Dan Smith Sipe Depth Let's talk about sipe depth. Siping too deep will cause too much tread block distortion. Resulting in traction loss, poor tire performance, and tread failure, also known as "Chunking." Ideal sipe dept... Mar 28, 2023
Dan Smith Extreme Stagger Excess stagger causes higher than average tire loading on the inside edge of the right rear and outside edge of the left rear tires. Excess stagger can lead to tire blistering, loss of traction, and t... Mar 21, 2023
Dan Smith Mounting Dirt Tires It all starts with how you mount it. Hoosier designs the dirt tires for mounting with the serial code facing the infield. So the serial code should face outboard on the left side tires and inboard on ... Mar 14, 2023
Dan Smith Controlling Tire Temperature The temperature of tires affects grip, traction, and wear, which can significantly impact lap times and race outcomes. Wheel covers are an essential tool dirt racing teams use to control tire temperat... Mar 6, 2023
Dan Smith NLMT 3 - 4 RR The NLMT 3 and 4 are part of Hoosier's new National Late Model Tire lineup. The NLMT3 compound is similar to the LM30/1450 and is considered a rugged and repeatable compound that stands up to abrasion... Feb 28, 2023
Dan Smith Blister Prevention Let the heat escape Blistering occurs when the tread block has an excessive amount of heat buildup and no way to vent it out. A bubble forms that eventually pops and causes a loss of traction and or t... Feb 20, 2023