lulz

I recently purchased some lightweight 17x7 inch wheels. I know they are a bit narrow but I'll have to deal with it. The Hoosiers DOT's seem to be as close as you can get to a full slick while still being somewhat streetable. They are available in 225/45/17. And I've been able to find them for $460 a set shipped. Now the Nitto 555r's narrowest 17 inch tire is 245/45/17. I know they can fit but will I have issues? Is the extra rubber going to make useful contact? Also they are $369 a set shipped.

My goal is to cut a 1.9-2.0 sixty foot. I've looked into full out slicks but the price and possible drivetrain issues have kept me away. Also I'm confused on sizing. Suggestions?

lulz

Halp. i want to buy some D/R's or slicks. What have you guys used with good results?

036mtmax

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If your looking for the best 60 ft the Hoosiers are going to get you there more so than the Nitto's. Nitto's will last a little longer and have better traction in the rain. I have run them both on my old supercharged 93 LX and always cut a better time with The Hoosiers. Which ever you decide on, If it's Hoosiers do a John Force funny car burnout before your run to get em nice and sticky and the Nittos just a quick spin to clean them off. Hope this helps good luck. Ambient temp and track prep also play a roll in 60 footers

lulz

Thanks for the reply, after doing additional research the 555r's seem to have a bad rep. People are raving about the hoosiers and the mt et streets. I have the mt et streets and have had ok results. Consistent 1.8's on a rwd car. I also hear the hoosiers are lighter And more have a softer sidewall than the mt et streets.