275/40 drag radial on 8 inch rim

[Winters98GT]

I ran the nitto 275/40's for years on stock 17x8 inch rims. No problem, hooked ok and they worked because the nittos run very narrow for a 275/40 tire. However, does anybody have any experience with running the BFG's or Mickey Thompson 275/40's on an 8 inch wheel? Im thinking its too small of a rim to perform properly.

Mark

 

[Winters98GT]

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[tiptone]

I've ran 275x40 on a 17x8 in several different street tires for years, but have never BFG or MT drag radials if that's what you're referring to. I ran 275x40 BFG Comp T/As on both 16x8 and 17x8 with no problems. They bulge a little but I like the look and don't regularly slam them into curbs or anything.

 

[AntiRice98]

t have 275/40 MT streets on a 17X8 rim and they work great. i wouldn't use it as a DD though

 

[Winters98GT]

t have 275/40 MT streets on a 17X8 rim and they work great. i wouldn't use it as a DD though

How are your sixty foot times? If you dont mind, can you post some pics? Thanks for the reply