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The design of a radial tire produces less rolling resistance, thus less effort to roll it. That's why radial tires are the standard in the auto industry - better fuel economy (among a host of other things).
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Keep your gear ratio in high gear????? How much heavier are your bias ply tires over a light-weight radial??? These are just a few reasons for running a radial.... Just my 2 cents, Bob PS: If you a racing against a radial tired car heads-up, you are already a tenth behind.
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Looked at the M/T and Hoosier choices and no 28 inch Radials. Unless go to DOT's Dan |
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Re: LT1 performance
Radials make your lights faster too.
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Re: LT1 performance
Dan,
Look at MT Pro Bracket Radial Tire. Running them at 28 Psi. Part Number 3354R. Picked up in the 60ft, and reaction Times. http://www.jegs.com/i/Mickey+Thompso...3354R/10002/-1 |
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How did this turn into a radial tire discussion?
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Never mind.....
My bad info.... Bob
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