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LDHitman23 · 02-10-2014, 06:07 PM

Hey guys I am just looking for people that are running a true drag radials and rim sizes. What would be the best combo with the brembros still on the car? Been tryin to read others builds but not finding any tires sizes. Thanks for the help.

Nine Ball · 02-10-2014, 07:35 PM

18x8.5 front w/ 265/50-18 Nitto NT555 tire
18x10.0 rear w/ 305/45-18 Mickey Thomspon ET Street II drag radial

Should be good enough for 9-second cars.

Tony

LDHitman23 · 02-10-2014, 09:52 PM

So 18s will fit in the back full clearance and nothin to relocate?

Thsnk you for your response.

Chevrolade · 02-10-2014, 10:53 PM

Yup that's the set up I run

SUX2BU · 02-10-2014, 11:14 PM

Ate you looking for track wheels or daily wheels? If daily, go with the 18x8.5 18 10 wheels like Tony recommends. If looking for track wheels I suggest some Welds.

Here's mine. 17x5 with 28" front runners and 17x10 with 325/45 drag radials. The rear wheels are bigger than I would like, but I got a killer deal on the wheels and that's what they came with.

Blk_SS · 02-11-2014, 12:06 AM

^^^ did you do anything to fit the 17s in the rear????

Denis · 02-11-2014, 08:07 AM

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Originally Posted by SUX2BU

Ate you looking for track wheels or daily wheels? If daily, go with the 18x8.5 18 10 wheels like Tony recommends. If looking for track wheels I suggest some Welds.

Here's mine. 17x5 with 28" front runners and 17x10 with 325/45 drag radials. The rear wheels are bigger than I would like, but I got a killer deal on the wheels and that's what they came with.

Damn it i love how those Welds look. i need a set of those

blazzin1 · 02-11-2014, 10:09 AM

I agree with the above posts....if you're looking for a more "streetable" set-up, go with the 18's. TSW and Forgestar both have some good options. The only mod required would be getting rid of the "rollerskates" on the front brake pads and re-positioning your rear emergency brake cables.

If you want a more "serious" drag set-up, you can go with a select few 17" wheels that will fit over the Brembo Brakes (Weld, CCW, and Bogarts). The Welds have been known to rub on the lower control arms, and may require aftermarket LCA's or a modification of the stock LCA's. The others seem to fit without any further mods other than what is mentioned above. But the 17" set-ups can get pretty expensive!!!

LDHitman23 · 02-11-2014, 11:10 AM

Im looking for a track set up but I think ill start out with the 18s and then go from there. I guess tax money comes in then I will get me some new shoes along with the fully rebuilt rear end.
Thank you guys for all your help. Ill let you guys know what the set up looks like when everything is done.

SUX2BU · 02-11-2014, 06:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Blk_SS

^^^ did you do anything to fit the 17s in the rear????

My car is slammed 1.5" so I had to clearance the rear LCAs.

LDHitman23 · 02-11-2014, 07:21 PM

Can you tell a huge difference with the drag radial and the small tire. We dont have the greatest track here so cant really tell fr an unpreped track

Jchaluja · 02-11-2014, 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by SUX2BU

My car is slammed 1.5" so I had to clearance the rear LCAs.

Are you compromising ET at the track by lowering the car 1.5" or you have no issues hooking? Thanks in advance, I want to lower my car and put 18"s but I don't want to lower it if it's going to affect my ET....sorry for the thread jack....

SUX2BU · 02-11-2014, 10:51 PM

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Originally Posted by LDHitman23

Can you tell a huge difference with the drag radial and the small tire. We dont have the greatest track here so cant really tell fr an unpreped track

Yes they make a huge difference.

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Originally Posted by Jchaluja

Are you compromising ET at the track by lowering the car 1.5" or you have no issues hooking? Thanks in advance, I want to lower my car and put 18"s but I don't want to lower it if it's going to affect my ET....sorry for the thread jack....

I might be leaving a little on the table, but this is my daily first and track car second. Since I am on 18" wheels with 27" tires, lowering was a MUST to get rid of the huge wheel gap.

Also, I haven't been able to get a decent 60 ft out of my car because of the stock gearing and 4,350 lb race weight. I finally got a 9" rear with 4.57 gears so I'm expecting a HUGE drop in my 60 next time I go to the track. But I have no clue when that will be with a 5 month old and a 1 1/2 year old at home. Last time I went was just over a year ago.

Pro Stock John · 02-11-2014, 11:07 PM

I had a 9 second car 6 years ago. Oh wait, that's when my 2nd son was born.

02-10-2014, 06:07 PM	#1
LDHitman23 Drives: 2010 Camaro 1SS/RS Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 222	Bigs And skinnies Hey guys I am just looking for people that are running a true drag radials and rim sizes. What would be the best combo with the brembros still on the car? Been tryin to read others builds but not finding any tires sizes. Thanks for the help. __________________ Texas Speed LT Headers (no cats), LS3 Monster blower cam, Muffler Delete, Stage 3 Spec 3 Clutch,102mm F.A.S.T Intake Manifold, Comp Cam Push Rods, Comp Cam Dual Springs, D1-SC Procharger, ID850cc Injectors, Stealth Fuel Pump, F.A.S.T Fuel Rails, Tune by Brett Seaburg, Nitto Street Radials, Amber Halos and Fog Lights, Window Tint (5%) Nightshade Tail Lights, Interior Amber Dome Light and Trunk.

02-10-2014, 07:35 PM	#2
Nine Ball Drives: 1969 & 2016 Camaro SS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 3,849	18x8.5 front w/ 265/50-18 Nitto NT555 tire 18x10.0 rear w/ 305/45-18 Mickey Thomspon ET Street II drag radial Should be good enough for 9-second cars. Tony __________________ Fquick.com/NineBall

02-10-2014, 09:52 PM	#3
LDHitman23 Drives: 2010 Camaro 1SS/RS Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 222	So 18s will fit in the back full clearance and nothin to relocate? Thsnk you for your response. __________________ Texas Speed LT Headers (no cats), LS3 Monster blower cam, Muffler Delete, Stage 3 Spec 3 Clutch,102mm F.A.S.T Intake Manifold, Comp Cam Push Rods, Comp Cam Dual Springs, D1-SC Procharger, ID850cc Injectors, Stealth Fuel Pump, F.A.S.T Fuel Rails, Tune by Brett Seaburg, Nitto Street Radials, Amber Halos and Fog Lights, Window Tint (5%) Nightshade Tail Lights, Interior Amber Dome Light and Trunk.

02-10-2014, 11:14 PM	#5
SUX2BU Quit being a pu$$y Drives: FAST Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Sachse TX (DFW) Posts: 5,825 View My Garage	Ate you looking for track wheels or daily wheels? If daily, go with the 18x8.5 18 10 wheels like Tony recommends. If looking for track wheels I suggest some Welds. Here's mine. 17x5 with 28" front runners and 17x10 with 325/45 drag radials. The rear wheels are bigger than I would like, but I got a killer deal on the wheels and that's what they came with. __________________ <----- Click HERE to see ALL of my mods/write ups

02-11-2014, 11:10 AM	#9
LDHitman23 Drives: 2010 Camaro 1SS/RS Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 222	Im looking for a track set up but I think ill start out with the 18s and then go from there. I guess tax money comes in then I will get me some new shoes along with the fully rebuilt rear end. Thank you guys for all your help. Ill let you guys know what the set up looks like when everything is done. __________________ Texas Speed LT Headers (no cats), LS3 Monster blower cam, Muffler Delete, Stage 3 Spec 3 Clutch,102mm F.A.S.T Intake Manifold, Comp Cam Push Rods, Comp Cam Dual Springs, D1-SC Procharger, ID850cc Injectors, Stealth Fuel Pump, F.A.S.T Fuel Rails, Tune by Brett Seaburg, Nitto Street Radials, Amber Halos and Fog Lights, Window Tint (5%) Nightshade Tail Lights, Interior Amber Dome Light and Trunk.

02-10-2014, 10:53 PM	#4
Chevrolade Account Suspended Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Texas Posts: 1,050	Yup that's the set up I run

02-11-2014, 12:06 AM	#6
Blk_SS Drives: black on black 2SS/RS Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Biloxi,MS Posts: 357	^^^ did you do anything to fit the 17s in the rear????

02-11-2014, 10:09 AM	#8
blazzin1 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS R6P Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: St. Cloud, FL Posts: 4,845 View My Garage	I agree with the above posts....if you're looking for a more "streetable" set-up, go with the 18's. TSW and Forgestar both have some good options. The only mod required would be getting rid of the "rollerskates" on the front brake pads and re-positioning your rear emergency brake cables. If you want a more "serious" drag set-up, you can go with a select few 17" wheels that will fit over the Brembo Brakes (Weld, CCW, and Bogarts). The Welds have been known to rub on the lower control arms, and may require aftermarket LCA's or a modification of the stock LCA's. The others seem to fit without any further mods other than what is mentioned above. But the 17" set-ups can get pretty expensive!!!

02-11-2014, 07:21 PM	#11
LDHitman23 Drives: 2010 Camaro 1SS/RS Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 222	Can you tell a huge difference with the drag radial and the small tire. We dont have the greatest track here so cant really tell fr an unpreped track __________________ Texas Speed LT Headers (no cats), LS3 Monster blower cam, Muffler Delete, Stage 3 Spec 3 Clutch,102mm F.A.S.T Intake Manifold, Comp Cam Push Rods, Comp Cam Dual Springs, D1-SC Procharger, ID850cc Injectors, Stealth Fuel Pump, F.A.S.T Fuel Rails, Tune by Brett Seaburg, Nitto Street Radials, Amber Halos and Fog Lights, Window Tint (5%) Nightshade Tail Lights, Interior Amber Dome Light and Trunk.

02-11-2014, 11:07 PM	#14
Pro Stock John Writer Drives: 2010 SS / 1967 Camaro Join Date: May 2009 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 7,216	I had a 9 second car 6 years ago. Oh wait, that's when my 2nd son was born. __________________ 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