sup guys im trying to get some info on the correct size slicks for our cars,right now im looking at a 26x8.5x15 or a 28x9.0x15...what would be the correct size that will fit? also how do u figure out the correct offset for the rim? can any1 post up what they're running and what need to be done to run the current size they are using?
http://www.mandhtires.com/M-H-Racema...5#.T_IXDXDZPk0 im considering these
if ur using radials what size are u running with what rim? i know kings performance ran a 9.x with 255 radial..did any1 try anything bigger or smaller?

 

Kings performance sells the weld wheels 15x9 I'm not sure the offset. I believe the radials can go up to like 275/60r15

I have the 255/50r16 mt et street drag radials

 

26" tall is most likely the biggest you will fit in the s2000 wheel well without hitting the rear bumper mount. Offset is a simple idea but most wheels are measured in backspacing when looking for drag setups. The s2000 needs a very high backspacing (or + offset) to clear the quarter panel and likely those 15x9's are in the area of 7" of backspacing or around +45 to +50 offset. I am just throwing those numbers out there from the research I have done and my own experiences. I do not actually know the offset or backspacing of those wheels.

The 255/50/16 drag radial is a great tire and by slick measurements is a 26/10.5/16. Only problem with a drag radial is the sudden shock load is not absorbed by the tire like a slick and it all goes to the drivetrain. Even with a built setup you are risking damage.

How much power do you have and how fast do you want to go?

 

Yeah the 26x10r15 fits perfect or the 26x8.5r15 fit great

 

I made 706...i went to the track yesterday was spinning tires even in my lowest boost setting..i was
Using kumho ecsta v700 road race tires i got from a
Friend...thought they would hook but oviously not, im trying to get in the 10/9 if possible

How do u like the radials?

 

I like them a lot. They seem to hook and they are streetable. Im still running them with a best time of 10.01@145

Is your tune on boost by gear? That will make a huge difference at the track

 

my car last year on 765whp hooked fine on the same radials

 

Yea i am...1st 15, 2nd 19, 3rd 23, 4th 5th 6th 29

 

Im still debating on trying to take mine to the track with the drag radials I have or waiting to get slicks...scared to break stuff even though I just installed the ford 8.8 haha.

 

The 26 x 8.5 x 15 will be more than enough for most on here. Even if it's not set the car up around the tire and track.