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Old 04-11-2008, 01:34 PM
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what will net me a better 60' time a 255/50/16 or a 275/45/17.
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i believe larger sidewall is better for launching.?
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the 16 inch size will probably work better... but nothing replaces the sidewall of a 15 inch rim.
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Originally Posted by JL ws-6
the 16 inch size will probably work better... but nothing replaces the sidewall of a 15 inch rim.
I concur
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general rule the larger rim diameter the less traction
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