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blazzin1 · 01-29-2013, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Motion427

Here you go Keith,and who ever else might be interested.

http://www.cokertire.com/tire-sizes/...rt-radial.html

It says that it's a tube type,I don't recall ever running a tube in a radial tire

Hmmm, that's interesting!!! Thanks for the info Ron. I wonder what the speed rating is on this one? The load rating is pretty low too. But I suppose it would work!! Hopefully, M&H comes out with something here soon. You're right $250 a piece is kinda high.

Motion427 · 01-29-2013, 07:17 PM

Yes,load range seems a bit low. But if you would compare a 15" skinny,it's about the same load range.
It would not be a 150+mph tire for sure.But for a daily driver that would rarely see 100+mph. Or just a quick blast down the track.It would be a decent tire. It's just the price tag that is out of wack.
The average tire 15-16" wheel,the speed rating is only 112-118 anyway.And I'm sure some of us went faster with a 15" 60 series tires in a older Camaro or Mustang more than once.

Motion427 · 01-29-2013, 07:19 PM

Same here,I have 17" for the rear. I'm not in a hurry to get the fronts because of the tire. So,if M&H or M/T makes a nice 28" radial in a 17. Good chance that I'll buy a pair also if the $ is reasonable.

Norm Peterson · 01-29-2013, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Motion427

http://www.cokertire.com/tire-sizes/...rt-radial.html

It says that it's a tube type,I don't recall ever running a tube in a radial tire

Coker Tire specializes in discontinued tires and tire sizes for antique cars, so I'm not surprised.

There was a time where radial tires were mostly tube type. Michelin X and the sportier Michelin XAS in the 1960's, just off the top of my head.

Supposedly there is some difference between a radial tire inner tube and a bias ply tire inner tube, but I don't know what it might be.

It's actually possible to run tubes with tubeless radial tires.

Norm

Trackman · 01-29-2013, 07:29 PM

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Originally Posted by blazzin1

Man, that would be awesome if M&H (or M/T) came out with a radial 28x17!!! I don't care which one does it....but there is certainly a demand for it!!! Sounds like M&H might beat them to it.....I guess we'll see....

You will see a 17"x28" tall radial front runner from M&H in a couple of months.

blazzin1 · 01-29-2013, 09:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Trackman

You will see a 17"x28" tall radial front runner from M&H in a couple of months.

lewylew · 01-29-2013, 09:59 PM

http://www.cokertire.com/tire-sizes/...rt-radial.html

This was the only option close that I found

Rockit_z28 · 01-30-2013, 06:27 AM

As mentioned above, there are no other options. I currently run the 26" M&H radial on mine. Well, it may not look the best, it does the job and I can still drive to and from the track. Braking does suffer quite a bit.

When I last spoke to M&H they were 4-6 months out for a 28" tall. They were doing the R&D and cost implications to produce it. However, based on their bias ply sales, they really thought this woud be coming to market. This was a lot better than the answer I got from MT about producing one.

Nitroman28 · 02-13-2013, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by blazzin1

Hmmm, well, I suppose....if you want to go outside of the manufacturer's recommended rim width of 6-7.5 inches....well....there you have it!!! I just don't know if I could bring myself to do it. It begs the question....which is actually safer?

Good info though, thanks for chiming in Bad70Supreme!!! At least we know....it's an option now!!

What do you think will actually happen putting that tire on a 5in rim? I run the M/T 305/35/20 on a 9in stock wheel and they call for a 10-12in rim. I've made over 80 passes and drive 190 mile round trip to the track on them. And had them up to 155mph. I know the tire would have hooked and had better wear on the proper rim, but it's what i had.

The people that are crazy are the ricers that stretch the tires..

Pro Stock John · 02-13-2013, 01:27 PM

I'm still really surprised that Mickey Thompson has not produced a radial skinny. I keep telling Jason Moulton over there to do it, not sure what gets them to pull the trigger. Heck even a 27" tall would do it for me.

atxcamaross · 12-23-2014, 01:46 PM

There is the mickey sportsman Sr radial

http://www.mickeythompsontires.com/street.php

etmx183 · 01-26-2015, 11:35 AM

Any updates for a 17 x 28" tall radial front runner yet???

62nalide · 01-26-2015, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by etmx183

Any updates for a 17 x 28" tall radial front runner yet???

Mickey Thompson has been having one for over a year now

Pro Stock John · 01-27-2015, 10:55 AM

M/T

90000020408 6679 28X6.00R17LT

01-29-2013, 09:59 PM	#21
lewylew Drives: 2010 ZL550& 2021 C8 Z51 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Near Philadelphia Posts: 1,577 View My Garage	http://www.cokertire.com/tire-sizes/...rt-radial.html This was the only option close that I found __________________

01-30-2013, 06:27 AM	#22
Rockit_z28 www.1baddogracing.com Drives: 2010 IOM 2SS/RS Auto Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Indian Land, SC Posts: 998 View My Garage	As mentioned above, there are no other options. I currently run the 26" M&H radial on mine. Well, it may not look the best, it does the job and I can still drive to and from the track. Braking does suffer quite a bit. When I last spoke to M&H they were 4-6 months out for a 28" tall. They were doing the R&D and cost implications to produce it. However, based on their bias ply sales, they really thought this woud be coming to market. This was a lot better than the answer I got from MT about producing one. __________________ 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Aqua Blue Metalllic (bolt-ons) 2020 Camaro 2SS/RS Satin Steel Metallic - Shock and Steel Edition 1 of 98 - A10 (bolt-ons) 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS IOM - 1,023 RWHP 813RWTQ (Previous Paxton Record Holder: 9.82@139) Built and Tuned by Heintz Racing Go: DSS 9", RPM Trans TH400, Carlyle Racing 15" Conversion, ECS Vortech YSI-B, Fore Fuel System, ID1700, Gall Racing 427 C.I LSX, Mast 285CC Heads, HR Custom Cam Show: Custom Painted Stripes/Badges (Orange Pearl over White), Z/TA Spoiler, VFN Hood, Weld Wheels http://www.HeintzRacing.com http://www.youtube.com/user/1baddogracing

02-13-2013, 01:27 PM	#24
Pro Stock John Writer Drives: 2010 SS / 1967 Camaro Join Date: May 2009 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 7,216	I'm still really surprised that Mickey Thompson has not produced a radial skinny. I keep telling Jason Moulton over there to do it, not sure what gets them to pull the trigger. Heck even a 27" tall would do it for me. __________________ PROJECT HEAVY CHEVY Camaro Now: Mods for the Masses Part I \| Part II 13.15@106 1.95 \| 100% Stock 12.37@112 1.85 \| + Kooks Headers/Cats + 20" 555R + CAI + BW TB + UDP + Tune 12.06@113 1.70 \| + CD 3200 + 18" NT05R + RCR Intake + NE OTR + GPI Tune 11.84@115 1.59 \| + 3.91s + Race Star 17x7 Fronts 10.90@125 1.47 \| + GPI VVT Cam + BW Ported Heads + CD 3800

01-27-2015, 10:55 AM	#28
Pro Stock John Writer Drives: 2010 SS / 1967 Camaro Join Date: May 2009 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 7,216	M/T 90000020408 6679 28X6.00R17LT __________________ PROJECT HEAVY CHEVY Camaro Now: Mods for the Masses Part I \| Part II 13.15@106 1.95 \| 100% Stock 12.37@112 1.85 \| + Kooks Headers/Cats + 20" 555R + CAI + BW TB + UDP + Tune 12.06@113 1.70 \| + CD 3200 + 18" NT05R + RCR Intake + NE OTR + GPI Tune 11.84@115 1.59 \| + 3.91s + Race Star 17x7 Fronts 10.90@125 1.47 \| + GPI VVT Cam + BW Ported Heads + CD 3800

01-29-2013, 07:17 PM	#16
Motion427 Account Suspended Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Red Jewel L99 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: NB,Canada Posts: 834	Yes,load range seems a bit low. But if you would compare a 15" skinny,it's about the same load range. It would not be a 150+mph tire for sure.But for a daily driver that would rarely see 100+mph. Or just a quick blast down the track.It would be a decent tire. It's just the price tag that is out of wack. The average tire 15-16" wheel,the speed rating is only 112-118 anyway.And I'm sure some of us went faster with a 15" 60 series tires in a older Camaro or Mustang more than once.

01-29-2013, 07:19 PM	#17
Motion427 Account Suspended Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Red Jewel L99 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: NB,Canada Posts: 834	Same here,I have 17" for the rear. I'm not in a hurry to get the fronts because of the tire. So,if M&H or M/T makes a nice 28" radial in a 17. Good chance that I'll buy a pair also if the $ is reasonable.

12-23-2014, 01:46 PM	#25
atxcamaross Drives: '10 Camaro SS CGM Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Austin Posts: 126	There is the mickey sportsman Sr radial http://www.mickeythompsontires.com/street.php

01-26-2015, 11:35 AM	#26
etmx183 Drives: 2012 Camaro 2LT RS Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posts: 1,633 View My Garage	Any updates for a 17 x 28" tall radial front runner yet???