et fronts vs radial front runner

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Dec 6, 2005 | 07:46 PM

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et fronts vs radial front runner

i picked up a set last night...from what ive read are these really 9 pounds lighter then a 165 15 radial...

Dec 6, 2005 | 08:52 PM

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correct. i've verified it.

Dec 6, 2005 | 08:57 PM

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good deal that is each rim and tire 9 pounds lighter right..haha juss wanna make sure

Dec 7, 2005 | 02:57 PM

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Right. there is a noticable difference there.

Dec 7, 2005 | 03:41 PM

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the price difference and street perfromance are noticably different too..

if its 18lbs total then, its prolly worht the money if you'll only be running down the track on them

Dec 7, 2005 | 03:50 PM

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its prolly worht the money if you'll only be running down the track on them

Good advice ! The front runners are designed for track use only and have very weak sidewalls. They have a 3000lb rating. Most street cars weigh much more than that.
The problem comes when you want to make a turn they will roll over on the sidewall. Thye're made to go straight.....not turn.

Dec 7, 2005 | 03:54 PM

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The funny thing about that is i've taken them on the expressway. I know the use of those tires and was aware of any consequences that were bound to happen. Good tires though, and definitely not for street.