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jcurtin
02-05-2009, 08:12 PM
I just spent 45 mins searching for a definite answer, as well as clicking on Discount tire direct. Just got the goat, need a rear tire planned on gettting some DRs anyway so just gonna do it now.

I seriously cant find a nitto to fit because I have not found a definite answer even though I clicked on 10 plus threads like this.

I just want something that is going to fit. I prefer nittos.
thanks.



chris203
02-05-2009, 08:41 PM
Bump, I've been wondering about this too. I need some DRs.
jcurtin
02-05-2009, 09:33 PM
I have found an answer to everything on this site without asking or even having to make a post, but this time, not so much.

Luckily I just emailed a guy on craigslist about some stock 17s that he is selling for $50. I'll just throw some DRs on those, but if they are gone already, I'll still need my question answered.
WilsonSSS04
02-05-2009, 09:47 PM
What exactly is the question? If they make DR's for stock 18's?

Yes, they do. I'll search and find the thread.
WilsonSSS04
02-05-2009, 09:50 PM
http://www.ls1gto.com/forums/showthread.php?t=7622 5&highlight=18+inch+DR

http://www.ls1gto.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2774 40&highlight=18+inch+DR
jcurtin
02-05-2009, 09:53 PM
What exactly is the question? If they make DR's for stock 18's?

Yes, they do. I'll search and find the thread.
Of course they do, I have read about people tossing 275s, 265s on them, I would rather not do that. I would prefer to put a tire on the wheel that actually fits the rim and the car.
WilsonSSS04
02-05-2009, 09:55 PM
If I was you I wouldn't waste your time on a 18 in DR. Go to 17 or 15, better choices, cheaper, and a ton more traction.

They don't make much for a 18in DR. Finding fitment will be a problem unless you roll/cut the fender lips and put in some drag bags.
jcurtin
02-05-2009, 10:10 PM
If I was you I wouldn't waste your time on a 18 in DR. Go to 17 or 15, better choices, cheaper, and a ton more traction.

They don't make much for a 18in DR. Finding fitment will be a problem unless you roll/cut the fender lips and put in some drag bags.
Tonight I figured that out lol. Guess I'll replace the one potenza and order some mickeys for the 17s.
WilsonSSS04
02-05-2009, 10:26 PM
Tonight I figured that out lol. Guess I'll replace the one potenza and order some mickeys for the 17s.

Good idea! :)
99socalfrc
02-05-2009, 10:46 PM
I ran a 265/40/18 M/T with good success, they are expensive and I did use use pedders springs to get them to fit.

The 275/35/18 BFG is another often used choice, As for Nittos, nothing but the 285/35 and there is no answer about those fitting or not. Don't know if anyone has tried them yet.

FWIW I just switched to a 17" for the track, cheaper and a shorter tire. I'll give them a go and see if traction improves.