I need some hook

Agree with Justin. Most guys i know run 17-19 pounds in a radial
I run 18. 25 is way too much. You frankly dont have much tire on that car, and it being a radial is going to make it harder to get it to work to begin with.
Track prep as well becomes more of an issue than with a bias tire.
Also, DONT do a big burnout with a radial. Its counterproductive. Just get a quick haze and get out of the water box.
I've tried the haze the tires approach, spun as if it was on ice. To be honest, the track prep up here is usually not that great. But the last couple of months they've really stepped up their game. Partially why I left the tires at 25psi to see how it would react. Usually I'm 18-22psi at least with the old combo and SS springs. One of the regulars was kind enough to throw me a set of 28x9 hoosiers since he swapped to a different tire, not sure if they'll fit. It looks to be pretty tight.

I really don't want to mini tub the car, I don't mind relocating the springs a touch. But I like having the small tire on it. Kinda throws people off. If I can get it sorted to hook and book then it will surprise even more.