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03-13-2010 #1
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Traction HELP
I have BFG 255 40 17 tires in the rear of my 1st gen camaro with hotchkis springs, and I have a pretty serious traction problem. When I launch, I really need to take it easy, and my motor is not that crazy. Weight is 3160#, 55% front, 45% rear. My rims are only 8" wide, but I was thinking of going to 9" wide with 275 wide BFG drag radials. My question is will there be a noticable difference between a 255 vs a 275 tire? and what is the best DOT tire to use on the street for hookup? I'd like to stay away from dedicated drag tires, and my wallet would be happy if I kept the existing 8" wide rims. I'm not opposed to having a low treadwear rating, I just don't want soft sidewalls or strip only use. Possible pilot sport cups? I would appreciate any input, trial and error gets pricey!
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