Parking lot tire suggestions

[Polar_Bus]

So when im ready to get into my engine fine tuning i like to do it on an asphault surface with the aid of a tachometer for the best tuning consistiency. What are you guys running for on road truck tires ? Thanks in advance for the help!

 

[evssv]

U either got ur cheapo chinese ones...or km/rovan's....or hostile slicks...?

 

[Z.hb71]

So when im ready to get into my engine fine tuning i like to do it on an asphault surface with the aid of a tachometer for the best tuning consistiency. What are you guys running for on road truck tires ? Thanks in advance for the help!

Well they are many many choices out there but the most common ones are hostile slicks. Supposedly they have the best grip and very good durability. http://www.davesmotors.com/hostile-slick-tires-for-hpi-5t-5sc.html

 

[evssv]

I got hos slicks ?

https://flic.kr/p/2dx7hTq

https://flic.kr/p/QSKE2D

 

[Polar_Bus]

Not sure I want to go with a true slick. Up here in New Hampshire the parking lots in the early spring will have some sand on the surface from winter snow treatment. I think a soft compound treaded on road might be better in my conditions.

 

[evssv]

Tbh any will b fine for car park bashing....km/rovan/mad max ect?...i used mine mainly indoor racing on a smooth surface ...

 

[Z.hb71]

Ok. Then I would try the mad Max ones
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/283359216186
I would suggest tarmac Buster's but they are out of stock every were, the only ones in stock are rovan Clones. Don't buy rovan Clones becuase they are absolute trash, I tore some in 2 runs.

 

[evssv]

The madmax ones r reinforced aswell so should last longer ?

 

[Polar_Bus]

Are foam inserts required for running the Madmax tires? If yes whats a good density?

 

[Z.hb71]

Are foam inserts required for running the Madmax tires? If yes whats a good density?

well, your tires that u have now have foams so i think u could use those.

 

[Jasongtr]

rcmodelz in the UK have the madmax tarmac busters, i just bought a set for my baja, no idea what the shipping to the usa would be though

 

[lorraine]

MCD Part# M100234X Way better than BRPs , I have both .......I KNOW

 

[Z.hb71]

MCD Part# M100234X Way better than BRPs , I have both .......I KNOW

i wonder how those would hold up to 22-24hp they could have great grip but if they cant handle the power i cant use em. this thread isnt about me im just saying. OP probobly wont have 22hp lol

 

[lorraine]

You will never get all of your projected 22-24 HP to the ground period, no matter what tire you use. Power to weight ratio will never let you do it with that small of a contact patch.

 

[Z.hb71]

You will never get all of your projected 22-24 HP to the ground period, no matter what tire you use. Power to weight ratio will never let you do it with that small of a contact patch.

yes i know but will they last as in not blowing off the rim of popping

 

[lorraine]

I have a guy here at our place the put a pile of cash into a reed block 22cc!! Now our r/c max motors will smoke it out of the hole every time but when that pint sized motor winds up and gets its legs it will pass you like you where standing still. My next 5b buggy build is going to be a on road 22cc short stroke reed screamer..................

 

[Polar_Bus]

Just though I would update this thread, I ended up going with DDM's MadMax on-road tire/wheel combos. I ordered 2 sets of rears (they should fit my front as long as the wheel offset is similar to my Rovan). If not i'll just get a set of widened front hub adapters. Seems a very good tire, all mounted on wheels for a good price. Now I have on and off road tires. I don't want to be chewing up my off roads on pavement when doing my tuning on asphalt.

http://www.davesmotors.com/MadMax-Complete-Supergrip-Onroad-Tire-Wheel-Set-HPI-Baja-5b-Rear.html

 

[Z.hb71]

Just though I would update this thread, I ended up going with DDM's MadMax on-road tire/wheel combos. I ordered 2 sets of rears (they should fit my front as long as the wheel offset is similar to my Rovan). If not i'll just get a set of widened front hub adapters. Seems a very good tire, all mounted on wheels for a good price. Now I have on and off road tires. I don't want to bew chewing up my off roads on pavement when doing my tuning on asphalt.

http://www.davesmotors.com/MadMax-Complete-Supergrip-Onroad-Tire-Wheel-Set-HPI-Baja-5b-Rear.html

you will need extenders to fit rears on the front but Imo they look great.