08-17-2002, 01:27 PM
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I couldn't run slicks on the highway! There not DOT approved. The Yoko's are "slicks" with angled grooves in them. I drive the car to the track (and an occasional cruise). The "tread" is deeper than most of the DOT approved race tires. Mine, 6/32. Most are around 4/32 (or even "shaved"). A DOT approved "race" tire can be driven legally on the street. Yeah I'm thinking about a second set of rims and going totally to slicks for racing. The Yoko's DO start to slide more if the track gets real hot. The slicks just keep getting better with higher heat (AND stick better)!
As I put so few miles on the car anyway the tire mileage is not just a big issue.
My other DOT 16" race tire choice was Hoosier, less tread depth, hmmmm,,,,it was a tough call.
Ernie
And yes 17" is availble. I used TIRERACK.com. Not that good a site to find what you want, but they DO have them! You got to DIG to find them! GET THEM HEAT CYCLED BEFORE YOU BUY!!!!!!
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