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Old Dec 12, 2007 | 05:57 PM
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my parents just orderd me 17 by 9.5 corvette rims. what size tire do i need (i have 2" drop.and im buying my own tires) do i need my fenders rolled or spacers of anykind? basically what im asking is what do i have to do to put these on my car? what is a good tire that u guys recommend (kuhomo, bf goodwrench, mickeys etc.)
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Old Dec 12, 2007 | 06:00 PM
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im running 275/45/17's fits fine even with my lowering. no rub. most would say go with 40's but i like more side wall to absorb the bumps more
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275/40/17's...I want BDGoodrich KDW's..but thats just my personal preference...man I hate my ex wife for costing me money
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Old Dec 12, 2007 | 09:12 PM
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...man I hate my ex wife for costing me money

haha that sux. she should have to pay u for making ur life hell
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well i got the rims today now i need to order the tires(myself) im on a very strict budget can someone pm (if non sponser) with cheapest to buy tires online. i would like bfg or kuhmos
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I would go with 275/40/17's and run BFG KD or KDW.
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whatever you do get BFGS....id got 247/40/17s....
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Old Dec 25, 2007 | 10:28 AM
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Look up Falkins or Nittos on Discount tire direct or coopers zions. They're good tires for the price.
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well i got the rims today now i need to order the tires(myself) im on a very strict budget can someone pm (if non sponser) with cheapest to buy tires online. i would like bfg or kuhmos
If you're on a budget, and don't mind which brand tires, I suggest a visit to Pep Boys. They carry performance tires with the size 275/40-17 and at a very affordable price. Hope this help,good luck.
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Old Dec 25, 2007 | 09:40 PM
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I have heard nothing but good things about the Fuzion ZRi's. I'm going to be getting those pretty soon. From what i heard, they hook up really well, and for 105 bucks a tire, its pretty good for the quality. Do some research on these tires, im serious.
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