How big of front tire can I go??
10-27-2013, 07:31 AM
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How big of front tire can I go?? I have a 93 trans am I run 275/35/18 in the front cuz that's what I was told is the biggest I can fit without making some modifications. I'd like to go 295/35/18 get some more grip up front. What's the biggest front tire people have put on a 4th gen? Also what modifications were needed? Dunno if it's some plastic shaving or what. I also have Eibach springs so it sits lower. Thanks!
10-27-2013, 09:29 AM
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I have 285x35xZR18 mounted on Forgeline 18X9.5 (+46mm offset) all the way around the vehicle (2001 Z28-Sara) and have no rubbing issues whatsoever.
It depends on the offset of the wheel, more so than the size of the tire or the width of the rim.
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It depends on the offset of the wheel, more so than the size of the tire or the width of the rim.
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10-27-2013, 02:10 PM
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Yea you could run up to 315's up front without a problem. Do you just want it for looks or Road course or AutoX because i think 285 -295 would be cool. I used to run 275 all around with hardly any trouble on the track.
10-27-2013, 06:41 PM
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As long as the wheels have the proper offset, there are zero issues with fitting up to a 315 wide tire on the front of a 4th gen. The grip is incredible, but rougher roads can be a handful, the car will follow ruts more easily.