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05-04-2002, 09:50 AM
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im in the market for some slicks.i was wondering if there would be a difference in performance between a slick used for a 15 inch rim or 16 inch rim.currently my car has the factory 16 inch.
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05-04-2002, 11:31 AM
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Car: 87 IROC L98
Engine: 588 Alcohol BBC
Transmission: Powerglide
Axle/Gears: Ford 9"/31 spline spool/4.86
First of all the best selection of tire sizes are for 15" rims. There are a few smaller sizes available for 16" rims. The larger 16" rim tires are for cars like Super Comp and Pro Stock type cars. The choice of a performance slick depends more on the tire size selected. Not the rims size and since choices for 16" rims is low, go with a 15" rim.
Slicks work best with a tall sidewall. A 15" rim will give more sidewall than the same size tire on a 16" rim. A slick with wrinkle wall construction will have more flex and work better.
You'll notice street cars with fancy 17-20" rims have very little sidewall. Although these are fantastic tires for autocross, they are terrible for the dragstrip.
Buy a set of 15" rims and have some slicks mounted just for the dragstrip. Use your 16" wheels for the street.
Slicks work best with a tall sidewall. A 15" rim will give more sidewall than the same size tire on a 16" rim. A slick with wrinkle wall construction will have more flex and work better.
You'll notice street cars with fancy 17-20" rims have very little sidewall. Although these are fantastic tires for autocross, they are terrible for the dragstrip.
Buy a set of 15" rims and have some slicks mounted just for the dragstrip. Use your 16" wheels for the street.
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