RT-615s and drag racing
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RT-615s and drag racing
I am planning on running my S2000 for the first time in an 1/8 mile event on Friday, March 31st. I currently have RT-615s. I have heard that this type of tire is bad for drag racing because the sidewall is so stiff. How "detrimental" will these tires be?
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As opposed to what? Do you have any other tires you can mount between now and then? For drag racing you do want a softer sidewall than for actual driving.
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I think the RT-615 will be okay since it's a fairly grippy street tire. Generally good autocross tires don't make good drag racing tires due to lack of sidewall flex and contact patch. But i don't think you'll be able to tell much of a difference between the 615's or any other street tire except maybe BF-G Gforce T/As.
Try them out, most people can get 2.0 on street tires if they're a good driver. If that still doesn't work go to a drag radial or small slick.
Try them out, most people can get 2.0 on street tires if they're a good driver. If that still doesn't work go to a drag radial or small slick.
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Originally Posted by Ludedude,Mar 17 2006, 10:46 AM
As opposed to what? Do you have any other tires you can mount between now and then? For drag racing you do want a softer sidewall than for actual driving.
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I dragged a good amount in my 14 second (not much power or torque) Neon with the RT-215 (predacessor to the 615). Found that 22-25psi was ideal and that pulling a 2.0-2.1 60' isn't too hard with them.
Should be fine. Make sure to drop the pressure though. My first run was at street pressure (35+ psi, can't remember anymore) and I spun my way to a 2.5 or 2.6 60'.
Should be fine. Make sure to drop the pressure though. My first run was at street pressure (35+ psi, can't remember anymore) and I spun my way to a 2.5 or 2.6 60'.
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Originally Posted by 2QYK4U,Mar 17 2006, 10:07 AM
As opposed to me going out and buying two more rear wheels and some tires for them.
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