So, what am I missing here...
A 245-45-18 has a diameter of 26.7"
a 295-30-18 has a diameter of 25"
How does a smaller diameter tire increase your top speed in second? Did
somebody transpose a number?
Tom
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From: "Warren" <kd4z@amsat.org>
To: Autox@autox.team.net
Sent: Thu, 17 Dec 2009 08:05:51 -0500
Subject: Re: [Autox] Current R compound choices
> On 10 Dec 2009 at 23:10, Alan Dahl wrote:
> > > I'm looking at a 245/45-18 application for a Solstice GXP.
> >
> > That size would be way too short for the GXP unless you plan on
> > shifting all the time. The 295/30-18 A6 is the tire of choice for
> > folks racing the Solstice GXP as it gives the highest speed (56-57mph)
> > in second.
> >
>
> Thanks for that Alan. I have noticed the gearing is really short.
Going up to 295 is quite a
> jump from stock. I am wondering about the stock 8" wheel width being wide
enough for a
> 295? No fender rub at limits? I don't have the Z0K so I'm not too
worried I'd have a
> problem.
>
> The specs on Tirerack are recommending a 9.5" minimum. Does it look like
it's bulging out !
> I am guessing it's a trade off. How's the turn-in with this setup?
>
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