02-07-2015, 07:07 AM
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Join Date: Dec 2014
Cobra Make, Engine: Superformance, Survival Motorsports aluminum FE 482
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Originally Posted by TexasSnake
I experience with both 17 inch Michelin Pilot Sport and Nitto 555 tires on my car. In my opinion both tires perform great on a Cobra and considerably better than any 15 inch tire that is currently available. I think your choice really depends on what you want to do with the car. Both Michelin and the Nitto 555 have a tread wear rating of at least 300 versus the 100 rating of the the NT01, NT05 and the Toyo Proxes. If I was auto crossing or drag racing I would be looking at the softer compound tires as they do have incredible grip. However, they do wear quickly and are not what you want to be on if it does decide to rain. Plus, when they are hot I swear they pick up everything you run over and throw it into the inner fender. I have my inner fenders coated to protect against any back side stone damage. If you do go with the soft compound tire I think this is something you may want to consider. Nobody like little star shaped spider cracks in their paint. Good idea to give Bob Lacey at Vintage Wheel a call and discuss what you want to do with him. He is great to work with and can set you up with the right wheel offset for the look you want to achieve.
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How did the 555 and PS handle full power could you floor it in second?
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