Hoosier slicks ?

Dark Knight GT

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I was wondering, how good of tires are Hoosier slicks in terms of just track use ? I was maybe thinking of getting a set. Also, about how long do they last in terms of passes if anyone knows ? Thanks.

 

Dark Knight GT

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from what i've seen, they are a good brand. whenever i goto the track for those special events with funny cars and jet cars, all the other drag specific guys are running either mickey thompson or hoosier slicks. so i'd say that is a good indicator for them . as for how many passes they'll last...don't know

 

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To be honest i think anyone taking hoosiers to a drag strip should look like someone taking a NHRA drag car to a road racing competition. Hoosiers are designed for Autocross and road racing. Im sure they have some drag tires, but go with M/T they're prolly much better for that application.

 

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Oh and from my understanding Hoosiers last around 15-20 laps...with an average track of 2 miles.

 

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Cali03Boss said:

To be honest i think anyone taking hoosiers to a drag strip should look like someone taking a NHRA drag car to a road racing competition. Hoosiers are designed for Autocross and road racing. Im sure they have some drag tires, but go with M/T they're prolly much better for that application.

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Hoosier does indeed make autocross tires, but they also make drag specific slicks.

I see more people with M/T and I even hear good things about Pheonix too, but I think Hoosier's would treat you fine. As far as how long will they last, I couldn't tell ya. I'm sure it depends on how long your burnouts are and whatnot though.

 

Dark Knight GT

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The Hoosiers I'm looking at are Drag specific. They are a full slick I believe. I figured they were a good brand but I'm still curious as to how many passes down the drag strip I'll get out of them. Thanks for the input so far.

 

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Cali03Boss said:

To be honest i think anyone taking hoosiers to a drag strip should look like someone taking a NHRA drag car to a road racing competition. Hoosiers are designed for Autocross and road racing. Im sure they have some drag tires, but go with M/T they're prolly much better for that application.

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Hoosiers are VERY GOOD tires. Not sure how many passes you'll get. I'll call my cousin and ask him. He's got a set on his '73 Challenger. www.hoosierracingtire.com

 

Dark Knight GT

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Cool, let me know what your cousin says about the tires.

 

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For equal money, my choice is mickey thompson, but its all a matter of preferance.

 

Dark Knight GT

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I have the Hoosier quick time pro's on my car and I love them, They hook as well as MT's and I have 20+ passes on them with plenty more to go.....

 

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Thanks for the Input Machz, I appreciate it.