Guilty

Hi,

Currently running R888s but at 700whp+, it feels like I'm running on soap. I'm losing traction at 80mph+. 1st and 2nd gear are non-existant.

I'd like to take my car to the strip very soon and get a proper run so I'll be needing a good set of slicks.

It's my first time looking into this so excuse my ignorance. Does anyone know which 18' would fit my car? Will it clear the brakes?

Thanks

bgm130

I don't think 18s are going to clear the rear brake caliper. They are so far out there there is almost no clearance with my 19s.
I am actually keeping my vorstiener VFF103 with the r888 around for track use once my new wheels arrive. You can get a rear set for under 1k and they are fairly lightweight I believe just over 20 lbs for a 19x 9.5
Just be careful with slick and hat much HP. You may blow out your diff. I know someone has done it already with stage 2 and sticky tires

Guilty

Thanks man!

However 2 things:

1. I already have R888s and they're not really helping much.

2. I already blew my electronic diff once. If it breaks again, I will be switching to a mechanical diff.

tscales

I have a similar thread going for my C63S convertible.

bgm130

Oh I was not suggesting R888 was just saying my current setup. they hook much better then the stock dunkops but leave a lot to be desired even with stage one.
Ok I think hah came up. I know that happens to a guy around here also. Def a weak point once you get to the higher power levels.

Guilty

Thanks guys. My 2nd tranny just gave up on me last night (2nd time in less than 10 days)...

I wanted to order something straight off tire rack but I guess that's not going to be possible.

I'm now waiting to get a proper bulletproof tranny built by Dime then I'll take the car to a tire shop and have them figure this out.

amanuuh

18s won't clear the front brakes

DSawyer63

I don't think he's worried about the front for drag racing.

I have a custom set from CCWs on order 18x11 and will then be running a 315 Hoosier DOT Radial. This is for the coupe so I would imagine you would need to go a little narrower for your sedan.

Doug

tscales

Oh I really, really want to hear how this goes. Your setup should fit my vert.