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Old Nov 22, 2004 | 06:20 PM
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On my 2001 C5 18" wheels, does anyone know if Nitto has a drag radial for it? And if so what size do I need and where can I get them?
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285/35/18.

They also make a 305/35/18 which would bulge pretty good, but for drag-only purposes you could probably pull it off. I'm running 295/35/18 BFG DRs on my 18x9.5s and they fit fine.

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Thank-you!
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Originally Posted by Dope

They also make a 305/35/18 Dope
those are the ones i have on an 11.5inch rim. i use them everyday. they dont stick out on my rims

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Running the Drag Radial size 305/35/18 on stock wheel. Little buldge (happy to see me?), but more importantly, No wiggle. Great street feel and grip.
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Originally Posted by NCxtrooper
On my 2001 C5 18" wheels, does anyone know if Nitto has a drag radial for it? And if so what size do I need and where can I get them?
I have 305's on 10.5" they look great
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Old Nov 23, 2004 | 04:47 AM
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I was thinking of getting Dragradials...but I do have to drive my car to work everyday. How many miles could I get out of a set?...wolud they still be ok for corners? Thanks
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Originally Posted by NCxtrooper
On my 2001 C5 18" wheels, does anyone know if Nitto has a drag radial for it? And if so what size do I need and where can I get them?
Welcome aboard, Trooper!

I have Nitto 285/35R18 drag radials for my stock size C5 rear wheels (18x9.5).
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Originally Posted by XTrooper
Welcome aboard, Trooper!

I have Nitto 285/35R18 drag radials for my stock size C5 rear wheels (18x9.5).
Hey XTrooper,

You have not had the rear Nitto 555Rs for very long, correct? I suppose you notice a lot better traction with the Nitto DRs than the Kuhmo MXs you had, right? Curious, is the 1/4 time in your CF Sig w/Kuhmos or the Nittos?

Thanks,
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