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Old 01-15-2008, 10:12 PM
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what are the fattest tires i can get for some 17x9.5 wheels and how thick should they be? im just looking for numbers not brands, they arent going to be drags or anything though
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Old 01-16-2008, 08:11 AM
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275/40ZR17 is best. A 285/40ZR17 works too.
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factory wheels are 9 inches wide; right?
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I would stick with 275/40R17's, mainly because they are the right height that you need.
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ok i'll see what the price difference is between the 275 and the 285
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