c6 monkey

I have a base model with z51 brakes, will 17" (2006) gumby wheels fit on the rear and what is the ideal tire hieght, OD for drag racing? I want to not have active handling problems. Probably the wrong section but you guys know what your doing, thanks!

Unreal

Power level? Track prep? Type of racing? 1/8th, 1/4, 1/2? Street use too or track only?

There is no blanket best, it all depends on application and what works for you. For strictly drag racing a 6 speed manual car, a bias ply 15 in the narrowest lightest tire that will still hook based on the track, will be the best.

underconstruction

c6 monkey

Power level is 750 wheel. Track is local 1/8 mile Irwindale Ca. Im looking to buy rear rims and tires for the track but would have to drive to and from. I dont want to change wheels there. I'd like to do 1/4 mile too, thats a longer drive, so 1/8 mostly. My car is a manual trans if that matters. Track is prepped. I'll look at 26" or close. I had Mickey Thompsons before but that was on a bigger wheel. I was really happy with those. My main concern was if 17s would fit over z51 brakes and wheel diameter. Thanks for your replies.

ZR1-ab

15" conversion is best. I use the M&H 325/45/17 or 18s work great. Just won a cash day event, beating many trailered race cars on slicks.

irok

I run a 305/45x17 MT with C6 5 spoke reproduction rims and they clear the heavy duty brakes with no issues

c6 monkey

This is exacly what I wanted to hear, thanks Iroc. I have summit on speed dial

gameover4

what air pressure you running the 17s MH? i still have problems getting it to hook at 23 psi on a half *** prep above 2k rpms. (900rwhp)