Need 17" Drag Radial Info

[twracing]

Hello,
99-04 Mustangs
I am posting to see what kind of 60' and 1/4 mile times folks are getting with a 275/40/17 and 315/35/17 Drag Radial only. If you have 18's go ahead and chime in as well.

If you can, please list the D/R brand and basic combo. Preferred combos of street, street/strip.

Thanks, Joe

 

[Chongoculo]

Hello,

I am posting to see what kind of 60' and 1/4 mile times folks are getting with a 275/40/17 and 315/35/17 Drag Radial only. If you have 18's go ahead and chime in as well.

If you can, please list the D/R brand and basic combo. Preferred combos of street, street/strip.

Thanks, Joe

Doesn't that kind of depend on what kind of machinery you're sitting in and your ability to get it moving efficiently?

 

[twracing]

Yep, Just getting a rough idea what some people are doing and getting some info together. Trying see what these two tires in particular can do and see if the 315 has a distinct advantage over the 275 in the 17". Info doesn't need to be conclusive just gathering info. Thanks

 

[Wicked One]

I think it is a generic question. he wants to measure up the different tires and there impact on 60'. Do they hook, spin, feel squirmy.......

Correct about the machinery, as all is taken into consideration about the tires needed.

OP, please add what you are running and what your goals are.

 

[twracing]

Basically I am looking to get info on what a "stock" power adder Mustang can run with a 17" Drag Radial. Car needs to be street legal. I know the Cobra commonly uses a 315/35/17. My friend has a 470rwhp '04 Cobra with a 315/35/17. His shreds the tires. It doesn't 60" better than 1.7. Is this common? I have other friends using the 275/40. No better I am sure but is the 275 or the 315 capable of say 1.50 60'. In a stock suspension with nothing more than drag shocks.

 

[Wicked One]

I see you have a 4 eyed pride (your avatar). PM EHA racing, he will help you out with all your questions.

He is a great guy and very knowledgeable.

 

[twracing]

I simply want to know what these two tires are capable of under moderate power in a stock type power adder mustang. Nothing more. This not for me or any projects. Doug can not give me the list I would like to get. Thanks for your input though. I realize my question is vague, but there is no set goal. Can someone easily drive to the track rip off a low 11 high 10 on these tires? Will they hook good enough for this. Is the 315 better suited than the 275 or is it a moot point.

 

[Wicked One]

I cannot answer you. I am sure most are sleeping. You will get your answers tomorrow when the racers wake up.

Sorry I could not be more help.

 

[Chongoculo]

I can tell you this:
I put MT ET DRs, 305/35/18, on my Terminator. For the first week they stuck like friggin glue at about 450 rwhp. After that, they started spinning but not hopping like my Pirelli's did.
I had my best 0-60 times right when I slapped them on. Can't match it now. Putting 500 on the ground and it doesn't matter!

The racers all told reiterated it's about the sidewalls. Low profile isn't gonna get it done. 15" rims or less, but let the experts tell you what's up.

 

[dsblk93gt]

My cousin got 1.8 60fts with 275/40 555R with a 89 GT, and it had KYB shocks and B springs so not a drag setup. I have seen people get 60fts in the 1.5 range on other forums with 275/40 tires. I have 1.5 60fts in person with Hoosier 255/50 16" drag radials on stock pony rims too.

check this out:
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[92BIGREDBEAST]

The lower the gears (411's) the taller tire would benefit you better. If you have (355's) in the rear the smaller diameter tire will give you a better launch then a taller tire. If you have the HP to get the taller tire spinning the rear end gears wont be as much a factor...

 

[92BIGREDBEAST]

The lower the gears (411's) the taller tire would benefit you better. If you have (355's) in the rear the smaller diameter tire will give you a better launch then a taller tire. If you have the HP to get the taller tire spinning the rear end gears wont be as much a factor...

 

[Unrealford]

Im only at 280hp 305 trq at rear wheels and on 275/40/17 MT ET streets. Ive pulled 1.82 60fts, Auto, with 3.73 gears, Stall converter (3800) With 22lbs in tires
My suspension is 100% stock..
I know a guy from POPS racing who has a 06 GT5 speed, with some suspension work and KB pushing 436hp to rear wheels and with 17 inch 315 MT drag radials , He pulled a 1.68 at a shitty track like Dunn Tire

 

[dklimek]

That's like going into the casino and asking for the winning numbers. too many odds....how about telling us what kind of suspension you have, what mods, auto/manual?