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Old Nov 17, 2006 | 06:41 PM
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Looking for a new wheel/tire setup. I was wondering if anyone on here runs weld drag wheels on the street. I got into an arguement with my brother today. He claims you cant run them on the street or they will crack from bumps and or turning.. I explained to him that i would only run a set on the back (15x11 or 12), with a drag radial. and a stock or like stock wheel on front with a regular performance street tire... Just looking for some opinions on if this is feasable. Please direct this if its in the wrong section, thanks
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Old Dec 3, 2006 | 10:31 AM
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Some people do use them on the street, but that doesn't mean you're suppose to. Welds are not designed to handle tough turns and side loads, so there is a possibility of them bending. But I have seen people use them on daily drivers.
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Old Dec 3, 2006 | 11:15 AM
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It's like everything else,We all have opinions on it,some have with no problems others have had problems.

I have run drag wheels on the street with no problems,I don't drive on them as hard as I would another wheel either

What do feel comfortable with.
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Old Dec 3, 2006 | 10:47 PM
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A lot of cars run them on the street. If you dont drive it like a jackass you should be just fine.
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