Anyone running a 19x10 square setup? Tire choices? Conti ECF 265?

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Hi all, I just picked up a set of OEM 19x10 rear wheels to create an OEM square setup that I can use for the track. I'm looking for 200tw tire choices and it seems like my options are pretty limited considering that I am prioritizing durability and cost.

I tried to do as much research as possible on this and couldn't find a ton of info on the forums or on google about 19 inch OEM square setups and 200tw tire choices. Sorry!

I've narrowed it down to 3 options:

1. Conti ECF 265x35x19
- I wish that these were available in 275x35x19. These are cheapest that I can get at about $1000 for a set of 4 with some special discount pricing. Is anyone else running this? Is there a huge difference in grip between 275 and 265?

2. Kumho V730 275x35x19
- Based off my research this tire seems like the best choice. However, it seems like this tire doesn't have the same durability as the other two options listed. I need to prioritize durability first since this car will be driving 2-4 hours back and forth from the track and is used for occasional daily driving/canyon driving. Close to $1300 set of 4 on TireRack.

3. Hankook RS4 275x35x19
- Was originally planning to go with this tire, obviously durable and proven. I just can't find these anywhere excluding the official Hankook motorsports website and after shipping its close to $1800 for a set of 4 o_O Where the heck can I buy these for a reasonable price????

Thank you everyone and cheers! Sorry, I really tried to do my own research and all I could find is info on 18 inch wheel setups. I'm really most interested in seeing if the Conti ECF 265 are a viable choice and if the difference between a 275 and 265 is that huge. Also if anyone else has any other suggestions feel free to leave them here.
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One thing to keep in consideration is that the V730 is going to be a significant compromise in the wet, both on and off the track, compared to the other two - especially as it wears down.
 
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One thing to keep in consideration is that the V730 is going to be a significant compromise in the wet, both on and off the track, compared to the other two - especially as it wears down.
Ugh I didnā€™t even consider that. Thank you. šŸ™

Thankfully it isnā€™t my daily driver but I still do like to drive it on canyon roads and like to take my girlfriend on dates with it lol. But I do get caught out in the rain with it every once in a while.

I think Iā€™m leaning towards the ECF but, mentally it feels like a downgrade since itā€™s smaller than the OEM 275s. I know the ECFs run wide though and that difference is probably negligibleā€¦ā€¦
 

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ECF over RS4 for sure. ECF is basically a newer version of the RS4. ECF is great in the wet and wears well. Just won't be breaking any records, or even remotely getting close to any records with it.

Even the new 300tw tires are better than the slow as balls old ass RS4.
 
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ECF over RS4 for sure. ECF is basically a newer version of the RS4. ECF is great in the wet and wears well. Just won't be breaking any records, or even remotely getting close to any records with it.

Even the new 300tw tires are better than the slow as balls old ass RS4.
Thanks for your great advice as always.

Any input on grip levels between a 265 vs 275? Iā€™m sure itā€™s negligible but it pains me mentally to downgrade from OEM sizes. LOL
 

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Another vote for ECF. Perfect dual duty tire that will survive street miles between track days and works ok in the wet.
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