icydude Posted October 28, 2007 Share Posted October 28, 2007 (edited) I need to fit a set for a r32 gtr. i was looking at going with a set et streets radials but then it struck me, i am going to need the traction if i wish to run 8's. mt drags only come in 15 and smaller so new rims are a must, anyone car to comment on width/size and backspacing that will clear gtr std brakes. next what size slick is optimal without having to start modifying fenders more then just rolling. thanks Edited October 28, 2007 by icydude Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/191164-mt-drag-slicks/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
OFENSV Posted October 28, 2007 Share Posted October 28, 2007 dont think 15's clear the front brakes? you must have alot of power if you are chasing 8's!!! Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/191164-mt-drag-slicks/#findComment-3439972 Share on other sites More sharing options...
icydude Posted October 28, 2007 Author Share Posted October 28, 2007 chasing is the correct word, the car has yet to be tuned but it will be a monster in north america. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/191164-mt-drag-slicks/#findComment-3439988 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NXTIME Posted October 28, 2007 Share Posted October 28, 2007 You do know that quite a few cars have run 8's on drag radials? More grip will just add to the driveline stresses in a (4WD) drag car. 255/50/16 drag radials on the standard R32 GTR wheels are an unbeatable combination. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/191164-mt-drag-slicks/#findComment-3440146 Share on other sites More sharing options...
2rismo Posted October 28, 2007 Share Posted October 28, 2007 I see Mark reading this thread Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/191164-mt-drag-slicks/#findComment-3440419 Share on other sites More sharing options...
1JZ.747 Posted October 28, 2007 Share Posted October 28, 2007 You do know that quite a few cars have run 8's on drag radials? More grip will just add to the driveline stresses in a (4WD) drag car. 255/50/16 drag radials on the standard R32 GTR wheels are an unbeatable combination. i dont agree with this statement. drag radials are much harder on driveline components than slicks. due to the limited side wall flex. driving on slicks are like driving on two big cushions. the extra side wall flexing takes a lot of stress off the drive line. this is evident with the amount of guys breaking drivelines in their supra's in the states on radials when guys on slicks arent breaking those same components. last meeting if smashed my planetary gears in my transmission when changing into second gear. the change from first to second is far less harsh with the slicks on than the radials. Shane Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/191164-mt-drag-slicks/#findComment-3440608 Share on other sites More sharing options...
PJ. Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 M/T make an ET Street (non radial) in 16 x 10.5 which you will get to fit under the guards no problem, as to what offset to use I can't help you Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/191164-mt-drag-slicks/#findComment-3440936 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jas/slo32 Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 (edited) hoosier make a 28 x 10 x 16 in full slick will be a tight fit but will fit onto std gtr wheels to fit 15 inch slicks you will have to change brakes Edited October 29, 2007 by jas/slo32 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/191164-mt-drag-slicks/#findComment-3441810 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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