jhshnh

I'm working on getting into the low 10s as I build my 2000 Z28 and am wondering just how well 17s with slicks or mickey et streets hold up. Or should I just go to a 15?

ssvert99

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Always use the tallest side wall you can.

RENE'S RAGE

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If auto, 275 MT Pros.

jhshnh

I'm an auto so a 275 on a 17 is good

RENE'S RAGE

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No, get a 15" rim. 17" rims want leave you with enought sidewall.
MT Pro is a 28" tire.

Dark SS

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I see no reason why a 275/40/17 hoosier wouldn't get you where you need to be. Obviously a 15" wheel is ideal but I was able to pull a 1.5 60' on a 17" hoosier and hook it on the street.

jhshnh

I'd like a 17 to work. I'm going for a 10 second ride, so it's not like I'm going crazy or anything.

scotty2000ss

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How are those tires on the street? How did you like the wear on them and did you ever get caught in the rain? That's a nice 60ft time.

Dark SS

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I never got caught in a down pour but I drove a little on wet streets. Nothing out of the ordinary as long as you don't make any sudden direction changes.

They wore fine for me. I didn't have them on a DD but I drove the car to and from the track on them and around locally. I will be ordering a set for my T/A once I get 15" rear wheels. I currently drive that car on 17" Mikey's though. The MT is a better wearing tire on the street but won't hook nearly as well.

RENE'S RAGE

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You wanting to go low 10's, how you going about doing it?
N/A, Nitrous, Turbo, Supercharger....

jhshnh

Going to build the motor with a small shot of nitrous.

RENE'S RAGE

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I'd still go with a 15" rim and the MT 275 Pro.
Years ago , I had 17" rims and the MT DR 275/40R and could not hook. Tire was not tall enough and not enough sidewall.
The 275/40 is a 26" tire and the 275 Pro is a 28" tire.