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Old 06-01-2010, 02:06 PM
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i have a 95 formula, stock rims, it has 245/50/r16 on it now, whats the biggest tire i could fit on the rear comfortably?
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You should be able to find the answer to your question in here.
https://ls1tech.com/forums/wheels-ti...must-read.html
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didnt help me
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295/50/16 Mickey Thompson E/T Streets
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ive seen quite a few people run 295/50's as well...
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a 295 on a 8in rim? really? i thought like 255 was the widest you could go.
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295s fit according to BFG and M/T
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275's on a 8 inch are really pushing it. I've got 255's and the tires hang out past the rim quite a bit.
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295's are commonly put on 8 inch rims...not sure if your looking for performance or looks tho...



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