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Old 07-03-2014, 09:32 AM
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I am putting a turbo on my 2000 Acura integra with a gsr in it. When I finish it I want around 300 to 350hp. I was thinking of getting some 22 inch slicks because I will be able to fit them on my car with out raising it up. Will a 22 inch slick be good for me?
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cant fit 23's?
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Idk I have never tried a 23 inch. I know some one selling a set of 22 Inch slicks for cheap.
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If it's a gsr tranny that you're running, you'll probably be out of gear before the end of the track with the 22's
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Ya I have a gsr tranny. Would I run out of gear with 23 inch slicks?
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23's would be a better choice in my opinion.
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Ok would they be good if I have 350hp. Like would they hook good and not spin a lot.
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Default Re: 22 inch slick

All depends on the rpm you spin up to and the mph. I would imagine you would be fine up to 120mph give or take a bit.
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Default Re: 22 inch slick

mess around with the transmission calculator
http://www.zealautowerks.com/transcalc.php

i figure that a gsr around 300-350hp should probably trap mid 110's give or take a bit
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With a 23 inch slick in fourth gear I would top out at around 120 reving out at 8000rpm
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24.5
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I'd say 24.5 too maybe 23. I would recommend raising car anyway it common to "cut" slicks at the end of the track under breaking if it's not raised enough. You don't wanna Runin some slicks.

If you do get the 22" and worried about running out of gear at the end then turn up the rev limiter. I would hope you have a upgrades valve train when running anykind of boost.
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24.5 is too big for 300 hp. 23" would be your best bet. If the 22 are cheap than get them and deal with running out of gear.
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