires from... who would that be?  Is there more than one?  Thanks in advance.
Title: Re: Michelin Distributor??
Post by: cb186 on August 08, 2005, 02:35:43 PM
i don't know where you are located, but here is the man if your in the midwest area.

http://masonracintires.com/Products/
Title: Re: Michelin Distributor??
Post by: dsb on August 08, 2005, 02:52:14 PM
Frank Kinsey is in Florida... (321)267-4787 He does Jennings, RRR, Moroso and Homestead...

http://www.kinseyracingschool.com/tires.html
Title: Re: Michelin Distributor??
Post by: cardzilla on August 08, 2005, 08:02:07 PM
I'm in Jacksonville, FL.  Is there a national level dealer or only regional?  I just want a direct line on current technology.  If all they have are the regional dealers that's ok since Frank is a great guy.  He actually taught me when I was a noob in 93.
Title: Re: Michelin Distributor??
Post by: sanee on August 08, 2005, 08:10:05 PM
Larry
i would give walt schaffer a call
Title: Re: Michelin Distributor??
Post by: tug296 on August 08, 2005, 09:28:45 PM
It will be Frank Kinsey, the best.
Title: Re: Michelin Distributor??
Post by: H-man on August 09, 2005, 12:26:02 PM
QuoteI'm now going to be racing a Superbike (R1) with 16.5" rims.

Uh... not to start anything Larry, but does the OPSLQ know about this :o :-X ;)

If so, then good on ya mate.  Welcome back to racing.
Title: Re: Michelin Distributor??
Post by: cardzilla on August 09, 2005, 08:11:13 PM
Ok, I've stared at it for 10 minutes and I'm still not figuring it out... what does OPSLQ stand for?

If it is related to "wife", she's been broken off so no worries  ;D
Title: Re: Michelin Distributor??
Post by: throttle on August 09, 2005, 09:06:03 PM
you need to contact Walt Schaffer (256) 538-5906
He is out of Alabama.
Title: Re: Michelin Distributor??
Post by: H-man on August 10, 2005, 04:35:20 AM
QuoteOk, I've stared at it for 10 minutes and I'm still not figuring it out... what does OPSLQ stand for?

If it is related to "wife", she's been broken off so no worries  ;D


I am sorry to hear that.

It's an old IRS term for "Other Person Sharing Living Quarters. ;)

It's a catch all for nearly any shared living arrangement instead og significant other
Title: Re: Michelin Distributor??
Post by: cardzilla on August 10, 2005, 07:44:50 AM
AAAAAAAAAaahhh, I see.  I actually got "Other Person" so I figured that's what it meant.  I am so much happier now, my only regret is not doing it MUCH sooner... like BEFORE Daytona  >:(  
Title: Re: Michelin Distributor??
Post by: H-man on August 10, 2005, 10:05:18 AM
Ya know Card, I bought that SPA tach from ya a while ago.  I havent' installed it yet.  Let me know if you want it back.  

Have I gat a deal for ya ;) ;D
Title: Re: Michelin Distributor??
Post by: cardzilla on August 10, 2005, 02:37:41 PM
I just may  ;)  I'll let you know when the R1 arrives and I take a look at the dash layout.  I'll PM you when it does.
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