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    Sport Cup and SRT Recommendation

    I know of several SRT owners running that setup with great success but, you do need to relocate the parking brake caliper.
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    Rim size help!

    with a narrower wheel you will loose some traction because the tire contact patch will be smaller
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    17" PS2's???

    Re: 17 17" PS2's are available right now from my Indiana warehouse. The PS2 is a much better tire in all aspects than the original Pilot Sport
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    Luke - Race Wheels

    pictures will be taken tomorrow ...
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    HELP

    yes they would fit but running staggered wheels on a GTS is a bad idea. It has an adverse effect on handling and with the rear sidewall height being lower than the front it looks ... well, wierd in my opinion
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    Luke - Race Wheels

    the new SSR Type C-RS would be the best option I can offer. It is basically the old Competition but, does not have the machined lip .... 18X11 6-114 ET50 SSR TYPE C-RS $519.00 18X13 6-114 ET65 SSR TYPE C-RS $539.00
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    Hey Luke!

    still back ordered per Kumho ... sorry
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    Tire Recommendations

    Kumho hasn't released any information todate
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    17" PS2's???

    Re: 17 no rear tire available yet but, there are rumors that it will be available in the future .... but, who knows when that is
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    Hey Luke!

    no rear tire available yet but, there are rumors that it will be available in the future .... but, who knows when that is
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    Hey Luke!

    not discontinued in the rear size but, on back order per Kumho
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    19" Hoosiers .... ANNOUNCEMENT

    Re: 19 fronts are no problem ..... and while they are street legal it's not a tire you would want to run on the street ... they are slicks and wear really fast
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    19" Hoosiers .... ANNOUNCEMENT

    19\" Hoosiers .... ANNOUNCEMENT this is the first official announcement directly from Hoosier according to Jeff Spear their AutoX / Road Race Product Manager the new tire is designed and tested and is coming out very soon new 19" sizes are: 315/40-19 (Ford GT) 325/30-19 ( C6 Z06)...
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    HELP!!! Tire air compressor/inflator

    follow link for an incar unit
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    How does tire height effect gearing?

    in simple terms a shorter tire = a higher gear ratio .... the original 17" tire diameter in the rear was 26.0" with 789 revolutions per mile ... we only carry the BFG drag radial tire and they really do not offer a good size for the Viper .... the widest 17" tire they have is a 315 which will...
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    Tire Recommendations

    WE are having meetings with several tires suppliers this later this month ... hopefully I will have news then
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    Ordering from The Tire Rack ? ......... READ THIS THREAD !!!

    Help support VCA If you are planning on ordering from the Tire Rack online please use the links below or if you need to speak with somebody on the phone call me directly at 877-522-8473 ext. 362 tires wheels Suspension Brakes Other Products
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    The OFFICIAL Tire Rack tech thread

    Since this has been brought up many times and I was directed to a post in the Motorsports forum I thought I would repost my response here So, let's look into the issue of shorter tires for AutoX ...... The Facts: A P-Metric tires max load is achieved at 35 psi and a Euro metric tires max...
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    The OFFICIAL Tire Rack tech thread

    Thinking about new brake pads and rotors? Or a big brake kit that'll show through your new wheels? First decide what feature(s) are most important to you: -- cleaner wheels -- less brake fade -- less noise -- increased stopping power And then, at tirerack.com, select your vehicle and pick...
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    The OFFICIAL Tire Rack tech thread

    Here is some technical info about after market wheels Performance benefits: While many people choose alloy wheels for their beauty, there are equally important performance benefits to be derived including... Reduced Unsprung Weight Compared to Steel Wheels This is one of the most critical...
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    The OFFICIAL Tire Rack tech thread

    Tire Rotation: Tire rotation can be beneficial in several ways. When done at the recommended times, it can preserve balanced handling and traction of the tires and even out tire wear. It can even provide performance advantages. When should tires be rotated ? We recommend that high performance...
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    The OFFICIAL Tire Rack tech thread

    In Europe, where selected highways do not have speed limits and high speed driving is permitted, speed ratings were established to match the speed capability of tires with the top speed capabilities of the vehicles to which they are applied. Speed ratings are established in kilometers per hour...
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    The OFFICIAL Tire Rack tech thread

    This thread is to offer basic technical info Tire Tech: what do the side wall markings mean ??? There is a lot of information on the sidewall of a tire. Typically, you'll find UTQG ratings for treadwear, traction and temperature, the size of the tire, the load rating index number with a...
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    Need a Viper Brake Primer

    I'm just here to help
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