Please help!! - drb boss boys

[David Hodgson]

Hey Kizza, I found this from a thread posted back in 2007 from a QLD member who didn't appear to be around for long. No rim offset detail however rim and tyre size are listed:

This is my first build. It is a DRB Cobra. It is fitted with a Ford Boss 5.4 Quad Cam motor & Ford Falcon BA XR8 Tip Tonic gear box. All Ford Falcon wiring, computers & components are being run in the car.
The car runs ABS, cruise control, traction control ect.
The suspension is Jaguar Front & Rear.
The wheels are ROH Monaco 3 piece. Front: 8 1/2" X 17"
Rear: 12" X 17"
Tyres Pirelli P Zero Front: 245/45/17
Rear: 335/35/17
The interior is done with Top grade leather & Mercedes carpet.
Paint is Ford Blood Orange with a pearl


The 335-17 is 15mm taller than the 255-15 you were considering, so a good chance it will fit.

Are you still favouring the 255/60-15?

I know of a set of 255/60-15 and 225/60-15 Bridgestone's on rim's that came off an RMC that may be looking for a new home. I'll look into it.

[Kizza501]

You are an absolute legend mate!!!

[David Hodgson]

Hey there Rubber Grub (you should change your handle Rog)

How much do tyres deteriorate over time? Would a set of low K, 12 year old Potenza RE-710’s still be a better option than B F Goodslips?

[Legless]

Out of desperation one year I tried a set of 12 year old tyres, yikes... first off I couldn't get enough traction to get off the lift thingo at the tyre shop. When I finally got moving I stopped because I thought there was a jack or something stuck under the car, it sounded and felt like I was driving over loose pavers. Then I reckon I could have spun the wheels all the way home, they were a little softer when they heated up but not much. There was some verrrry sloooow times that year at the NSW Championships. DON'T DO IT! Unless of course you want to win the local burn out comp or do a bit of drifting.

[Rog246]

Well, they go effen hard
BFG T/A's are made to look good, which if I'm being honest, is what they do well.
Unless you've experienced them in the wet, not much can compare to them.
Have no info on Cooper Cobras which I think are available in the sizes you're looking for-so can't comment.
You can get some big Pirelli's I think bigger than what you want.
Try Antique tyres in Melbourne, they can probably help you.
Rog