Drag Radials for new found power

[Necrosuit]

Hey Folks.
I have a 2011 GT500 SVTPP and I recently added the VMP TVS 2.3 750HP kit with JLT and 65mm TB.

Awesome as this new power is, I quickly realized the Eagle F1 G2 tires on there now cant even come close to handling it!

I cannot get past 65% throttle in second gear without the rear end breaking lose quickly.

Anyway I started looking at a bunch of forums and keep seeing folks mention Micky Thompson DR, Nitto 305's etc.

I am using the SVT wheels right now, rears at 20x10.
From experience what have any of you found to hook up best with this setup?
wider wheel with 305's?

I appreciate any and all info! thanks guys.

 

[Marty Staggs]

I run the Nittos. Not really for racing, just regular street use.
What a difference!

 

[Necrosuit]

thanks!
you running those on the stock SVT 20" wheels?

 

[Tight Lines]

I think the stock 20's are only 9.5" wide. Just an FYI.

 

[Necrosuit]

thanks. You are correct.
So it appears I will need to be buying new wheels along with the tires?
The Nitto 305's say 10-12" wheels.

 

[19COBRA93]

thanks. You are correct.
So it appears I will need to be buying new wheels along with the tires?
The Nitto 305's say 10-12" wheels.

The 305's fit the stock wheels just fine. The Nitto's run a bit narrow, so they're a perfect fit.

 

[luv2spedup]

^^^correct^^^
i have seen 305's on stock SVTPP wheels with out any fitment issues.

 

[DaFreak]

Switched to 315 Nitto NT05's on 20x11.75 Alcoas and it was a huge difference. Street use only.

 

[Necrosuit]

alright, it seems the Nitto's will be my first try.

unless there are other options?

perhaps I can find a sweet deal on new 11" wheels and get a bigger tire as well.
Thanks guys.

 

[Allan Byrd]

Let us know how they work for you. I am interested in the same thing.

 

[1320 Junkie]

315/35-20 NT05R's....click the vid in my signature to see them in action. Stock rims..= slighy bulge...on my new wheels zero bulge...I will not use another tire besides these on my car in the rear for street use....they perform at the track as well with just a drop of tire pressure. (15.5psi)

 

[Necrosuit]

Awesome! This is on SVT 20"s?
or other wheels?

 

[biminiLX]

315/35-20 NT05R's....click the vid in my signature to see them in action. Stock rims..= slighy bulge...on my new wheels zero bulge...I will not use another tire besides these on my car in the rear for street use....they perform at the track as well with just a drop of tire pressure. (15.5psi)

Very nice! What 60'?
Any pics other than vid?
-J
:beer:

 

[Poppacapp]

I have the 305/35-20 555r's on my SVTPP 20x9.5" wheels. On my second set. My first set lasted about 8000 miles, but had about 12-14 burnouts at the dragstrip.. so extra wear. As far as street use/daily driving, you will not find a better tire than the 555 imo. The dry performance is great in warm weather.. I am at 635rwhp sae, and I can stomp it in 2nd gear @ 40mph and get zero wheelspin. 1st gear to hard shift into 2nd, they will spin though.

They are not a good tire for the dragstrip or launching though. Not enough sidewall to get a good flex on launch.

Rain performance is no different than regular street tires. I daily drive my car and love them.

Here are some pics on my SVTPP wheels:

This pic gives you an idea of the width from a distance:

Here is a video I made just trying to demonstrate how well they work in the rain.. you will have to overlook my redneck accent.

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[time capsule]

I just went with the Nitto NT05R drag tires. a I love them and they fit awesome. I have a 20x10.5 wheel but they shoud fix fine on your 20x10 wheel. The size I purchased from discount tire is 315/35/20.

 

[1320 Junkie]

Very nice! What 60'?
Any pics other than vid?
-J
:beer:

1.67 60'

Ill upload pics later for you.

 

[Necrosuit]

thanks guys for all the info!

Looks like with the current wheel width Ill be getting the 555's.
Buddy of mine at a dealership can get them new for $340 each. is that good? or average.

 

[Poppacapp]

thanks guys for all the info!

Looks like with the current wheel width Ill be getting the 555's.
Buddy of mine at a dealership can get them new for $340 each. is that good? or average.

A little high. I paid $305.00 each for mine, and Discount Tire Direct has them for $325.00 each with free shipping.

Ratings, reviews and specifications for Nitto NT 555R Drag Radial tires

 

[Necrosuit]

Again, thanks for the info and links! This weekend Ill be ordering the 555's with the link provided. Seems to be the best deal as of now. cheers guys!---Pete

 

[Poppacapp]

Again, thanks for the info and links! This weekend Ill be ordering the 555's with the link provided. Seems to be the best deal as of now. cheers guys!---Pete

You will love them.. especially in this warm weather... they will hook. May spin 1st though. I run mine at 30psi on the street.