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Old Jul 28, 2003 | 06:36 AM
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Default Overtyred?

I ran Nitto 205/55 x 14's last week but they were borrowed and now need to be returned. I'm gonna have to import some BFG DR's from the States. I don't want to keep importing tyres as I step up in my combo so I'm thinking of getting some 225/50 x 15's. This is too big for my current power....or is it?
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Old Jul 28, 2003 | 04:26 PM
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Default Re: Overtyred? (AussieB20vtec)

You can NEVER have too much tire.
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Old Jul 28, 2003 | 04:50 PM
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Default Re: Overtyred? (AussieB20vtec)

you'll be fine with those tires ... its possible to be over slicked though...
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Old Jul 28, 2003 | 06:18 PM
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Default Re: Overtyred? (AussieB20vtec)

your motor setup and vehicle weight screams the biggest drag radials you can fit under the fenders w/in reason.
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Old Jul 28, 2003 | 06:50 PM
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can u use REAL slicks at those tracks?
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Old Jul 28, 2003 | 06:57 PM
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Default Re: Overtyred? (Sp00n'd Supra)

Yes but I choose not to
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