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LTb1ow 01-24-2014 08:30 AM
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Originally Posted by BonzoHansen (Post 898434)
I've never ran into a tire did not fit a rim that was in the allowable range. that is why the manufacturers post those values. If your question does this tire fit a 7" rim, absolutely not. Does it fit an 8" rim? Yes. Is it ideal? Probably not. M/T uses 9.5 for its posted measurements and usually that is the ideal rim width for a given size.

http://www.mickeythompsontires.com/s...StreetRadialII
My Hoosiers say DOT approved but I would never attempt to daily on them, hence my curiosity about sizing.

Its in the range but that doesn't mean its particularly safe. Too much tire, too little wheel?

sweetbmxrider 01-24-2014 08:40 AM
Considering the rest of the car, you'll be fine.

LTb1ow 01-24-2014 08:47 AM
Meaning what.

sweetbmxrider 01-24-2014 08:54 AM
You'll be fine with too wide of a tire?

BonzoHansen 01-24-2014 09:03 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by LTb1ow (Post 898435)
My Hoosiers say DOT approved but I would never attempt to daily on them, hence my curiosity about sizing.

Its in the range but that doesn't mean its particularly safe. Too much tire, too little wheel?
It fits, that is what they are telling you.

DOT approval has nothing to do with application. Snow tires are DOT approved and work fine as intended but are absolutely terrible on a 90* day.

Featherburner 01-24-2014 09:13 AM
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Originally Posted by LTb1ow (Post 898435)
My Hoosiers say DOT approved but I would never attempt to daily on them, hence my curiosity about sizing.

Its in the range but that doesn't mean its particularly safe. Too much tire, too little wheel?
Right from Hoosiers web site.
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Originally Posted by Hoosier
" WARNING: DOT labeled Hoosier Racing Tires meet Department Of Transportation requirements for marking and performance only and are NOT INTENDED FOR HIGHWAY USE. It is unsafe to operate any Hoosier Racing Tire including DOT tires on public roads. The prohibited use of Hoosier Racing Tires on public roadways may result in loss of traction, unexpected loss of vehicle control, or sudden loss of tire pressure, resulting in a vehicle crash and possible injury or death. "

NJSPEEDER 01-24-2014 11:17 AM
When I had my 91 RS I drove around on Hoosier QTP's for about 2 years. They aren't as terrible as you would think. Certainly nothing to drive in a down pour but damp roads were fine.

Dudbird113 01-24-2014 02:44 PM
I dd my hoosier qtp. Had police behind me and nothing happened, when my opti blew stateys pulled behind me and checked my car over and said nothing. They handle pretty good for cheater slicks even in the rain

The mickeys tread width is 10.8 and a stock abs wheel is 8 so 1.4 overhang on each side. Seems like alot to me but mickey says it should be fine then it must be

Dudbird113 01-24-2014 02:46 PM
Alot of my friends dont even bat an eye to drive there slicks on the road

LTb1ow 01-24-2014 03:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Dudbird113 (Post 898464)
I dd my hoosier qtp. Had police behind me and nothing happened, when my opti blew stateys pulled behind me and checked my car over and said nothing. They handle pretty good for cheater slicks even in the rain

The mickeys tread width is 10.8 and a stock abs wheel is 8 so 1.4 overhang on each side. Seems like alot to me but mickey says it should be fine then it must be
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Originally Posted by Dudbird113 (Post 898465)
Alot of my friends dont even bat an eye to drive there slicks on the road
Its not that I don't think I can DD on them, I honestly could cause its a nice weather only car regardless, but, I couldn't afford to replace slicks twice a year or whatever it would be.

Dudbird113 01-24-2014 07:08 PM
Got maybe a thousand or so miles on mine

coolmanvette75 01-24-2014 09:21 PM
I'm in a similar situation with 15s right now. I have the ET Drags but idk how I feel about highway driving with them

Dudbird113 01-24-2014 09:33 PM
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Originally Posted by coolmanvette75 (Post 898479)
I'm in a similar situation with 15s right now. I have the ET Drags but idk how I feel about highway driving with them
Dont be a sissy lol. Nothing will happen unless you drive like an d-bag

coolmanvette75 01-24-2014 09:36 PM
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Originally Posted by Dudbird113 (Post 898480)
Dont be a sissy lol. Nothing will happen unless you drive like an d-bag
Not scared for normal driving. Scared for if I do a 60-160 pull (tx2k) and the tires unload when I let off up top...

WildBillyT 01-24-2014 09:39 PM
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Originally Posted by LTb1ow (Post 898466)
Its not that I don't think I can DD on them, I honestly could cause its a nice weather only car regardless, but, I couldn't afford to replace slicks twice a year or whatever it would be.
If you whack a stone or nail you can't patch them either.

Dudbird113 01-24-2014 09:44 PM
Id use a radial, but on flip side guys go faster in the 1/4 and dont have any problem.

BarneyMobile 01-25-2014 10:30 PM
Your first choice (M&H Radial) I think would be your best bet for what you want out of a tire.

LTb1ow 01-26-2014 10:34 AM
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Originally Posted by BarneyMobile (Post 898515)
Your first choice (M&H Radial) I think would be your best bet for what you want out of a tire.
Any first hand experiance with the brand in general?


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