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Old Apr 2, 2019 | 12:42 AM
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Good day everyone. I currently run a 19 x 9.5 wheel in front and 20 x 11 rear (HRE wheels). I am looking to replace my tires and at my power level (540 rwhp), it's hard to put the power down with the continentals I have now.

Is there a drag radial or tire setup you would recommend that doesnt cause craziness to the TC or other nannies on my C5?
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I don't think drag radials exist for 20" wheels...just not enough side wall to make sense. Drag radials need a flexible (larger) side wall. I'd try to see if Toyo offers the R888 or if Falken offers the Azenis RT615k in those sizes, but I'm not very optimistic of that either. 20" wheels aren't typically synonymous with race tires. You'll find better race tire applications if you go down one or two sizes at least. At 540whp, I don't see most performance summer tires providing much help in the traction department.
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Not sure what size you are running, but some options here.

https://www.nittotire.com/competition-tires/
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Not sure what size you are running, but some options here.

https://www.nittotire.com/competition-tires/
Thank for this. I currently run a 305/25/20 in the rear and am looking for my best option of sticky tires to somewhat hold the power my car puts down. The current tires are no good for this.
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Originally Posted by mig1980
Thank for this. I currently run a 305/25/20 in the rear and am looking for my best option of sticky tires to somewhat hold the power my car puts down. The current tires are no good for this.
I run same size, but still stock motor so no issues.

Sport Cup 2's not really a drag radial but 20" sizes 325/25/20
Mickey Thompson ET Street closest size is a 285/30/20
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