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Old Nov 14, 2013 | 10:48 AM
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Which tire size do you recommend for the track?
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275/45x17 Hoosiers
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275/45x17 Hoosiers
275/45 or 275/40?

Not trying to question your suggestion, I just have been unsuccessful in finding anything in this size, but only 275/40.
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Originally Posted by SEVINN
275/45 or 275/40?

Not trying to question your suggestion, I just have been unsuccessful in finding anything in this size, but only 275/40.
My bad. You are correct. It's a 275/40R17.
I don't suggest them for street use, because you'll wear them out quickly. I swap wheels at the track.
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275/40-17 is the correct size. It's a 26" tire.
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My bad. You are correct. It's a 275/40R17.
I don't suggest them for street use, because you'll wear them out quickly. I swap wheels at the track.
No issues with the computer with it being a short tire? Also wondering how many passes you get out of a set if you don't mind.
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Originally Posted by SEVINN

No issues with the computer with it being a short tire? Also wondering how many passes you get out of a set if you don't mind.
When you are at the track you should have the TC off, which will have no problems.

Passes will vary.
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No issues with the computer with it being a short tire? Also wondering how many passes you get out of a set if you don't mind.
Somewhere around 150-200 passes. They hook real well.

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Thanks guys. I just ordered the pair for 385.00. Not bad within pricing...
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Thanks guys. I just ordered the pair for 385.00. Not bad within pricing...
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Somewhere around 150-200 passes. They hook real well.

Excellent thanks!
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