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    My Hoosier wets were left out in the truck over winter and at least one has bad cracking at base (or whatever is the part that isn't treaded) I am looking for a cheap replacement for the wets. I would like something that will act as an intermediate tire too. It looks like the Hoosier won't work well in anything besides a really wet track. What tire do you guys recommend?

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    Steven
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    Really?? I don't agree with that at all especially the radial wets. Heck, I've thought about using my older set for HPDE drys.
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    Quote Originally Posted by gran racing View Post
    Really?? I don't agree with that at all especially the radial wets. Heck, I've thought about using my older set for HPDE drys.
    Dirt stockers wouldn't last more than a session in the dry. They actually start to melt and it feels like your racing in the rain! Even as an intermediate they would be a poor choice.

    The radials will last longer but not more than a few sessions in the dry. I have used the radials as an intermediate and they are awesome. Probably the best option in my opinion.

    Stephen

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    Just to clarify, I wasn't saying dirt stockers would hold up long in drying conditions for long.
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    What is the price of a new set of Hoosier radial Wets? Hoosier doesn't seem to like putting the price on their website.

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    Steven
    1989 ITA Honda Civic Si
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    In they past they listed a suggested retail price, at least I thought. They are the manufacturer and typically all tires are sold through their vendors, so I'm not totally surprised that pricing isn't listed. Appalachian tire (www.racetire.com) didn't list pricing but www.Philstireservice.com does.
    Dave Gran
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    Thanks Dave! They better be fast if I have to pay that much.

    Steven
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