Hey folks,
I've posted questions before for slicks, and I'm still trying to aquire the latest and best knowledge. I'm really getting into drag racing now, and love to tweek and test to get the best ET and trap speed from my setup.
I am running 27x10-15 Hoosier slicks behind a 8.5" rear with 3.42 gears. This rear backs a very mild sbc350, putting maybe 320rwhp (400+ at flywheel).
through research, taller is better than wider, specially under 600hp range. So the ideal size I've been told for G-bodies is 28x9-15... making my 27x10-15 too wide and too short.
However, will a shorter tire not help my trap speed with 3.42 gears? I suppose a 28" or 30" tall tire would be fine with 3.73gears. But is the height necessary with my 3.42s?
In any case, I am considering selling my 27x10-15s and getting something skinnier, mostly because the 10s are too wide and I've been forced to buy shitty heavy wheels to get the small backspacing.
can we discuss the Pros & Cons for Slicks vs Radials?
are slicks necessary with the amount of HP I'm putting to the road? If I get radials, what would I gain? What would I lose? Should I get something 28" tall, or is 27" fine with my 3.42 gears? Should I keep the slicks I have now?
any input is appreciated! Thanks
I've posted questions before for slicks, and I'm still trying to aquire the latest and best knowledge. I'm really getting into drag racing now, and love to tweek and test to get the best ET and trap speed from my setup.
I am running 27x10-15 Hoosier slicks behind a 8.5" rear with 3.42 gears. This rear backs a very mild sbc350, putting maybe 320rwhp (400+ at flywheel).
through research, taller is better than wider, specially under 600hp range. So the ideal size I've been told for G-bodies is 28x9-15... making my 27x10-15 too wide and too short.
However, will a shorter tire not help my trap speed with 3.42 gears? I suppose a 28" or 30" tall tire would be fine with 3.73gears. But is the height necessary with my 3.42s?
In any case, I am considering selling my 27x10-15s and getting something skinnier, mostly because the 10s are too wide and I've been forced to buy shitty heavy wheels to get the small backspacing.
can we discuss the Pros & Cons for Slicks vs Radials?
are slicks necessary with the amount of HP I'm putting to the road? If I get radials, what would I gain? What would I lose? Should I get something 28" tall, or is 27" fine with my 3.42 gears? Should I keep the slicks I have now?
any input is appreciated! Thanks