widest 17 inch tire
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255/50's front 275/50's rear 17x9 Hallibrands
I'm sure, you could fit wider, it's a problem of finding wheels with the right offsets, and tires in the size you want. I found this combo easy to find.
I'm sure, you could fit wider, it's a problem of finding wheels with the right offsets, and tires in the size you want. I found this combo easy to find.
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The fact that they are 17's dosn't have anything to do with it. I'm running 285s and they are just a little outside the fender well. I'v seen some guys running 295's and 315's... Try the wheel guide at BIGCUSTOMSWHEELS.COM
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Originally Posted by 1SG
Hey 05 Retro, I'm thinking of getting 275/50's for the rear on 17x8's. What brand are yours? I have been looking and Nito NT 450's. Any problems?
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Originally Posted by don_w
Not only did they look bad, but they didn't look real safe either. I wouldn't want to drive them that way. But to each his own...
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Thanks for the advice guys. The Nitto web site says the the 275/50R17 tire is approved for rims 7.5 to 9.5. I would really like to see a good picture of one of these tires on a 8 inch wheel to see how much it bulges. I don't want to do it if it looks bad. If there is anybody out there with this set up please post some pics.
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Im surprised that no one has mentioned that every manufacturers tires are different width. For example, a 275 Nitto is wider than a 275 Kumho. And ya, on stock 8in rims a 275 is pushing it pretty far. And i definitely wouldnt put a nitto 275 on a 7.5 in rim, thats askin for trouble.
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Ok, I have decided to go with either 255/50 all around or maybe 255/50 rear and 225/55 front on 17x8's for the retro look. Other than not being able to rotate, what are the advantages/disadvantages to having wider tires on rear?
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Originally Posted by 1SG
Ok, I have decided to go with either 255/50 all around or maybe 255/50 rear and 225/55 front on 17x8's for the retro look. Other than not being able to rotate, what are the advantages/disadvantages to having wider tires on rear?
The only disadvantage is, as you said, no rotating all the tires. I guess a little bit less braking and cornering ability too, but that shouldnt matter unless youre really givin er.
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Originally Posted by helicfii
Tall wheels are bogus and belong on Escalades!
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****! Thats fugly and then some..
Another thing to consider- I have 18 inch replica FR500C wheels made by AWI (China) They were on the car when I bought it. The offset on them is nowhere near what I have seen on other wheels. I run 255/45/18 rubber, and I have tread protruding beyond the rear fender lip (but not beyond the front fender lip!). So- be careful when buying wheels. I do not think that I will be able to lower the car without buying a completely new set of wheels. There are many different off-sets and I have seen guys with 275 and 305 rubber, with everything staying under the fender!
Another thing to consider- I have 18 inch replica FR500C wheels made by AWI (China) They were on the car when I bought it. The offset on them is nowhere near what I have seen on other wheels. I run 255/45/18 rubber, and I have tread protruding beyond the rear fender lip (but not beyond the front fender lip!). So- be careful when buying wheels. I do not think that I will be able to lower the car without buying a completely new set of wheels. There are many different off-sets and I have seen guys with 275 and 305 rubber, with everything staying under the fender!
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Oh, it gets better, check this crapola out!!
The car is for sale on eBay...the highest bid with 1 day left, is like $4,400.
Actually a good deal, the car looks clean otherwise (straight 6). Nothin like ruining the value of a classic by doing that to it
The car is for sale on eBay...the highest bid with 1 day left, is like $4,400.
Actually a good deal, the car looks clean otherwise (straight 6). Nothin like ruining the value of a classic by doing that to it