Hoosier Radial Tire Swap?

Jim Wahl · 05-04-2012, 09:34 AM

Has, or do any of you ever swap sides after a few runs? I have heard both ways, don't do it and I do it all the time. After all, they are non-directional tires. Anybody REALLY know if it works on Hoosier radials? Jim

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1320racer · 05-04-2012, 09:39 AM

Jim. I've been running Hoosier Radial slicks since 2000. 30" x 10.5" on my former Chevelle through the 2008 and 32" x 13.5" since then on my Firebird. Swapped side to side after every race for the 2000 season and haven't since then. My 60 foots vary thousanths from pass to pass whether I swapped or not and tire life was the same.

Robert Simpson · 05-04-2012, 10:57 AM

Jim, like 1320 said, I to have tried it both ways with the hoosiers. I have found no difference in performance or lasting ability. I typically rotate side to side about every 2nd oil change just part of maintenance. Hope this helps some.

Robert

cad · 05-04-2012, 11:11 AM

FREQUENTLY ASKED

DRAG RACING QUESTIONS

5. Can I swap tires from side to side? (from left to right and right to left)
ANSWER: Hoosier does suggest, depending on the number of runs, swapping tires on a regular basis. The main reason for swapping tires is to help smooth out or even the tread wear. By swapping tires, it causes the tire to be run backwards, thus causing the tire to wear differently, which cleans up the tire tread. Watch for improper wear patterns on the tread, such as rolling or feathering. The tread surface should have a fine grain or velvet look to the surface. (Top)

I know you stated Radials...but for those with bias....
I swap during the season if I see the tread feathering. 243 passes on last year's set and half tread life left. 29x9 bias.

Clark Doukas

Myron Piatek · 05-04-2012, 11:37 AM

I do it after every weekend of racing and check my brake shoes & adjustment while I'm at it. - grasshopper!

Mike Pearson · 05-04-2012, 12:10 PM

Hi Jim,

I run a different class and a bigger radial. I dont swap. The tire I use does not feather up. As long as the track is good the tires hook good.

Jim Wahl · 05-04-2012, 01:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Myron Piatek

I do it after every weekend of racing and check my brake shoes & adjustment while I'm at it. - grasshopper!

Thank you oh wise one!

Jim

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Jim Wahl · 05-04-2012, 01:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cad

FREQUENTLY ASKED

DRAG RACING QUESTIONS

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5. Can I swap tires from side to side? (from left to right and right to left)
ANSWER: Hoosier does suggest, depending on the number of runs, swapping tires on a regular basis. The main reason for swapping tires is to help smooth out or even the tread wear. By swapping tires, it causes the tire to be run backwards, thus causing the tire to wear differently, which cleans up the tire tread. Watch for improper wear patterns on the tread, such as rolling or feathering. The tread surface should have a fine grain or velvet look to the surface. (Top)

I know you stated Radials...but for those with bias....
I swap during the season if I see the tread feathering. 243 passes on last year's set and half tread life left. 29x9 bias.

Clark Doukas

Thanks Clark, I guess I should have checked their website first! Jim

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1320racer · 05-04-2012, 02:54 PM

No love for Robert or myself, what's that all about?

Jim Wahl · 05-05-2012, 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by 1320racer

No love for Robert or myself, what's that all about?

I got lottsa love for everybody! Jim

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05-04-2012, 09:34 AM	#1
Jim Wahl Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Central Florida Posts: 5,844 Likes: 666 Liked 683 Times in 129 Posts	Hoosier Radial Tire Swap? Has, or do any of you ever swap sides after a few runs? I have heard both ways, don't do it and I do it all the time. After all, they are non-directional tires. Anybody REALLY know if it works on Hoosier radials? Jim . __________________ Jim Wahl....NHRA #2239 S/SS - IHRA # 8 Stock, D2 Stock Champion (forever I guess) 2019 Baby Gators Stock Champion 2009 NHRA D2 National Open Stock Champion 1982 NHRA D2 West Palm Beach LDRS SS Runner Up Past President, Southern Stock / Super Stock Association.

05-04-2012, 09:39 AM	#2
1320racer VIP Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: New Jersey Posts: 2,628 Likes: 160 Liked 759 Times in 379 Posts	Re: Hoosier Radial Tire Swap? Jim. I've been running Hoosier Radial slicks since 2000. 30" x 10.5" on my former Chevelle through the 2008 and 32" x 13.5" since then on my Firebird. Swapped side to side after every race for the 2000 season and haven't since then. My 60 foots vary thousanths from pass to pass whether I swapped or not and tire life was the same.

05-04-2012, 10:57 AM	#3
Robert Simpson Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Jacksonville, Florida Posts: 808 Likes: 7 Liked 20 Times in 12 Posts	Re: Hoosier Radial Tire Swap? Jim, like 1320 said, I to have tried it both ways with the hoosiers. I have found no difference in performance or lasting ability. I typically rotate side to side about every 2nd oil change just part of maintenance. Hope this helps some. Robert

05-04-2012, 11:11 AM	#4
cad Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Omaha, NE Posts: 702 Likes: 202 Liked 91 Times in 51 Posts	Re: Hoosier Radial Tire Swap? FREQUENTLY ASKED DRAG RACING QUESTIONS 5. Can I swap tires from side to side? (from left to right and right to left) ANSWER: Hoosier does suggest, depending on the number of runs, swapping tires on a regular basis. The main reason for swapping tires is to help smooth out or even the tread wear. By swapping tires, it causes the tire to be run backwards, thus causing the tire to wear differently, which cleans up the tire tread. Watch for improper wear patterns on the tread, such as rolling or feathering. The tread surface should have a fine grain or velvet look to the surface. (Top) I know you stated Radials...but for those with bias.... I swap during the season if I see the tread feathering. 243 passes on last year's set and half tread life left. 29x9 bias. Clark Doukas Last edited by cad; 05-04-2012 at 11:14 AM.

05-04-2012, 11:37 AM	#5
Myron Piatek VIP Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Florida Posts: 1,542 Likes: 34 Liked 138 Times in 51 Posts	Re: Hoosier Radial Tire Swap? I do it after every weekend of racing and check my brake shoes & adjustment while I'm at it. - grasshopper!

05-04-2012, 12:10 PM	#6
Mike Pearson VIP Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 2,447 Likes: 615 Liked 1,919 Times in 576 Posts	Re: Hoosier Radial Tire Swap? Hi Jim, I run a different class and a bigger radial. I dont swap. The tire I use does not feather up. As long as the track is good the tires hook good. __________________ Mike Pearson 2485 SS

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1320racer VIP Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: New Jersey Posts: 2,628 Likes: 160 Liked 759 Times in 379 Posts	Re: Hoosier Radial Tire Swap? No love for Robert or myself, what's that all about?