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Old 07-24-2012, 03:27 PM
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I currently have the stock 16 ws6 rims, any suggestions on the best tire and tire size for a good price
Old 07-24-2012, 03:53 PM
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I thought WS6 wheels were 17's?

Either way, if it is a 16" factory wheel, you will want a 245/50/16. I personally like the Kumho Exsta ASX's. Depends on what you need for a tire. Mileage, traction, noise level....... If you want a drag radial with max hook, I would suggest the Mickey Thompson ET street radial in 255/50/16. That's what I have and cut 1.5 60fts with no traction issues.
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Its the 16 inche abs wheels..i was thinkin about a 275 but i didnt know much about the effects driving a car with that size of a tire
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IMO, in a 255/50/16,
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....8&autoModClar=

IMO, in a 245/50/16,

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....8&autoModClar=

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A 275 wont fit on that wheel. stick with the 245/50
Old 07-25-2012, 03:30 PM
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Originally Posted by 99Bluz28
I too like the first tire. The BFG COMP2 works very well. I highly recommend them for a summer tire.
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245/50-16 General tire is a good tire. I'm on my 1st set and have 46,000 miles on them and they are still fairly quite. I can't stand a noisy tire.

anf they are Made in the USA!!!!!
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Tire choice depends on where you live and how you drive your car. Your question can't be answered intelligently without that info.


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