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jmlozano7 · 05-24-2010, 12:58 PM

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Addiction · 05-24-2010, 01:04 PM

They hook up great!!

Addiction · 05-24-2010, 01:07 PM

I dont think I would put them on stock rims.

Gotthat02fire · 05-24-2010, 05:07 PM

Tony talk to some of your friends and get that 275 made already let go have some fun!!!!!!!!!

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Originally Posted by Nine Ball

Just because a tire can be mounted on a wheel, that doesn't mean it fits properly. Tires that are too wide for the recommended wheel will handle poorly and wear unevenly. Look at the dirt on that tread, the sidewalls are stretched in so far that you aren't even using the full 315mm tire patch. Maybe using 275mm worth

Low-profile sidewalls are designed to support the weight of the vehicle when they are in a nearly vertical position, not pulled in and bulging. Being a drag racer, you probably realize that using too much tire can actually slow you down. Most of us drag racers know to use just enough tire that the vehicle requires. I'll bet a proper fitting 275 wide drag radial (if it existed in 20") would work just as well or better than that poorly fitting 315 tire. The factory 9.0" wide wheel is pretty narrow. Even a 295 is pushing the limit on that width.

Bulging tires might look cool to some, I even think it can look cool sometimes. But, I suppose I prefer to go with what fits properly, and maintain performance and handling characteristics. Maybe I'm getting old

Tony

prostreetbuyer · 05-24-2010, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Nine Ball

Look at the dirt on that tread, the sidewalls are stretched in so far that you aren't even using the full 315mm tire patch. Maybe using 275mm worthTony

Perhaps You Have Not Considered How The Contact Patch May Change With Lower P.S.I At The Track? Even I Won't Know The Answer Till I Test The Contact Patch Under Full Load At The Track.

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Originally Posted by Nine Ball

Just because a tire can be mounted on a wheel, that doesn't mean it fits properly. Tires that are too wide for the recommended wheel will handle poorly and wear unevenly. Maybe I'm getting old

Tony

Perhaps The Recommended Wheel Size Was Written By Attorneys Instead Of Engineers. If We All Followed The Lawyer/Manufacturer Recomendations, Most Of The Camaros On This Site Would Still Be Around 426 Horse Power.
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Nine Ball · 05-25-2010, 08:33 AM

I wouldn't say putting oversized tires on narrow wheels is "pushing the envelope". People have been putting improperly sized tires on wheels since wheels and tires were invented. Some things are as simple as using the wrong size. Do you use a 14mm socket on your 12mm bolt heads?

prostreetbuyer · 05-25-2010, 09:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Nine Ball

I wouldn't say putting oversized tires on narrow wheels is "pushing the envelope". People have been putting improperly sized tires on wheels since wheels and tires were invented. Some things are as simple as using the wrong size. Do you use a 14mm socket on your 12mm bolt heads?

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Nine Ball · 05-25-2010, 09:59 AM

Nah, Columbus was correct. Wide tires on narrow wheels is not

NickJRE · 05-25-2010, 01:55 PM

I don't want to get into a big argument over this at all. I appreciate your input.

You have to take everything at face value. If it were my own vehicle, I'd have no problem putting these tires on. Because it's a drag radial it's made to go straight and fast.. not to turn. Air the tires down these things hook.

But that's not everyone. You just have to use your own discretion.

prostreetbuyer · 05-25-2010, 02:13 PM

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Originally Posted by NickJRE

I don't want to get into a big argument over this at all. I appreciate your input.

You have to take everything at face value. If it were my own vehicle, I'd have no problem putting these tires on. Because it's a drag radial it's made to go straight and fast.. not to turn. Air the tires down these things hook.

But that's not everyone. You just have to use your own discretion.

I'm In Total Agreement.

midgard · 05-29-2010, 04:38 PM

Mine fit fine and they perform great in the straight line...same size as in the picture from Nick

SGOS252382 · 05-29-2010, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by midgard

Mine fit fine and they perform great in the straight line...same size as in the picture from Nick

Your sig says widened rear wheels.

The issue is running 315's on the stock wheel (9.0 wide).

Mike2ss · 05-30-2010, 05:13 PM

those look cool, years ago we ran wider tires on little to nothing, as long as you are not into road racing you should be fine.

turbo222 · 05-31-2010, 01:43 PM

Nineball, I have to say you have helped me and many of my friends to make perfect choices when if comes to wheels and tires! Thanks again!!

05-24-2010, 12:58 PM	#43
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05-25-2010, 08:33 AM	#48
Nine Ball Drives: 1969 & 2016 Camaro SS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 3,849	I wouldn't say putting oversized tires on narrow wheels is "pushing the envelope". People have been putting improperly sized tires on wheels since wheels and tires were invented. Some things are as simple as using the wrong size. Do you use a 14mm socket on your 12mm bolt heads? __________________ Fquick.com/NineBall

05-25-2010, 09:59 AM	#50
Nine Ball Drives: 1969 & 2016 Camaro SS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 3,849	Nah, Columbus was correct. Wide tires on narrow wheels is not __________________ Fquick.com/NineBall

05-29-2010, 04:38 PM	#53
midgard Drives: red jewel camaro Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Northwest Indiana Posts: 524	Mine fit fine and they perform great in the straight line...same size as in the picture from Nick __________________ 2010 Red Jewel Camaro ss/rs A6/L99 POWER NUMBERS....874 rwhp/880 rwtq!! 9.81@142.02 Livernois 2nd Place Car Camaro5 Fest Original Build 13 psi/nittos.....10.44@134 3.6KB/3.5 pulley/Stock t/b..Best 9.967@142.01 SSJ3...is done....mid 9s?Rossler 6l80E Transmission KB 3.6LC,17" Bogarts, Thanks to Hendrix 9", Thanks to Pfadt original T/b and converter, 419ci stroker (NO LSX Block)

05-30-2010, 05:13 PM	#55
Mike2ss Airborne Pathfinder Drives: Camaro ZL575 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: San Benito, TX Posts: 1,139	those look cool, years ago we ran wider tires on little to nothing, as long as you are not into road racing you should be fine. __________________ 2010 Camaro Indy 500 Pace car, LS3-ZL575 Other cars are- 95 BMW 325 sedan- AA exhaust, AA CAI, AA Strut bar, AA chip, M3 rotors and calipers, racing clutch, oversized injectors, upgraded M3 interior- Audi A4 SLine, with black out optics

05-24-2010, 01:04 PM	#44
Addiction It's not just a hobby! Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Jax, FL. Posts: 1,498	They hook up great!!

05-24-2010, 01:07 PM	#45
Addiction It's not just a hobby! Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Jax, FL. Posts: 1,498	I dont think I would put them on stock rims.

05-25-2010, 01:55 PM	#51
NickJRE Drives: Nothing Fun. Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: CT Posts: 1,052	I don't want to get into a big argument over this at all. I appreciate your input. You have to take everything at face value. If it were my own vehicle, I'd have no problem putting these tires on. Because it's a drag radial it's made to go straight and fast.. not to turn. Air the tires down these things hook. But that's not everyone. You just have to use your own discretion.

05-31-2010, 01:43 PM	#56
turbo222 Drives: 2010 Summit White Camaro 1SS Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Laguna Beach CA / Tempe AZ Posts: 285	Nineball, I have to say you have helped me and many of my friends to make perfect choices when if comes to wheels and tires! Thanks again!! __________________ Engine: 402whp & 394TQ Hp-tuned, Kooks 1 7/8" catted headers, 3" Kooks Cat-back Exhaust, Roto-fab Intake (Summit white), Skip shift Eliminator. Exterior: Blacked-out Tail lights / Reverse lights / Side Markers / F & R Bowties, Stealth turn signal bulbs, AAC Blue Dome and Footwell lights. Wheels/Tires/Suspension: ForgedStar F14 Rims (semi gloss) 20x9.5 & 20x11, Nitto NT05's 275/40/20 & 315/35/20, Pfadt Lowering Springs. ICE: Audison LRx 5.1k Amp, 2 Hertz Hi-Energy 250w Componet Speakers, 2 Bravox Audio CF 260w Coaxial speakers, 12" Hertz Hi-Energy 1200W Subwoofer, ******** Box and Amp Rack.

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