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Mickey Thompson 28" Sportsman S/R skinny front radial tires #2474731
03/31/18 02:53 AM
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Curious if anyone has experience with these new Mickey Thompson 28" tall Sportsman S/R skinny front radial tires. Considering buying a pair for street driving mostly, and an occasional trip down the drag strip. Any actual experience with these tall and skinny MT S/R front tires would be appreciated. Would be going on my '64 Savoy.

http://www.mickeythompsontires.com/news/...ny-front-radial

"STOW, OHIO: March 12, 2018 - Drivers of high-horsepower late-model street cars can have a true drag race look and performance with the recently expanded Sportsman S/R front radial tire line from Mickey Thompson Tires & Wheels.

The skinny front tire solution for today's heavy muscle cars, the Sportsman S/R front radial is now available in a 28X6.00R18LT size that carries up to 1,650 pounds per tire at 95 psi. Rated at load range F and approved for 4- to 5-inch-wide wheels, the tire pairs well with Mickey Thompson's ET Street S/S & ET Street R (radial) rear tire lines for a top street performance combination.

Particularly suited for modern high-performance street cars, the Sportsman S/R radial also offers decreased weight for easier launches and quicker ETs at the track.

"Featuring a unique flamed tread pattern while providing a classic skinny tire appearance, the Sportsman S/R radial is a must-have for hot rodders and racers alike," said Ken Warner, Vice President of Mickey Thompson."

For more information, go to http://www.mickeythompsontires.com/street-tires/sportsman-s-r



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Re: Mickey Thompson 28" Sportsman S/R skinny front radial tires [Re: 1964superstock] #2474751
03/31/18 04:21 AM
03/31/18 04:21 AM
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A mate has a pair on his 62 Belair . No issues so far . Drives on street once a week , drives an hour to dragstrip

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Re: Mickey Thompson 28" Sportsman S/R skinny front radial tires [Re: 1964superstock] #2474763
03/31/18 08:40 AM
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I have a pair on the front of my '70 Cuda 28" tall with a 17" rim. They drive nice and straight and light to steer with. The tyres themselves are quite heavy in weight compared to larger tyres though.

Re: Mickey Thompson 28" Sportsman S/R skinny front radial tires [Re: 1964superstock] #2474897
03/31/18 02:47 PM
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Thanks for the feedback so far. I'm interested in the 28 x 6.00-15 size. Seems to be the only tall and skinny radial tire available for a 15 inch wheel. Anyone used this particular size?

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/mtt-6678




Re: Mickey Thompson 28" Sportsman S/R skinny front radial tires [Re: 1964superstock] #2474908
03/31/18 03:06 PM
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I have a pair on my 38 Ply and a set on my
Rampage.. the Rampage are shorter than what
your looking at.. both are running great
wave

Re: Mickey Thompson 28" Sportsman S/R skinny front radial tires [Re: 1964superstock] #2475901
04/02/18 10:32 AM
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I'd love to have a set to replace my 28" tall M/T Sportsmans, but they're proud of em!


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'69 road runner, 440-6, 18 spline 4 speed, Dana 60
'71 Demon, 340, low gear 904, 8.75
'73 Chrysler New Yorker, 440, 727, 8.75
'90 Chevy 454SS Silverado, 476" BBC, TH400, 14 bolt
'06 GMC 2500HD LBZ Duramax






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