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Old 08-08-2007, 12:35 PM
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Do you think it is safe to put a 285 tire on a stock 98 WS6 17" rim? Car came w/ 275's.
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Old 08-08-2007, 09:41 PM
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Running 285/40/17 Firestone Firehawk Wideovals on all 4 stock '2000 WS6 rims . They hook well for a rain tire . Fit no problem . Yes its safe .
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Per tire manufacturer's specifications it is not recommended. A 275/40ZR17 is the widest tire recommended for a 17" x 9" wheel.
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Just out of curiosity, what is the safety reason and other reasons for fitting tires smaller or bigger than the recommended value.
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A 285 is fine on a 9" wheel, no matter what anyone says. Myself and three of my buddies have been running 285 BFG on our rears for years....
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Old 08-11-2007, 05:25 PM
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I've ran 285's front & rear on my 17x9's for 5+ years, never any issues.
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I have 285 F1GSD3's all around on mine. I had to do a small hammer mod on the rear, but very minor.
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Yeah 285 will be fine.Ive ran a 275 on a 8 inch wheel before...And 32of32 you have a sick *** car
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