***Official Car and Gearhead Thread***

[BigRedChief]

Seems like we need one on here to talk cars, mods and the coolness of your or their car.

Interested? Chime in

[SAUTO]

Originally Posted by lewdog

He’s running 245’s on the back of a 500 HP car?

That's what his list said.


I have no idea what he's got going on.

[BigRedChief]

Originally Posted by SAUTO

That's what his list said.


I have no idea what he's got going on.

correct, that’s the tire everyone got on our cars from the factory. Using same size but these tires.


https://www.goodyear.com/en-US/tires/eagle-f1-super-car

[BigRedChief]

Originally Posted by lewdog

He’s running 245’s on the back of a 500 HP car?

according to my fellow owners, you go up any higher you have to modify the car. Some went to the 255’s and reported the tires hitting the car.

[Indian Chief]

I have essentially the same car and I push it pretty hard. I went up to 275s all around and they have great grip even with a harder compound tire. I'm sure those stick like glue, but I'd really give consideration to finding some new rubber that meets your needs.

[Indian Chief]

Originally Posted by BigRedChief

according to my fellow owners, you go up any higher you have to modify the car. Some went to the 255’s and reported the tires hitting the car.

As a fellow owner, that's not true. People may have gotten some ****ed up offset on their wheels but the tires themselves are not the problem.

[BigRedChief]

Originally Posted by Indian Chief

As a fellow owner, that's not true. People may have gotten some ****ed up offset on their wheels but the tires themselves are not the problem.

just going off what the gear heads said. l know a helluva lot more than l did 2 years ago, but I’m still a big time noob. Reading that from people freaks me out to upsize especially when I’m happy with my handling.

I can put it in launch mode and hit 0-60 in 4.1 seconds. I don’t need to put big fat tires on my car so I can hit 3.9.

[Indian Chief]

I understand, completely. For what it's worth, I'm telling you that 275s are possible with no modification to the fender liners, brakes, or anything else in there. I'd be happy to send you a picture tomorrow. I even put them at all 4 corners so that I can do a full rotation. If you trade width for the super soft compound you can maintain your traction and start saving money.

[cooper barrett]

Originally Posted by SAUTO

Actually I found the equipment list from when he ordered it and it came with 245-45zr 20 Goodyear performance bsw.

I show it as the bigger tire. He said it was a Scat Pack...

Life would have been easier if I had better info....




The Goodyear fitment tool is wrong I put in 2015 Challenger Scat Pack and got the 275 tire size from the SRT.

When you said 245's that makes it an RT. Scat Pack which does makes the F1 Supercar an optional tire choice.

Depending on the wheel width, I personally would mount the 275's as it is a perfect 0+ fitment.

The problem is Goodyear only offers 2 tires in that size both all seasons (which have mileage warranties) so maybe some Michelin's?

VENTUS V12 EVO2 175ea 0

PILOT SPORT 4S 360ea 6 Years / 30,000 Miles

PILOT SPORT 4 445 ea 6 Years / 30,000 Miles

EXTREMECONTACT SPORT 238ea 6 Years / 30,000 Miles


All three are rated at close to 50% longer life I'd bolt the Continentals and see what they do.

[cooper barrett]

Originally Posted by BigRedChief

just going off what the gear heads said. l know a helluva lot more than l did 2 years ago, but I’m still a big time noob. Reading that from people freaks me out to upsize especially when I’m happy with my handling.

I can put it in launch mode and hit 0-60 in 4.1 seconds. I don’t need to put big fat tires on my car so I can hit 3.9.

If you have seen an SRT or Hellcat they all have the bigger tires and the speedo is perfect too. .04 I see the wheel size and although not perfect, they will work fine with the bigger tires.

I agree with what Indian Chief said, you should have done this the first time you bought tires and saved your money and probably handle better too.

Looks like the cars fully loaded with a few nice toys.

[SAUTO]

Originally Posted by BigRedChief

I got my "official" equipment listing. Got some questions for you car geeks. What the hell are some on these things?

Vehicle Description 2015 DODGE CHALLENGER R/T SCAT PACK TWO-DOOR
Rain Brake Support
Ready Alert Braking
Knock Back Mitigation
Electronic Stability Control
Hill Start Assist
All Speed Traction Control
Hydraulic Assist Brake Booster
Anti-Lock 4-Wheel Disc Perf Brakes
Active Head Restraints
Rear 60/40 Folding Seat
Child Seat Upper Tether Anchorages
Advanced Multistage Front Air Bags
Supplemental Frt Seat Side Air Bags
Supp. Side Curtain Frt/Rr Air Bags
Illuminated Cupholders
"Powered by SRT" Engine Cover
Anti-Spin Differential Rear Axle
Solar Control Glass
Front & Rear Solar Control Glass
Rear Window Defroster
Sun Visors w/Illum Vanity Mirrors
RR View Auto Dim Mirror w/Microphone
Remote Proximity Keyless Entry
Keyless Entry
Sentry Key Theft Deterrent System
Air Cond ATC w/Dual Zone Control
Dodge Performance Pages
Electroluminescent Instr Cluster
180 MPH Primary Speedometer
Dual Note Electric Horns
12V Center Console Power Outlet
Power Trunklid Release
Speed Sensitive Power Locks
Power 6-Way Driver Seat
Power 4-Way Driver Lumbar Adjust
Pwr Windows, Front 1-Touch Down
Outside Temp Display in Odometer
Customer Defined Display Monitor
Front Passenger Seat Belt Alert
LED Tail Lamps
Illuminated Door Pull Handles
CHMSL Lamp
Security Alarm
Dual Rear Exhaust w/Bright Tips
Sublime Pearl Coat
6 Premium Speakers
Integrated Window Antenna
Steering Wheel Mounted Audio Ctrls
276 Watt Amplifier
High Perform Suspension
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Delete Spare Tire
ParkSense Rear Park Assist System
Severe Duty II Engine Cooling
R1234YF A/C Refrigerant
Tire Pressure Monitoring Display
Sport Mode
Brake Calipers - Black
GVW Rating - 5300#
Left Hand Drive (LHD)
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
Suede/Nappa Perform Seat Bee Logo
Black
Technology Group
Driver Convenience Group
Scat Pack Appearance Grp (Int/Ext)
Shaker Package
All Vehicles w/ABS Brakes
Ventilated Front Seats
Leather Trim Seats
Shaker "Dodge" Premium Floor Mats
Scat Pack Premium Floor Mats
Leather Wrapped Shift Knob (Auto)
8-Spd Auto 8HP70 Trans (Buy-US)
AutoStick (R) Automatic Transmission
3.09 Rear Axle Ratio
230MM Rear Axle
6.4L V8 SRT HEMI MDS Engine
Power Multi-Function F/Away Mirrors
Power Sunroof
Keyless Go
Instr. Panel Satin Silver Bezel
Rain Sensitive Windshield Wipers
GPS Navigation
GPS Antenna Input
Heated Front Seats
Illuminated Entry
Front Reading/Map Lamps
Forward Collision Warning
Black Grille with Bezel
MOPAR Shaker Hood
MOPAR Shaker Intake
"Shaker" Decal - Underhood
Fender Badge - Scat Pack (Shaker)
392 Hemi Badge - Shaker Mounted
Shaker Stripe Delete
Challenger Script Badge - Grille
R/T Badge
Rear Black Spoiler
Scat Pack Stripe
Exterior Mirrors w/Heating Element
Adaptive Speed Control
Heated Steering Wheel
Sublime Pearl Coat
All Radio Equipped Vehicles
Uconnect 8.4AN AM/FM/SXM/HD/BT/NAV
HD Radio
8.4" Touchscreen Display
SiriusXM Satellite Radio
Media Hub (SD, USB, Aux)
All VP4 Radios
Performance Steering
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Power Tilt/Telescope Steering Column
245/45ZR20 BSW Perf Tires
Goodyear Brand Tires
All Aluminum Wheels
20x9.0 Forged/Painted Aluminum Whls
ParkView(TM) Rear Back-up Camera
Blind Spot and Cross Path Detection
Bright Pedals
Remote Start System
Tip Start
Steering Wheel Mounted Shift Control
Front/Rear Climate Control Outlets
Universal Garage Door Opener
Black Fuel Filler Door
Integrated Voice Command w/Bluetooth
Hectic Mesh Interior Accents
Humidity Sensor
1-Yr. SiriusXM Radio Service
8 Additional Gallons of Gas
Customer Preferred Package 2DY
Customer Preferred Package 24Y
SEBC Owner Care
Sold Vehicle
Special Scheduling Condition VII
SRT Dealer Tracking
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What are these?

Ready Alert Braking
Knock Back Mitigation
GVW Rating - 5300#
Left Hand Drive (LHD)

Is this good?

3.09 Rear Axle Ratio
230MM Rear Axle

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[cooper barrett]

Originally Posted by Indian Chief

As a fellow owner, that's not true. People may have gotten some ****ed up offset on their wheels but the tires themselves are not the problem.

He may be right but it was because as you increase the width you must shorten the sidewall. A 255/45zr20 is about 3/4 inch taller than a 245/45zr20.

[SAUTO]

Originally Posted by cooper barrett

I show it as the bigger tire. He said it was a Scat Pack...

Life would have been easier if I had better info

Originally Posted by BigRedChief

this is the exact tire I bought the 2nd and 3rd time.

[cooper barrett]

Originally Posted by SAUTO

I asked for a conformation of tire size, you eventually furnished that and as I said Goodyear's data base is incorrect. Goodyear has the tire as being a 275/40ZR20 and there are no F1 supercar tires in that size.

If I would have known the size of the tires or that Goodyear's site was incorrect things would have been easier.

Oh. And that warranty being excluded because of the car is total bullshit. The only warranty on that tire is for defects. Period.

[BigRedChief]

Originally Posted by cooper barrett

He may be right but it was because as you increase the width you must shorten the sidewall. A 255/45zr20 is about 3/4 inch taller than a 245/45zr20.

l wouldn’t be right anyway since l don’t know shit about technical stuff on cars.

You guys know the details forward and backward. My expertise is in another area that allows me to indulge my love of cars even if l don’t know the details.

[hometeam]

I got around 10k out of soft touring tires, like Nitto 555r and Toyo TQS. Now that I'm running a real soft tire I got sound 4k out of my MT ET streets, and hoping for about three same out of my Hoosier Drs. Gotta pay to play man.