Aftermarket 17" performace wheels

SD5805 · #1 (**permalink**) 06-19-2008, 05:56 PM

Does any one know if I can put 17" aftermarket wheels on our backdraft cobras.

I currently have 15" boltons that i would keep for local rides and shows, but am thinking of getting separate 17" rims and tires for performance driving

any thought would be appreciated.

GAry

Rwillia4 · #2 (**permalink**) 06-19-2008, 11:33 PM

call http://www.team3wheels.com/ they make the rims for BDR.

Mac VABCH · #3 (**permalink**) 06-20-2008, 06:41 AM

Gary I will send you a PM

Slick61 · #4 (**permalink**) 06-22-2008, 11:55 PM

I seem to recall UnclTodd putting some 17" Boyd smoothies on his Backdraft "Gunrack"... tho I don't know that's what you'd want for the track.

uncltodd · #5 (**permalink**) 06-27-2008, 10:34 AM

You right, Slick! ...on both points.

17X8 front, 17X10 rear, Boyd Coddington Smoothies.

Sticky Nittos @ 16-18 PSI for highway and, um, "straight line" competition.

I personally would not road race my setup, tire pressure/tire life issues.

Gary, there are any number of SCCA veterans on this forum that can provide you a wealth of information and advice.

Mine is worthless... I'm just a crippled-up fat old bald guy who hasn't been on a road course since 1976.

Luck, Brudda!

UT