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Old Jun 9, 2006 | 11:17 AM
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Hey guys i was wondering if any of u know if a 285/40R17 tire would fit on a 17x8.5 rim. They are the ADR M Classic rim i found them on ebay for $650 including shipping..can't beat that price...anybody know the quality of these rims??
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/17-AD...0224QQtcZphoto
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Old Jun 9, 2006 | 11:38 AM
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According to Tirerack the wheel for a P285/40/17 needs to be between 9.5-11 inches. It might work but is probably not a good idea as it is outside of the manufacturers specs.
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Old Jun 9, 2006 | 11:43 AM
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Thankz mike...i want some fat *** tires on the rear but have no idea of the possibilities of rim width and tire width....I jus keep on readin other peoplez forums to get an idea...
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Old Jun 9, 2006 | 11:56 AM
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yeah it would probably fit BUT its probably not safe 2......
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