“The 351 is the tire for lower power driving. It has a ton of side bite, so you can go into every turn as fast as you want and actually have something to lean on and trust.” - Chelsea DeNofa
The Grassroots Hero
351 SPORT GD
Chelsea DeNofa’s go-to tire for low power drift cars and big seat-time days.
CHELSEA'S PRO TIPS
When to Run the 351 sport gd
The 351 Sport GD is built for lower-power drift cars and drivers focused on maximizing seat time.
It’s ideal for big tracks, consistent laps, and building confidence, giving you a tire you can lean on without needing excessive wheel speed.
HOW TO GET MORE SIDE-BITE
By running lower pressures (as low as 15 PSI), you get reliable side-bite while still being able to spin the tire easily.
This lets you enter faster, hold angle longer, and stay in control.
HOW TO BALANCE THE CAR
The 351 Sport GD naturally provides strong side-bite, so your setup should focus on creating forward drive to keep the car balanced.
- Bias the chassis toward forward traction and stability
- Let the tire handle the side-bite - your setup should help the car “dig” forward
- This balance allows you to enter faster, stay in angle longer, and maintain control through the slide
“The 351 Sport is the ultimate ‘lean-on’ tire. Most people think low power means you need to skyrocket PSI just to get the wheels spinning, but that kills your control. This tire solves that.” - Chelsea DeNofa
for maximum seat time
351 SPORT GD
Recommended HP Range:
Low to medium horsepower setups
Chelsea Setup Tips:
- Alignment: Maintain 1/16" to 1/2" rear toe-in
- Camber: Adjust based on track layout and grip levels
- Tire Pressure: Never go below 15 PSI cold.
Bonus tip: These fit to the fender a size larger than the 651. Drive it hard, don't be a softy!
Pro Ranking: Grip: 6 | Life: 8 | Wear: 10
FAQs - Chelsea x 351 Sport GD
The 351 Sport GD is designed specifically for under 300HP drift cars, offering controlled slides, predictable grip, and long-lasting durability for maximum practice time.
Chelsea recommends never going below 15 PSI cold on the 351 Sport GD. Lower pressures help maintain side-bite and control while allowing the tires to spin easily.
Yes. The 351 Sport GD is one of the best seat-time drift tires because it offers predictable handling, long wear life, and forgiving behavior for new drivers.
The tire performs best on under 300HP drift builds, making it ideal for grassroots drivers and entry-level drift cars.
The 351 Sport GD is built for durability, delivering extended wear and consistent performance so drivers can maximize practice laps and seat time.
The Goldilocks Tire
Chelsea x 651 Sport
Heat it up and let it eat - balanced grip for versatile hp.