275/40/17 Mt Et Street Radials

[whatsisname]

Okay, now I know we don't have a functioning drag strip in Adelaide at the moment, but if anyone is keen to get a good deal on a set of MT ET Street Radials, I have just ordered a set of 275/40/17's from A1Performance in WA for a grand total of $265ea (+$30 freight) delivered direct from the warehouse - located on the East Coast.

Example of 275/40/17:

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The local prices are mid $300's (for the places I contacted) and Rocket Industries and VPW are quoting $350+.

Mickey Thompson's legendary race tire technology comes to the street with the all-new ET Street Radial. Built using the latest in high tech radial construction techniques and years of drag racing experience in compound development, this DOT approved street legal drag radial will get your car down the track in record time and drive you home with sure handling and an excellent ride! The ET Street Radials feature a soft drag tire compound for superior traction on the drag strip and a special sidewall construction for quick launches. Radial body plys for excellent ride control on the street and a low void, directional tread pattern for maximum dry traction. The polyester ply, steel belted gives added strength and durability.

Now I just need my car finished and AIR open for drag racing again But in the mean time I'll be using them on the road anyway - at those prices why not!?

Edited August 30, 2006 by whatsisname

[chops]

That is a great price indeed.

Matt, are you aware these tyres are NOT street legal in Australia?

I know guys who drive to and from the track on them, even ones that have been pulled up at brethos and not busted, but it's the whole "no insurance" if you crash thing that worries me most.

They do not have load ratings marked on them.

Also, I've been advised that they are very much a straight line tyre - twisties will be right off the list if you do decide to run them. Also shocking in the wet - even damp roads are like ice.

Hope this doesn't rain on your parade too much, but I'd hate for you to find out anything like this the hard way mate.

[2rismo]

http://www.skylinesaustralia.com/forums/in...109970&st=0

it's a good price nonetheless

[MS-75]

Okay, now I know we don't have a functioning drag strip in Adelaide at the moment,

Bugger.

I was having a good day until you reminded me of that!

sean

[whatsisname]

G'day Will,

Yep was aware of that one mate - I have a 'back-up plan'. But I understand your line of thinking.

I've actually had a number of first hand reports that have stated they are reasonably capable of coping with semi-spirited cornering - that was the first question I put to the guys using them on the road. As for wet weather use... ~300rwkw, a wet road and RWD don't mix at the best of times. On the RE540s it was easy does it in the wet, on the Nittos it was easy does it in the wet... and the ETs will be no different. I don't like driving the 33 in the wet anyway. It might get dirty!

Yeah I was very happy with the price, Adrian.

Sorry Sean Conrgat's on the new PB... and your fame in the latest Zoom

[chops]

With regards to cornering, I guess most of the guys I know have been using 235/60 R15s.

Just wanted you to have all the info I had before deciding.

Happy trails!

[9krpm]

Hmmm I've always thought they are legal because of the yellow dot. I better take extremely good care next time I drive down to the track. Thanks for the infor chop

[whatsisname]

Will, sorry if my reply above sounded a bit 'smart', upon re-reading it it kinda' sounded like I was being a bit of a smart-arse... I wasn't trying to be mate

I 100% appreciate your info', as it prompted me to do even more research. I'm currently waiting on more feedback as to both the legalities and cornering capabilties (of 275/40/17s in particular) from a couple of 'in the know' sources. Will hopefully have a reply COB Monday. Ultimately I will still be using them as my 'everyday' rear tyres - everyday for the Skyline means once a month

[chops]

Not at all mate.

Danh, I've even heard of guys passing RWCs in QLD with them, so you are very unlikely to get done.

[9krpm]

Better be safe than sorry for me Will.

I am a tad more worried about the insurrance side of thing rather than getting pull over up here.