Need some ideas
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Drifting
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From: montreal quebec
Need some ideas
I'm looking for a drag radial to get my car into the 1.4 1.5 60 foot range
Car currently runs 10.7@138 with a 2.0 60 foot time ...I'm using a m/t 275/40/17 et street which is pretty much useless .... I really don't want to pull the inner wheel well liners unless I really really have to.....I am running a 8.5 inch wide 17 inch wagon wheel as of now...but wondering if it makes any sense to get some 17*11 c4 zr1 wheels
Any idea on sizes and tire choice to help out
16 inch combination isn't possible due to c6z51 rear brakes.
Anybody have any luck with the M&H 275/50/50 drag radial?
Figure car has in the area of 825 rwhp and a 2800 stall with 3.42's
Car currently runs 10.7@138 with a 2.0 60 foot time ...I'm using a m/t 275/40/17 et street which is pretty much useless .... I really don't want to pull the inner wheel well liners unless I really really have to.....I am running a 8.5 inch wide 17 inch wagon wheel as of now...but wondering if it makes any sense to get some 17*11 c4 zr1 wheels
Any idea on sizes and tire choice to help out
16 inch combination isn't possible due to c6z51 rear brakes.
Anybody have any luck with the M&H 275/50/50 drag radial?
Figure car has in the area of 825 rwhp and a 2800 stall with 3.42's
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St. Jude Donor '13
I'm looking for a drag radial to get my car into the 1.4 1.5 60 foot range
Car currently runs 10.7@138 with a 2.0 60 foot time ...I'm using a m/t 275/40/17 et street which is pretty much useless .... I really don't want to pull the inner wheel well liners unless I really really have to.....I am running a 8.5 inch wide 17 inch wagon wheel as of now...but wondering if it makes any sense to get some 17*11 c4 zr1 wheels
Any idea on sizes and tire choice to help out
16 inch combination isn't possible due to c6z51 rear brakes.
Anybody have any luck with the M&H 275/50/50 drag radial?
Figure car has in the area of 825 rwhp and a 2800 stall with 3.42's
Car currently runs 10.7@138 with a 2.0 60 foot time ...I'm using a m/t 275/40/17 et street which is pretty much useless .... I really don't want to pull the inner wheel well liners unless I really really have to.....I am running a 8.5 inch wide 17 inch wagon wheel as of now...but wondering if it makes any sense to get some 17*11 c4 zr1 wheels
Any idea on sizes and tire choice to help out
16 inch combination isn't possible due to c6z51 rear brakes.
Anybody have any luck with the M&H 275/50/50 drag radial?
Figure car has in the area of 825 rwhp and a 2800 stall with 3.42's
I really doubt the tires are what's holding you back. I now run 325/45/17 M&H and get better 60's, but I don't know if they fit a C5.
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Drifting
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From: montreal quebec
I am thinking from the description of the car that I saw you run at Icar. If that is you the car sounds great! I have run 1.60s 60fts with those same tires you are using. Just for your information, I have never had a good 60ft at icar and the track prep is garbage. I've heard its better on Saturday nights but haven't been then.
I really doubt the tires are what's holding you back. I now run 325/45/17 M&H and get better 60's, but I don't know if they fit a C5.
I really doubt the tires are what's holding you back. I now run 325/45/17 M&H and get better 60's, but I don't know if they fit a C5.
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St. Jude Donor '13
I noticed your car and told my buddy it sounds great. I am working on a track rental at napi. We had to cancel once due to weather but if I get it to happen I can let you know if you like. Arun was even coming down with his car. Shame it got rained out.
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Drifting
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Well that proves the tires are capable. Personally, I won't even run at icar anymore. Its just dangerous, and you will never get a good time. All those kids dripping water from the tires at the starting line doesn't make for a good 60ft. Lol
I noticed your car and told my buddy it sounds great. I am working on a track rental at napi. We had to cancel once due to weather but if I get it to happen I can let you know if you like. Arun was even coming down with his car. Shame it got rained out.
I noticed your car and told my buddy it sounds great. I am working on a track rental at napi. We had to cancel once due to weather but if I get it to happen I can let you know if you like. Arun was even coming down with his car. Shame it got rained out.
Last edited by c5mtl; Sep 22, 2013 at 12:17 AM.
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St. Jude Donor '13
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