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Old Nov 4, 2012 | 03:47 AM
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Whats the best choice of wheels a tire seize to drive on the racetrack 18', 19' and tire ?

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Wheel size matters somewhat. I'd say 18 with either michelin pilot super sports or michelin cup tires. 275 in the back if possible. Correct me if i am wrong
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When you say race track do you mean road course or drag strip?

For a road course, you want light, strong and without too much sidewall. Wheel weight will impact performance more than anything else. Get light strong wheels. I would go with very light 18" wheels and either Toyo R888, Hankook RS3 or Dunlop Star Spec tires. If it's for the drag strip, I have no idea.
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235 front?

I mean, le mans, nurburgring............
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235 front?

I mean, le mans, nurburgring............
Personally I would go 245 front and either 265 or 275 rear. I run 245/265 and find it very balanced on the track. Pick a tire with lots of grip and a STIFF sidewall.
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Originally Posted by gthal
Personally I would go 245 front and either 265 or 275 rear. I run 245/265 and find it very balanced on the track. Pick a tire with lots of grip and a STIFF sidewall.
what are the actual sies in 245/265? thx in advance.
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what are the actual sies in 245/265? thx in advance.
Depends on the wheel (18 or 19). On 19s, I run 245/35-19 and 265/30-19.
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Depends on the wheel (18 or 19). On 19s, I run 245/35-19 and 265/30-19.
thx.
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