I'm in the process of researching a new set of tires for my cobra. I've decided to run a normal radial in the rear to replace my Nitto drag radials. I've narrowed it down between the BFG KDW's and the GoodYear GS-D3's. I've come up with a few questions on this subject and hopefully you can help me out here. For reference the Nitto DR's are 315/35/17's mounted on 10.5" wheels.
#1- What is the actual size difference (In width) between a 315/35/17 and a 285/40/17?
#2- Assuming the story is true about Nitto's not being as wide compared to other brands of tires in the same advertised size, would a 285/40/17 in another brand supply the same width as a Nitto in 315/35/17?
#3- I was told by a rep at Discount Tire that a 285/40/17 will fit on a 10.5" rim, do you agree with this?
#4- In terms of performance can KDW and GS-D3 owners share thier feelings regarding the tires at hand? (Wet, Dry, Overall, and if any Track Experience)
#5- For those who may have ran Nitto drag radials and made the switch to the above mentioned tires, how's traction been?
#6- 500rwhp+ cars, are you running a regular radial, and does it have a chance?
#7- Anyone know if the GS-D3 is wider in 315/35/17 then the Nitto drag radial in 315/35/17? If so, how much wider?
There is a method to my madness. If a 285/40/17 in the above brands are either the same or very close in width to the Nitto's in 315/35/17 then that's what I want to go with. I can save a boatload of money and still retain a meaty look from the rear. If not then I will have to dig deep for the extra cash to sport the 315's. I'm going to be ordering the tires within the next couple days, any help is greatly appreciated!
Thanks in advance,
Razor. :beer:
#1- What is the actual size difference (In width) between a 315/35/17 and a 285/40/17?
#2- Assuming the story is true about Nitto's not being as wide compared to other brands of tires in the same advertised size, would a 285/40/17 in another brand supply the same width as a Nitto in 315/35/17?
#3- I was told by a rep at Discount Tire that a 285/40/17 will fit on a 10.5" rim, do you agree with this?
#4- In terms of performance can KDW and GS-D3 owners share thier feelings regarding the tires at hand? (Wet, Dry, Overall, and if any Track Experience)
#5- For those who may have ran Nitto drag radials and made the switch to the above mentioned tires, how's traction been?
#6- 500rwhp+ cars, are you running a regular radial, and does it have a chance?
#7- Anyone know if the GS-D3 is wider in 315/35/17 then the Nitto drag radial in 315/35/17? If so, how much wider?
There is a method to my madness. If a 285/40/17 in the above brands are either the same or very close in width to the Nitto's in 315/35/17 then that's what I want to go with. I can save a boatload of money and still retain a meaty look from the rear. If not then I will have to dig deep for the extra cash to sport the 315's. I'm going to be ordering the tires within the next couple days, any help is greatly appreciated!
Thanks in advance,
Razor. :beer: