Tire question?

bababuschka · 10-25-2011, 02:57 PM

I've been trying to figure out if I need a 26" or a 28" tire for 1/8th mile use.

The other question is... Would I be better off going w/ a Drag radial or set up on slicks? DR's I was thinking either a NT-O5R or MT ET-Street. I have no idea what kind of slick to go with.

Also, I was thinking about just getting a 16" wheel to just swap out at the track, I say 16" because you can find them pretty cheap.

I was also throwing around the idea of just DDing a set of radials, but not sure if I wanna do that.

WWhittle · 10-25-2011, 03:45 PM

First of all, get a 15" wheel because your selection of racing tires will be greater. They are a dime a dozen, so finding some for a good price shouldn't be an issue.

If you want to run slicks, I recommend a Mickey Thompson ET Drag 28x10.5S, with tubes.

If you want to run radials, at the track only (no street driving), go with the Hoosier 275/60/15.

If you want to run radials and want to drive on the street also, get the Mickey Thompson Drag Radials in the 295/55/15 or the 275/60/15.

All of the tires I just mentioned are 28" tall which is probably about right with 4.30's and a power adder.

bababuschka · 10-25-2011, 03:57 PM

Thank you for the help. I know I asked a lot of questions and can't make up my mind on fucking tires. But, you answered them all and I appreciate it. I will probably go with a track only tire and keep my NT-O5's as as my DD tire.

Are their any advantages of a drag radial v.s. all out slick?

WWhittle · 10-25-2011, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by bababuschka

Thank you for the help. I know I asked a lot of questions and can't make up my mind on fucking tires. But, you answered them all and I appreciate it. I will probably go with a track only tire and keep my NT-O5's as as my DD tire.

Are their any advantages of a drag radial v.s. all out slick?

The drag radial isn't going to work as well at every track. However, if the drag radial does work, it will be faster. If you want to run a radial at the local tracks, you are going to have to have a good working car and some tuning ability. If you want to just go to the track and have some fun, consistantly, go with a slick.

bababuschka · 10-25-2011, 04:27 PM

Sounds like I will be better off with a slick. I have fully stock suspension.

WWhittle · 10-25-2011, 04:36 PM

Well in that case, the slick will probably break your shit.

bababuschka · 10-25-2011, 05:11 PM

What would it break in the suspension?

Mike · 10-25-2011, 05:20 PM

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Originally Posted by bababuschka

What would it break in the suspension?

http://www.mustang50magazine.com/how...xes/index.html

bababuschka · 10-25-2011, 05:27 PM

The Mach1 comes w/ subframe connectors from the factory. When HHP does the install for the rear-end, I am also having them weld the torque boxes and axle tubes.

1iron · 10-25-2011, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by bababuschka

The Mach1 comes w/ subframe connectors from the factory. When HHP does the install for the rear-end, I am also having them weld the torque boxes and axle tubes.

Brandon broke both of his stock upper control arms.

bwelch · 10-25-2011, 06:03 PM

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Brandon broke both of his stock upper control arms.

bababuschka · 10-25-2011, 06:29 PM

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Brandon broke both of his stock upper control arms.

Hopefully they will last a while. I know guys have gone pretty quick on stock suspension. I know it could break on the first pass or the 100th, time will tell. If they did break, would I still be able to drive home, or will it tear some shit up if I tried to do that?

1iron · 10-25-2011, 06:34 PM

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Originally Posted by bababuschka

Hopefully they will last a while. I know guys have gone pretty quick on stock suspension. I know it could break on the first pass or the 100th, time will tell. If they did break, would I still be able to drive home, or will it tear some shit up if I tried to do that?

No driving home and it would tear other stuff up as well. You could box the uppers and lowers. That would help. How much power would the car be making?

bababuschka · 10-25-2011, 06:38 PM

I am hoping for somewhere around...

But, it could be about...

1iron · 10-25-2011, 06:45 PM

If you hook up that power could hurt something. Blower car?

bababuschka · 10-25-2011, 06:50 PM

i don't kno anymore

03SVTCOBRA · 10-25-2011, 06:58 PM

I run a 15" rim on my cobra and 27" tires. Wes is right... 15 is the only rim to use if you want any kind of tire selection. I was going to use 16 because of the cobra brakes but after searching it was worth it for me to just grind alittle bit of stuff. I cant really speak on the 27" tire yet as i only ran on them 2x but ive heard its a good size for the sn95 guys to run.

bababuschka · 10-25-2011, 07:04 PM

Are you still IRS or did you go SRA? What gears? Stock eaton?

bababuschka · 10-25-2011, 07:05 PM

What all did you grind off?

WWhittle · 10-25-2011, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by bababuschka

What would it break in the suspension?

Upper or lower control arms, torque boxes, axles unless you have upgraded, lugs, driveshaft unless you have upgraded, transmission unless you have upgraded, clutch if you are still manual, etc etc.....

Slicks are made to stick. When they stick they will find your weak point or points.

I remember the first time i put slicks on my 04 Cobra. Ripped every pulley off the motor when I launched it. You ever seen that happen?

10-25-2011, 02:57 PM	#1
bababuschka Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: S-Ville Posts: 300	Tire question? I've been trying to figure out if I need a 26" or a 28" tire for 1/8th mile use. The other question is... Would I be better off going w/ a Drag radial or set up on slicks? DR's I was thinking either a NT-O5R or MT ET-Street. I have no idea what kind of slick to go with. Also, I was thinking about just getting a 16" wheel to just swap out at the track, I say 16" because you can find them pretty cheap. I was also throwing around the idea of just DDing a set of radials, but not sure if I wanna do that. __________________ 2004 Mach1 Competition Orange Still slow Low Country Fence and Deck P.M. for details and request a FREE quote Last edited by bababuschka; 02-18-2012 at 08:57 PM. Reason: typo

10-25-2011, 03:57 PM	#3
bababuschka Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: S-Ville Posts: 300	Thank you for the help. I know I asked a lot of questions and can't make up my mind on fucking tires. But, you answered them all and I appreciate it. I will probably go with a track only tire and keep my NT-O5's as as my DD tire. Are their any advantages of a drag radial v.s. all out slick? __________________ 2004 Mach1 Competition Orange Still slow Low Country Fence and Deck P.M. for details and request a FREE quote

10-25-2011, 04:27 PM	#5
bababuschka Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: S-Ville Posts: 300	Sounds like I will be better off with a slick. I have fully stock suspension. __________________ 2004 Mach1 Competition Orange Still slow Low Country Fence and Deck P.M. for details and request a FREE quote

10-25-2011, 05:11 PM	#7
bababuschka Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: S-Ville Posts: 300	What would it break in the suspension? __________________ 2004 Mach1 Competition Orange Still slow Low Country Fence and Deck P.M. for details and request a FREE quote

10-25-2011, 05:27 PM	#9
bababuschka Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: S-Ville Posts: 300	The Mach1 comes w/ subframe connectors from the factory. When HHP does the install for the rear-end, I am also having them weld the torque boxes and axle tubes. __________________ 2004 Mach1 Competition Orange Still slow Low Country Fence and Deck P.M. for details and request a FREE quote

10-25-2011, 03:45 PM	#2
WWhittle Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Mt. Pleasant, SC Posts: 3,899	First of all, get a 15" wheel because your selection of racing tires will be greater. They are a dime a dozen, so finding some for a good price shouldn't be an issue. If you want to run slicks, I recommend a Mickey Thompson ET Drag 28x10.5S, with tubes. If you want to run radials, at the track only (no street driving), go with the Hoosier 275/60/15. If you want to run radials and want to drive on the street also, get the Mickey Thompson Drag Radials in the 295/55/15 or the 275/60/15. All of the tires I just mentioned are 28" tall which is probably about right with 4.30's and a power adder.

10-25-2011, 04:36 PM	#6
WWhittle Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Mt. Pleasant, SC Posts: 3,899	Well in that case, the slick will probably break your shit.

10-25-2011, 06:38 PM	#14
bababuschka Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: S-Ville Posts: 300	I am hoping for somewhere around... But, it could be about... __________________ 2004 Mach1 Competition Orange Still slow Low Country Fence and Deck P.M. for details and request a FREE quote Last edited by bababuschka; 02-18-2012 at 08:58 PM. Reason: typo

10-25-2011, 06:45 PM	#15
1iron Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 2,014	If you hook up that power could hurt something. Blower car?

10-25-2011, 06:50 PM	#16
bababuschka Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: S-Ville Posts: 300	i don't kno anymore __________________ 2004 Mach1 Competition Orange Still slow Low Country Fence and Deck P.M. for details and request a FREE quote Last edited by bababuschka; 02-18-2012 at 08:58 PM. Reason: typo

10-25-2011, 06:58 PM	#17
03SVTCOBRA Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 2,041	I run a 15" rim on my cobra and 27" tires. Wes is right... 15 is the only rim to use if you want any kind of tire selection. I was going to use 16 because of the cobra brakes but after searching it was worth it for me to just grind alittle bit of stuff. I cant really speak on the 27" tire yet as i only ran on them 2x but ive heard its a good size for the sn95 guys to run. __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]

10-25-2011, 07:04 PM	#18
bababuschka Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: S-Ville Posts: 300	Are you still IRS or did you go SRA? What gears? Stock eaton? __________________ 2004 Mach1 Competition Orange Still slow Low Country Fence and Deck P.M. for details and request a FREE quote

10-25-2011, 07:05 PM	#19
bababuschka Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: S-Ville Posts: 300	What all did you grind off? __________________ 2004 Mach1 Competition Orange Still slow Low Country Fence and Deck P.M. for details and request a FREE quote