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I'm looking for some help in selecting a set of drag radials/wheels for my 2018 Z06.
My plan is to change out the rear wheels on race day and I'm hoping there is a simple wheel/tire combination that is relatively problem free and doesn't create problems with ABS, rubbing, etc. Ease of use and being problem free is actually a higher priority than having the best traction. I'm looking to improve on street tire times, but not at the cost of computer, stability issues. Also, any specifics on wheel size/offset/width would be appreciated. Is there an absolute best combination?
I've done a search and previous posters seem to agree to stay away from the MT's, lot's of folks like the Hoosiers, although there are several suggestions on size.
If any of you have experience on the best, most problem free wheel/tire combinations/sizes, etc. I'd sure appreciate it!
Thanks
Last edited by thompstl1; Dec 29, 2018 at 04:05 PM.
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I bought a set of aftermarket 18" Z06 replica's and put M/T 345's on the rear and a little narrower then stock front tire. All are non-runflat. No issues at all. This is on a 2017 modded Z06 making 700 RWHP.
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Another similar question. I plan on putting DR's on my 19 Z06 and would prefer to spend my money on the tires and not the wheels. Instead of using the 20" (for obvious reasons) I plan on going with 18". My research shows my car has a 59mm backspacing. Most of the wheels I am finding have a 50 to 55mm backspace. Is that going to be a problem and/or will the width DR I use be affected by a non 59mm back space. Is there a earlier C6 wheel ( available and inexpensive) that will work. I'm just not finding anything with a 59mm backspace. Any recommendation for people who are actually running a DR on and 18 wheel on a Z06? Also what size DR are you using with what wheel? Thanks in advance.
They were great to work with. My front wheels got damaged in shipping. Keith shipped me 2 replacement wheels and paid to shipped the damaged ones back. Just had to take a picture of the damage to show him.
Drag Radials for 2018 Z06
