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Old 07-17-2007, 07:54 AM   #1
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Is there anything better for road hugging on a stock 69 wheel than BFG T/A radials?
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Old 07-18-2007, 01:37 PM   #2
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The 15" sizes are rather limited, in terms of "performance", now that 17"-20" wheels are the rage. Maybe a Firestone Firehawk?
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I've found Cooper Cobra's to be excellent tires. When I checked for a set of tires last year I found the Cooper's had better traction ratings but somewhat less treadwear ratings. It depends on whether you want longer wear or better traction.

While I have no personal experience with the Firehawks, they do seem to make people happy from what I've read here and other forums.
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I've been trying to get some first hand knowledge of the Mickey Thompson sportsman s/r radial in 255-60-15. I've used the coopers and like them for the $ but wanted something a little more sporting for the occasional autocross. Can't afford 17's right now, maybe next year.
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Old 08-14-2007, 08:56 PM   #5
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if you do will you post it...i am looking at the same thing for the same reasons
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Old 08-15-2007, 12:21 AM   #6
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I like my 255/60/R15 Firehawk Indy 500s.
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The 15" sizes are rather limited, in terms of "performance", now that 17"-20" wheels are the rage. Maybe a Firestone Firehawk?
yeah 452's are very good and cheap! comparable to nitto 555 or michelin pilot sports! G/L
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