Stiff sidewall vs Regular sidewall
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Stiff sidewall vs Regular sidewall I am currently running a Goodyear 30" X 10.5" X 15" stiff sidewall tire. The tire weighs about 4 lbs. or so heavier than the regular sidewall.
Do I really need to be carrying this added rotating mass? They seem to be a little more stable going down the track but it's really not that much of a differance.
I chose them over the regular sidewall because I was crushing the tire at launch but the stiff sidewall crushes too.
What are some of you guys running?
Do I really need to be carrying this added rotating mass? They seem to be a little more stable going down the track but it's really not that much of a differance.
I chose them over the regular sidewall because I was crushing the tire at launch but the stiff sidewall crushes too.
What are some of you guys running?
I am running a MT 28x10.5s. The only other slick I have run to compare is a QTP 26x11.5x15. The MT is a 28 rather then the 26 QTP and the MT stiff wall is way more stable on the big end. I was told stiff tire would 60's better for an m6, but I have no comparison of that.
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Originally Posted by Villain281H
I agree. Much better luck and more consistent 60 foots on the stiff sidewalls.
Tom is getting a stocker tire eh?
Tom is getting a stocker tire eh?
Off topic but, what year is your Nova? My brother just bought a 73 Nova in mint condition. Looks identical to yours color and all. It was sitting in a guys garage for 15 years. It only has 60,000 miles on it and looks to have never been driven in the rain or snow. It is really clean.
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Reply:The Nova is a 1970 model, although 1973-74 models is very similar. Swap out the big bumpers, and the front grille area/tail panel is different. Otherwise, very similar shape and parts used.
Derek
