jacks1071 Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 Has anyone tried these on a super snake? They are 5mm taller than the standard tyre, does this present any issues? I'm tired of playing with wider wheels and rubbing issues so thinking of running the standard width and going to a sticky tyre. I can get these tyres very cheaply so even if they only last 5000kms I will be pleased as long as they hook up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enormous Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 That is a tall tire for a lowered Snake. Stock is 27" and that NT05 is 28.62". Do you want that? Take a look at the NT05 in 275 35 20 at 27.56". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woody81 Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 I used to have 275/35/20 Nitto NT05's. They were pretty good. First gear would spin out every time on the street. Second gear would always hook up. The hotter you get them, the better they stick. When you spin them off, they squeel very loud. I was able to get them to hook up in first gear while on a very sticky drag strip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacks1071 Posted March 22, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 22, 2012 That is a tall tire for a lowered Snake. Stock is 27" and that NT05 is 28.62". Do you want that? Take a look at the NT05 in 275 35 20 at 27.56". I'm not surethat I can get the NT05 in 275/35/20 in Australia. The 275/40/20 definitely is available, I'd welcome the extra sidewall as long as I knew it wouldn't rub anywhere. How much extra height difference is there between a 35 and 40 profile tyre? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbackg Posted March 23, 2012 Report Share Posted March 23, 2012 If this is on your rear Alcoa Super Snake wheels 20x10?? your front 20 x 9 can accommodate 255 to 275 35's your rears (20x10) can accommodate 275 to 305's x 35's depending on the tire manufacturer. You have to look closely at the tire specs and may have to mix match "name brand" fronts & backs. Check these TS threads: http://www.teamshelby.com/forums/index.php?/topic/55653-bigger-rear-tires/ http://www.teamshelby.com/forums/index.php?/topic/57225-traction-super-snake-wheels-and-tires/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enormous Posted March 23, 2012 Report Share Posted March 23, 2012 I'm not surethat I can get the NT05 in 275/35/20 in Australia. The 275/40/20 definitely is available, I'd welcome the extra sidewall as long as I knew it wouldn't rub anywhere. How much extra height difference is there between a 35 and 40 profile tyre? Aprox. 2.6 cm taller between the 35 and 40. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacks1071 Posted March 24, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 24, 2012 2.6cm taller is quite a bit. I'd do it if I knew they wouldn't rub, anyone else tried them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MELLOWYELLOW06 Posted April 16, 2012 Report Share Posted April 16, 2012 (edited) Mine are 275 35 rear and 255 35 fronts. I wouldnt go taller. Edited April 16, 2012 by MELLOWYELLOW06 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert M Posted April 17, 2012 Report Share Posted April 17, 2012 (edited) Mine are 275 35 rear and 255 35 fronts. I wouldnt go taller. Mellow - Your car looks Great!! R Edited April 17, 2012 by Robert M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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