Gerald Corle Gerald Corle has left an indelible mark on the world of dirt track racing for over three decades. As the esteemed representative of Hoosier Tire Mid Atlantic, Gerald brought his expertise to the foref... Oct 26, 2023
Winterization of a dirt late model Winterization of a dirt late model race car, including its racing tires, is crucial to ensure it remains in good condition during the offseason and is ready for action when the racing season resumes. ... Oct 6, 2023
Sidewall Deflection Sidewall deflection in a dirt sprint car tire refers to the flexing or bending of the tire's sidewall when it encounters lateral (side-to-side) forces during cornering or other dynamic maneuvers on a ... Sep 12, 2023
A Clean Car Is A Happy Car Weekly race car maintenance starts with cleaning and inspection. Remove all filters and seal off all areas that do not need wet. Plug header openings with plungers or foam footballs. Remove any panels... Aug 15, 2023
Vent Holes Prevent Blistering Blistering in dirt late model tires is a phenomenon that occurs when excessive heat builds up within the tire during racing, causing the tire's rubber compound to soften and deform. This can lead to t... Aug 8, 2023
Weekly Quick Change Rear End Maintenance Weekly maintenance for a quick change rear end is essential to ensure its proper function and longevity. Here are some general maintenance tips: Cleaning: Regularly clean the rear end to remove dirt, ... Aug 1, 2023
NLMT 2 & 3 Left Rear Grooving Patterns Grooving and siping are techniques used to enhance the performance and traction of tires, especially in motorsports like dirt late model racing. The grooving process involves cutting shallow channels ... Jul 25, 2023
How True Are Your Wheels? Wheel trueness is critical in aluminum racing wheels, as it significantly affects the performance, safety, and overall driving experience. Trueness refers to the condition in which the wheel is perfec... Jul 18, 2023
NLMT-3 RR Aggressive Edge High ambient temperatures and hard track surfaces offer little traction for your dirt late model. If your car is balanced and you want to add more overall right rear grip, this groove and sipe pattern... Jul 13, 2023
Staying Cool In The Summer Heat Start writing here...Summer temperatures mean higher track temps and even higher tire operating temperatures. This time of year, you will see increased tire failure, typically on the right rear tire. ... Jul 5, 2023
Junior Drag Slicks Hoosier Junior Drag slicks are designed for use in drag racing competitions, specifically for junior dragsters. Here are some advantages of using these tires: Traction: Hoosier Junior Drag slicks offe... Jun 27, 2023
The art of cutting tires Cutting grooves in tires is a technique used in dirt racing, particularly in dirt late-model racing, to enhance traction and improve performance on the track. The process involves carefully carving or... Jun 13, 2023