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Originally posted by coyled
Richard, what about tire sizes? I would think a standard size would be more fair. If one manufacturer comes with 17 inch by 10 inch rims and can thus run a larger tire then say the shelby cobra with 15 by 7.5 and 15 by 9.5? Could be a big tire advantage.
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Scott,
I guess that the wheel/tire size thing could be a issue.
But, the JBL only comes one way. 10X17 front and 12X17 rear. 275/40/ZR17 front tires and 335/35/ZR17 rear tires. The wheels are specific to the car. The chassis was designed around this configuration, any changes will screw up the car.
I would assume that every manufacturer has designed their chassis around a specific tire and wheel size to maximize performance. (Or to reach a given price point.)
However, the point is to run what you build as a standard. If what you produce as a standard car has 7's and 9's by 15's, "you gotta run em."
After all, that is what the manufacturers advertise, build, and base their pricing on, isn't it?
PS: Did you go to Willow last weekend. If so, how was the new chassis setup and gearbox?