GT !7 Inch wheels
#1
The 235/55/17 tire is a wonderful choice, especially for the front.
Compared to the old 245/45/17, it is 1.3 inches taller. The 235’s
aspect will improve wear, comfort of ride, reduce rolling resistance,
ability to absorb shock (pot holes) and be only slightly less aggressive
in lateral movement.
I would take the rear tires and keep for later use on the front. I
would then put 255/50/17’s on the rear. They have the same approximate
width as the 255/45/18’s and would put equal rubber on the road with the
same visual appearance from the rear. The aspect of the tire vs. the 18
incher would give a more comfortable ride, absorb shocks, and more over,
cost a lot less. The 255/50/17 is just a tenth (depending on
manufacturer) of an inch taller than the 235/55/17 and the 255/45/18,
which has virtually no impact on speedo, etc. If the tenth is a
concern, two burn outs off the line should eliminate that difference.
This is a heck of a lot cheaper than going the 18 inch route, both
initial outlay and future replacement cost. The only downside is losing
the ability to rotate tires from front to rear.
Compared to the old 245/45/17, it is 1.3 inches taller. The 235’s
aspect will improve wear, comfort of ride, reduce rolling resistance,
ability to absorb shock (pot holes) and be only slightly less aggressive
in lateral movement.
I would take the rear tires and keep for later use on the front. I
would then put 255/50/17’s on the rear. They have the same approximate
width as the 255/45/18’s and would put equal rubber on the road with the
same visual appearance from the rear. The aspect of the tire vs. the 18
incher would give a more comfortable ride, absorb shocks, and more over,
cost a lot less. The 255/50/17 is just a tenth (depending on
manufacturer) of an inch taller than the 235/55/17 and the 255/45/18,
which has virtually no impact on speedo, etc. If the tenth is a
concern, two burn outs off the line should eliminate that difference.
This is a heck of a lot cheaper than going the 18 inch route, both
initial outlay and future replacement cost. The only downside is losing
the ability to rotate tires from front to rear.
#3
Originally posted by Grantsdale@June 8, 2004, 8:45 PM
When are 18"s going to be available?
When are 18"s going to be available?
just reviving an old myth of the sub 20k v8
#4
Originally posted by pilot1129+June 8, 2004, 9:57 PM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (pilot1129 @ June 8, 2004, 9:57 PM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin-Grantsdale@June 8, 2004, 8:45 PM
When are 18"s going to be available?
When are 18"s going to be available?
just reviving an old myth of the sub 20k v8 [/b][/quote]
Jesus I should of bet some people on that B)
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Originally posted by mrtedrich@June 8, 2004, 7:35 PM
The 235/55/17 tire is a wonderful choice, especially for the front.
Compared to the old 245/45/17, it is 1.3 inches taller. The 235’s
aspect will improve wear, comfort of ride, reduce rolling resistance,
ability to absorb shock (pot holes) and be only slightly less aggressive
in lateral movement.
I would take the rear tires and keep for later use on the front. I
would then put 255/50/17’s on the rear. They have the same approximate
width as the 255/45/18’s and would put equal rubber on the road with the
same visual appearance from the rear. The aspect of the tire vs. the 18
incher would give a more comfortable ride, absorb shocks, and more over,
cost a lot less. The 255/50/17 is just a tenth (depending on
manufacturer) of an inch taller than the 235/55/17 and the 255/45/18,
which has virtually no impact on speedo, etc. If the tenth is a
concern, two burn outs off the line should eliminate that difference.
This is a heck of a lot cheaper than going the 18 inch route, both
initial outlay and future replacement cost. The only downside is losing
the ability to rotate tires from front to rear.
The 235/55/17 tire is a wonderful choice, especially for the front.
Compared to the old 245/45/17, it is 1.3 inches taller. The 235’s
aspect will improve wear, comfort of ride, reduce rolling resistance,
ability to absorb shock (pot holes) and be only slightly less aggressive
in lateral movement.
I would take the rear tires and keep for later use on the front. I
would then put 255/50/17’s on the rear. They have the same approximate
width as the 255/45/18’s and would put equal rubber on the road with the
same visual appearance from the rear. The aspect of the tire vs. the 18
incher would give a more comfortable ride, absorb shocks, and more over,
cost a lot less. The 255/50/17 is just a tenth (depending on
manufacturer) of an inch taller than the 235/55/17 and the 255/45/18,
which has virtually no impact on speedo, etc. If the tenth is a
concern, two burn outs off the line should eliminate that difference.
This is a heck of a lot cheaper than going the 18 inch route, both
initial outlay and future replacement cost. The only downside is losing
the ability to rotate tires from front to rear.
#6
I definately still think that 18's are a SE thing. Even 500 and Freestyle come from day one with 18" on the limited models. They may just have a handling package with say, 18"s and some flashy brakes, to target the "track" model 350 packaging.
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Originally posted by kevinb120@June 8, 2004, 9:21 PM
I definately still think that 18's are a SE thing. Even 500 and Freestyle come from day one with 18" on the limited models. They may just have a handling package with say, 18"s and some flashy brakes, to target the "track" model 350 packaging.
I definately still think that 18's are a SE thing. Even 500 and Freestyle come from day one with 18" on the limited models. They may just have a handling package with say, 18"s and some flashy brakes, to target the "track" model 350 packaging.
#8
Originally posted by ManEHawke@June 8, 2004, 9:07 PM
I love the look of fat rubber on a powerful rwd car.
I love the look of fat rubber on a powerful rwd car.
I definately agree. Fat tires (on the rear) will look awesome. The wider 17's is the best alternative to waiting for the 18's that I've heard yet.
#10
Originally posted by Strider+June 9, 2004, 11:08 AM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (Strider @ June 9, 2004, 11:08 AM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin-ManEHawke@June 8, 2004, 9:07 PM
I love the look of fat rubber on a powerful rwd car.
I love the look of fat rubber on a powerful rwd car.
I definately agree. Fat tires (on the rear) will look awesome. The wider 17's is the best alternative to waiting for the 18's that I've heard yet. [/b][/quote]
How about wide aftermarket 18's and rims.
#11
Originally posted by conv_stang+June 8, 2004, 10:29 PM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (conv_stang @ June 8, 2004, 10:29 PM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin-kevinb120@June 8, 2004, 9:21 PM
I definately still think that 18's are a SE thing. Even 500 and Freestyle come from day one with 18" on the limited models. They may just have a handling package with say, 18"s and some flashy brakes, to target the "track" model 350 packaging.
I definately still think that 18's are a SE thing. Even 500 and Freestyle come from day one with 18" on the limited models. They may just have a handling package with say, 18"s and some flashy brakes, to target the "track" model 350 packaging.
how much does it weigh exactly?
#13
What do you think the likelyhood of people to purchase 18" rims that have not done so on their current car already. If you wanted em bad enough, they would be on your car right now.
#14
Originally posted by mrtedrich@June 8, 2004, 8:35 PM
I would take the rear tires and keep for later use on the front. I would then put 255/50/17’s on the rear.
I would take the rear tires and keep for later use on the front. I would then put 255/50/17’s on the rear.
Will the 235's and 255's fit on the same rim width?
Will the 255's rub the rear inner or outer fender? This is where having a real '05 Mustang would help!
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Originally posted by Dan+June 9, 2004, 11:07 AM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (Dan @ June 9, 2004, 11:07 AM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'>
Wider is Better!
I definately agree. Fat tires (on the rear) will look awesome. The wider 17's is the best alternative to waiting for the 18's that I've heard yet.
Originally posted by Strider@June 9, 2004, 11:08 AM
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@June 8, 2004, 9:07 PM
I love the look of fat rubber on a powerful rwd car.
I love the look of fat rubber on a powerful rwd car.
Wider is Better!
I definately agree. Fat tires (on the rear) will look awesome. The wider 17's is the best alternative to waiting for the 18's that I've heard yet.
Personally I would actually perfer wide 17's then wide 18's. A bit of sidewall on the side balances things out and makes it looks awesome. Also for me, gotta have that white lettering.
#16
Originally posted by ManEHawke@June 9, 2004, 3:52 PM
Personally I would actually perfer wide 17's then wide 18's. A bit of sidewall on the side balances things out and makes it looks awesome. Also for me, gotta have that white lettering.
Personally I would actually perfer wide 17's then wide 18's. A bit of sidewall on the side balances things out and makes it looks awesome. Also for me, gotta have that white lettering.
#17
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Originally posted by Stinky Old Fart+June 9, 2004, 3:41 PM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (Stinky Old Fart @ June 9, 2004, 3:41 PM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin-mrtedrich@June 8, 2004, 8:35 PM
I would take the rear tires and keep for later use on the front. I would then put 255/50/17’s on the rear.
I would take the rear tires and keep for later use on the front. I would then put 255/50/17’s on the rear.
Will the 235's and 255's fit on the same rim width?
Will the 255's rub the rear inner or outer fender? This is where having a real '05 Mustang would help! [/b][/quote]
Some guys with Cobra's have 275s on a 17x8
I think thats as WIDE as you can go.
On a 9 inch wide rim, the lowest you'd want is a 255.
Although some guys have been said to put 245s on them...I wouldn't risk it.
#18
Originally posted by mrtedrich@June 8, 2004, 8:35 PM
reduce rolling resistance
reduce rolling resistance
#19
Originally posted by FinlayZJ+June 9, 2004, 2:08 PM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (FinlayZJ @ June 9, 2004, 2:08 PM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin-mrtedrich@June 8, 2004, 8:35 PM
reduce rolling resistance
reduce rolling resistance
I think it is fair to say that two tires, all things being the same, but one being one size wider, will have the wider tire creating more rolling resistance.