Will the Hoosier DOT radial 245x35x18 fit up front?
Hoosier radials
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No. It will rub on the fender wells, and will almost certainly be a problem for your TCS.
Most folks getting larger wheels are using 215/40-17 in front.
I think Wei-Shen uses this size Hoosier up front. (With a fender liner)
Peter Cunningham definitely uses this size up front in a Toyo. (Without a fender liner)
Both are very low profile.
You will definitely rub during compression, you will also rub on full-lock.
This size will work, however (using the RealTime car as an example), you'll need to modify your fender well. You will need to loose your fender liner, remove the A/C condensor plastic vents, flatten the inner aluminum fender structure, roll the inner fender ridge, run a very stiff suspension, and most importantly, use the right size & offset wheel.
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-- Chris
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Has any one ever asked Peter why such a dramatic fitment on the front?
Is it to combat understeer, is it because bigger tires have faster lap times, etc.?
My guess is that they are carrying such a mandatory weight penalty anyway they might as well put the heavier tires/wheels on and get whatever increment they can.
[This message has been edited by matteni (edited 09 February 2003).]
Is it to combat understeer, is it because bigger tires have faster lap times, etc.?
My guess is that they are carrying such a mandatory weight penalty anyway they might as well put the heavier tires/wheels on and get whatever increment they can.
[This message has been edited by matteni (edited 09 February 2003).]
Maybe for the bling bling?
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