Skinnies

WTFWSAT · 06-24-2008, 09:16 PM

Those running 4"-5" R15 skinnies what size/brand tire are you running ?
I currently have 165 futuras but apparently they dont make them anymore.
I was looking for something streetable so i didnt want to get into the M/T or Hoosier front runners.

Thanks
Chris

wade w · 06-24-2008, 09:38 PM

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Originally Posted by WTFWSAT

Those running 4"-5" R15 skinnies what size/brand tire are you running ?
I currently have 165 futuras but apparently they dont make them anymore.
I was looking for something streetable so i didnt want to get into the M/T or Hoosier front runners.

Thanks
Chris

We have the same size on are chevelle. The name brand for those are wide track. I really lke the ones on the S-10 but they are futuras. The size is 185/65 15. they are shorter but mutch beefer. Did they quit making futuras or just that size?

WTFWSAT · 06-24-2008, 09:53 PM

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Originally Posted by wade w

We have the same size on are chevelle. The name brand for those are wide track. I really lke the ones on the S-10 but they are futuras. The size is 185/65 15. they are shorter but mutch beefer. Did they quit making futuras or just that size?

I think its just that size, Pepboys used to carry them but they dont carry anything in a 165 now.

Chris

Bradleyrj · 06-24-2008, 09:58 PM

Several companies have stopped making that size tire. There has been a thread on Corral for a while now about different tire sizes and option to take the 165's place. When I run skinny wheels I always used to run the 165's as well. I dont know what I'll go to when I buy another set.

wade w · 06-24-2008, 10:09 PM

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Originally Posted by WTFWSAT

I think its just that size, Pepboys used to carry them but they dont carry anything in a 165 now.

Chris

You can try the 185/65's. Like I said they are shorter. Like around 1in. just a little wider. Hve a much beefer feel to them. Look more like a real street tire. Not so rounded looking. They were on the truck when I bought it so thats about all I can tell you about them.

dkbmxer002 · 06-24-2008, 10:18 PM

i have 165's on my car that i picked up less than 8 months ago. i will find out the name of the brand in a little bit.

Chillerman · 06-24-2008, 10:49 PM

Chris, Call Mike Henderson @ Williams Tire on Dorchester Rd. He can get you either Kuhmo's or Federal's in the 165/R/15. He got me the federals for me about 4 month's ago. So far they have worked ok. Of course there not Mickey's, but not too bad for about 45.00 each. Tell him I sent you to him when you call.

Jeff · 06-24-2008, 10:58 PM

Get a set of the M/T sportsman front runners . They are DOT approved radials and actually have a good speed rating unlike the 165/15 from most tire companies . I've got them on my car and Darryl runs them on the LTD . They are $100 a piece from Summit .

dkbmxer002 · 06-24-2008, 11:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeff

Get a set of the M/T sportsman front runners . They are DOT approved radials and actually have a good speed rating unlike the 165/15 from most tire companies . I've got them on my car and Darryl runs them on the LTD . They are $100 a piece from Summit .

they are a much better choice and much safer choice than what i have or what most do.. butttt i have had no issues with mine and they have been on many road trips and gone over 150 many times.. but again i would advise going with the M/T's.

minytrker · 06-25-2008, 07:09 AM

I broke a Bogart in half from running the el cheapo 165 tires. I now run MT front runners. They are made for the rims and they actually feel better when driving.

WWhittle · 06-25-2008, 09:13 AM

i'm gonna have to agree with the MT Sportsman fronts- great tire, I wouldn't use anything else.

Darryl Buckner · 06-25-2008, 02:42 PM

I started with Cooper Cobras on the front of the LTD, but developed a shake at about 100mph. I called MT and the tech there told me the shake was from running a steel belted front tire with a bias ply ET street in the rear. He told me to run sportsman pro fronts. I did and my shake went away. I can let you know the size if you need it, I think is a 24x7x15.

WTFWSAT · 06-25-2008, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Darryl Buckner

I started with Cooper Cobras on the front of the LTD, but developed a shake at about 100mph. I called MT and the tech there told me the shake was from running a steel belted front tire with a bias ply ET street in the rear. He told me to run sportsman pro fronts. I did and my shake went away. I can let you know the size if you need it, I think is a 24x7x15.

that sounds like the problem im having, M/T's ordered.

Thanks
Chris

1iron · 06-25-2008, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by WTFWSAT

that sounds like the problem im having, M/T's ordered.

Thanks
Chris

100 mph? Chris where did you find a down hill dragstrip? lol.

Paul

WTFWSAT · 06-25-2008, 05:10 PM

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Originally Posted by 1iron

100 mph? Chris where did you find a down hill dragstrip? lol.

Paul

lol....i was "drafting" on the I

Chris

LXtasy · 06-25-2008, 05:33 PM

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Originally Posted by WTFWSAT

lol....i was "drafting" on the I

Chris

BS, the cars on the I don't go over 45 mph.....................OH you must have been out of the Charleston area when you did that.

*offtopic* F. the slow ass/wrong lane driving/ last second cut over drivers in this town.

slow04 · 06-25-2008, 05:50 PM

^ sounds like someone had a bad driving experience today....now did we?

LXtasy · 06-25-2008, 06:12 PM

Everyday I have a bad experience with the shitty drivers here. lol My job entails me to "drive". You know that.

wade w · 06-25-2008, 10:45 PM

I'm not saying the M/T's are not the right choice, BUT I have been 150 on the cheepies with E/T streets on the back. I have heard that your not sopose to run radials with bias tires, but I have never heard why. I know I have done it many times with no problems. I can understand it from side to side but not front to back. Either way after running with DR's I dont see me ever going back to slicks.

06-24-2008, 09:16 PM	#1
WTFWSAT Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Summerville Posts: 861	Skinnies Those running 4"-5" R15 skinnies what size/brand tire are you running ? I currently have 165 futuras but apparently they dont make them anymore. I was looking for something streetable so i didnt want to get into the M/T or Hoosier front runners. Thanks Chris

06-24-2008, 09:58 PM	#4
Bradleyrj Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Myrtle Beach Posts: 2,347	Several companies have stopped making that size tire. There has been a thread on Corral for a while now about different tire sizes and option to take the 165's place. When I run skinny wheels I always used to run the 165's as well. I dont know what I'll go to when I buy another set. __________________

06-24-2008, 10:18 PM	#6
dkbmxer002 Moderator Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: orlando/charleston/savannah/D.C. Posts: 2,265	i have 165's on my car that i picked up less than 8 months ago. i will find out the name of the brand in a little bit. __________________ white 90's ls single cam nitrous hatchback

06-24-2008, 10:49 PM	#7
Chillerman Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Goose Creek Posts: 1,232	Chris, Call Mike Henderson @ Williams Tire on Dorchester Rd. He can get you either Kuhmo's or Federal's in the 165/R/15. He got me the federals for me about 4 month's ago. So far they have worked ok. Of course there not Mickey's, but not too bad for about 45.00 each. Tell him I sent you to him when you call. __________________ 88 Mustang LX mild 302, no laughing gas, and the rest is secret. Best 1/8th 7.843 @ 87.98, best 1/4 12.427 @ 111.20, best 60 1.601 89 Mustang LX wheels up @ Pinks All Out

06-24-2008, 10:58 PM	#8
Jeff Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 1,015	Get a set of the M/T sportsman front runners . They are DOT approved radials and actually have a good speed rating unlike the 165/15 from most tire companies . I've got them on my car and Darryl runs them on the LTD . They are $100 a piece from Summit . __________________ Boat .

06-25-2008, 07:09 AM	#10
minytrker Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 1,089	I broke a Bogart in half from running the el cheapo 165 tires. I now run MT front runners. They are made for the rims and they actually feel better when driving. Last edited by minytrker; 06-25-2008 at 03:24 PM.

06-25-2008, 09:13 AM	#11
WWhittle Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Mt. Pleasant, SC Posts: 3,899	i'm gonna have to agree with the MT Sportsman fronts- great tire, I wouldn't use anything else.

06-25-2008, 02:42 PM	#12
Darryl Buckner The Top Dog Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 2,318	I started with Cooper Cobras on the front of the LTD, but developed a shake at about 100mph. I called MT and the tech there told me the shake was from running a steel belted front tire with a bias ply ET street in the rear. He told me to run sportsman pro fronts. I did and my shake went away. I can let you know the size if you need it, I think is a 24x7x15.

06-25-2008, 05:50 PM	#17
slow04 Oink! M-ther F-cker Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: pimlico Posts: 1,126	^ sounds like someone had a bad driving experience today....now did we? __________________ match my weight and I'll show you this^^^ www.darylsmithdrywall.com

06-25-2008, 06:12 PM	#18
LXtasy Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Summerville, SC Posts: 9,564	Everyday I have a bad experience with the shitty drivers here. lol My job entails me to "drive". You know that. __________________

06-25-2008, 10:45 PM	#19
wade w Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Savannah GA Posts: 1,725	I'm not saying the M/T's are not the right choice, BUT I have been 150 on the cheepies with E/T streets on the back. I have heard that your not sopose to run radials with bias tires, but I have never heard why. I know I have done it many times with no problems. I can understand it from side to side but not front to back. Either way after running with DR's I dont see me ever going back to slicks.