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Old 03-15-2006, 06:55 PM
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Default Whats the biggest tire for a 18x9.5" rim?

Is 275 the biggest I can go on an 18x9.5????
I noticed tire rack has a BFG's KDW2 in 285/60VR18....will it fit?
If all I can fit is a 275, I may have to re-think my whole combo with the 17's in the front and 18's in the rear. Just getting too expensive and I want a big tire for 18's. Probably have to spend more money to get a wider wheel for a bigger tire.....and I know thats not cheap.
Any companys make affordable 10" or 10.5" rims???
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For a 9.5" rim 285 would be the max, you would be looking for 285/35/18. There are lots of affordable rims out there try e-bay or Tomzwheels.
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Thanks! Would something like a 255/45x17 with 285/40x18 throw off my ABS....anyone?
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275/35ZR18 is the PERFECT tire for that wheel . . . .
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i'm running 275/35ZR18's on my 18x9.5's. Very, very pleased. I dunno, would a 285 rub a little? Mine rub just a tiny hair, but I'm pretty sure that's my wheel offset...
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Originally Posted by 98Trans
I noticed tire rack has a BFG's KDW2 in 285/60VR18....will it fit?

Thanks guys!

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