whats the skinniest wheel that a 275/40/17 can fit on safely?

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08-06-2006, 01:49 PM

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whats the skinniest wheel that a 275/40/17 can fit on safely?

I have a pair of 275/40/17 tires im trying to sell a friend. his wheels look to be 17x8? will a 275 fit on that safely? thanks for any help
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08-06-2006, 01:50 PM

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and if it matters, the tire is a goodyear gsc.

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http://www.tirerack.com/tires/Spec.j...e1=yes&place=0

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08-06-2006, 05:41 PM

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i guess that means no

, thanks for the link

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08-06-2006, 05:55 PM

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I think GoodYear specs the minimum width at 9.0" for a 274/40/17.

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08-07-2006, 09:17 AM

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9" is the minumum. 9.5" is actually ideal.

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