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Old Mar 2, 2013 | 04:53 PM
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2012 GT Brembo Pkg Tire Question

I apologize if this has been covered, I'm on my phone with very little service and I need to get some feedback by Monday. I have an opportunity to get a great deal on 4 Nitto NT05 275/30/19. I have a '12 GT with the Brembo pkg. and lowering springs (1.5"). My question is two fold, first what do people think of these tires on all four corners? Secondly, would I experience any fitment or rubbing issues, particularly on the front?

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Old Mar 2, 2013 | 06:55 PM
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From what I've heard 275's are good to go all around, but personally I prefer a 40 aspect ratio.

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Old Mar 3, 2013 | 02:26 AM
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The tire size, 275/30/19, is only 25.1" tall, which is around 2" shorter than the factory tire height. You will notice more tire-to-fender gap, and if you are already lowered, this would lower you car another 1" overall. Unless you are going to the track, I don't think this would be a preferred tire size.

As stated, a 275/40/19 would be more agreeable to the car and most people at around 27.7" tall, which is the same height as the non-Brembo Premium 19" all-season tire, 245/45/19.

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Old Mar 3, 2013 | 09:44 AM
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Due to width check for steering angles for rubbing
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Old Mar 3, 2013 | 10:25 AM
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Your speedo will be a little fast too since the tires will be smaller in cir to the stock ones.
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Old Mar 4, 2013 | 11:09 AM
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The 275 40,s will be fine as far as no rubbing!!
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