[DeTomaso] RE: track/road race wheels (John Bentley (jab))

[John Bentley (jab)]

After 6 years, 10k miles, 8 ORR's, plenty of time above 150 MPH, and
several track days, I can tell you the 335/35-17 Michelin MXX3 Pilots
fit just perfectly on my 11-inch rims.  Too bad I can't get them
anymore........

JB



-----Original Message-----
From: Mark McWhinney [mailto:msm at portata.com] 
Sent: Monday, June 05, 2006 5:50 PM
To: 'Dan Courtney'; John Bentley (jab); 'Michael Shortt'
Cc: detomaso at realbig.com
Subject: RE: [DeTomaso] RE: track/road race wheels (John Bentley (jab))

>> A quick review of the Tirerack shows that 11" is going to be a
problem for 335s.

I take it back.  After poking around some more, it looks like there are
a
number of 335 tires that are within spec for 11" wheels.  A lot of
people
run with 335s on their 11" wheels without problems.

335 mm = 13.1", so you will get some good curb rash protection for your
fancy, shiny 11" wheels.