C6 drag slicks...need advice

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Mar 2, 2009 | 12:29 PM

nastyC6

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C6 drag slicks...need advice

Still searching for the right drag rim and tire package for my c6.has anyone had success with a package( rim & tire ) I am currently running BFG 295/35/R18's.and spinning them off the line with 12 lbs of air..60ft 1.70-1.90......car has 445 RWH.runs 11;48 @120......has anyone had success with MT drag slicks.what size and what rim???.would prefer a radial tire.......any advice would be appreciated.was thinking of the ZR1 11 inch wide rims..........anyone know if they fit???....

Mar 2, 2009 | 01:15 PM

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I have an 06 Z51, and run a 17 inch C5 wheel, with MT Drag radial. but had to use thin weights becaue it was so close to the claipers, so nothing smaller than a 17 for sure.

Mar 2, 2009 | 04:20 PM

nastyC6

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Originally Posted by pontiacZO6

I have an 06 Z51, and run a 17 inch C5 wheel, with MT Drag radial. but had to use thin weights becaue it was so close to the claipers, so nothing smaller than a 17 for sure.

17 sounds good...what # M/T drag radial are you running.....I have a C6 coupe.with no flares like the ZO6.......

Mar 2, 2009 | 04:21 PM

nastyC6

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17 sounds good...what # M/T drag radial are you running.??

Mar 2, 2009 | 04:31 PM

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I'm running 17" z06 replica wheels on the rear..with a set of nitto555r's 275/40/17..I don't spin at all launching at 4K..running 11.60@121..my buddy runs a 275/40/17 bf goodrich launching at 5K and runs 11.1 @130...But i thinnk you will be most pleased with the MT...That will be my next set for sure...They were jus a lil outta my price range at the time..

..best of luck

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