Bullitt Conquers Tail of the Dragon

[ecumkh]

Had a chance to take the Bullitt to the Tail of the Dragon in Deals Gap, TN on the TN/NC border the last weekend in October. This is a great time to go because you also get the enjoyment of all the leaves changing. We could not have asked for any better weather or scenery. If you get a chance to go I would highly recommend. One of the best parts is the professional photographers that are stationed along the way. Got some great shots of the car and really enjoyed turning some head there as well. Highly recommend.

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Looks like a great time! What wheel and tire setup are you running? Not looking to copy for my 2019 Bullitt, but looking for some ideas. Thanks

 

[RTFM]

Beautiful Bullitt!

How was traffic? And at what time where you there?

I’d love to drive up there and experience it for myself, but not if I have to eat my steering wheel in frustration while following a slug on wheels.

 

[ecumkh]

Looks like a great time! What wheel and tire setup are you running? Not looking to copy for my 2019 Bullitt, but looking for some ideas. Thanks

Copy away. I love the combination.

Here are the specs: https://www.mustang6g.com/forums/th...termarket-wheels-and-tires.15709/post-3879113

Here is my bronze setup:

 

[ecumkh]

Beautiful Bullitt!

How was traffic? And at what time where you there?

I’d love to drive up there and experience it for myself, but not if I have to eat my steering wheel in frustration while following a slug on wheels.

We went on a Saturday so it was busy as you would expect. I ran it 6 times and a couple of the times I just had to hang back and let the slower cars go ahead. That being said, dont think that you would not be that slug. There is always someone faster than you on the Tail. I would just let them run if I felt like I was being pushed or appreciate it when they let me by. Overall highly recommend.

 

[Cobra Jet]

Is there a posted photographer at those specific locations of the photos or just set up cams where you can get the images afterwards?

I see a lot of photos online from there and all the images look like similar spots along the drive.

 

[sk47]

Hello; I live in the general area. Not real close but close enough to have been on the road a few times. Not all fun and games. I get my local news from Knoxville TN. Seems there are plenty of wrecks on that stretch of road. Maybe more motorcycles than cars are wrecked.
Not sure if things are better now but just a few years ago the ambulance and other first responders had issues getting to and then getting out seriously hurt folks. Likely helicopters are used but likely few places where one can land.

It is a public road and from some TV reports the law is also aware of the popularity of that stretch of road.

If you happen to be in Pigeon Forge (PF) TN, you might want to try hwy 321. Runs from PF to Townsend TN and passes through Wears Valley in the foothills of the Smokies. Turn at light #3 if memory serves. From Townsend TN you can choose to take a few routes. Back thru the National Park or out toward Maryville and eventually Knoxville or other places.

 

[rcald]

Is there a posted photographer at those specific locations of the photos or just set up cams where you can get the images afterwards?

I see a lot of photos online from there and all the images look like similar spots along the drive.

Yes, along stretches of the Dragon and then you go to website to Purchase. I was there for Ponies in the Smokies earlier this year and did the Dragon/purchase pics.

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