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Old 01-15-2008, 06:56 PM
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whats the largest tire I can run on a 17x9.5 rim?
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Old 01-15-2008, 09:30 PM
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not sure but the 275/40 looks great on the size rim...
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I wouldnt go bigger then a 285
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A 285 would be the widest that would fit and still be safe.
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you can safely fit a 315/35/17 Nitto on a stock 17x9.5 rim?
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No.....285 is it.
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275 prob look th best 285 is the biggest i would go
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Originally Posted by sidewayz28
you can safely fit a 315/35/17 Nitto on a stock 17x9.5 rim?
ABSOLUTELY NOT! . . .

This question has been answered.

275/40ZR17 is BEST a 285/40ZR17 can be run.
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