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Old 09-18-2002 | 05:50 PM
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widest tire to fit x7.5

what would be the widest tire i could safely fit on a 18x7.5 ?

do i need x8 for 245's ?

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Old 09-18-2002 | 05:55 PM
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According to what people have used, or tire manufacturer's spec?

Spec says 225/40/18 is maximum, but many here have used 235/40/18.
Old 09-18-2002 | 06:10 PM
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I used 225/40 on my 18x7.5
Old 09-18-2002 | 06:58 PM
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Originally posted by NickStam
I used 225/40 on my 18x7.5
my 245/45/17 Falken Azenis look big on my 17x8, but they work.
you might be able to get away with 235 but definently not 245.
Old 09-18-2002 | 07:00 PM
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235 harold.
Old 09-18-2002 | 07:01 PM
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18 x 7.5 225 looks thin or 235 preferred

18 x 8 235 looks ok or 245 preferred

I tried all of the above.
Old 09-18-2002 | 08:32 PM
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Originally posted by SmokinOdum


my 245/45/17 Falken Azenis look big on my 17x8, but they work.
you might be able to get away with 235 but definently not 245.
Are you happy with the tires?
Old 09-18-2002 | 09:06 PM
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What options would I have on a 17x9 rim? and can we fit it without rub when turning front wheels

thanks again everyone for the help
Old 09-19-2002 | 12:03 AM
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I checked discounttiredirect.com and it says 235
Old 09-19-2002 | 11:06 AM
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i use kuhmo ecsta 712 235/40/ZR18's on my 18x8 snipers and those are the best tire size i could fathom putting on these wheels.
Old 09-19-2002 | 01:49 PM
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My 235-40s look perfect on my 17x7.5... no sidewall slanting in or outward. Sidewalls are vertical.
Old 09-19-2002 | 02:16 PM
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Originally posted by 97GLE


Are you happy with the tires?
I love these tires.
The even do very well in the rain.
After I put them on I ran my friends supercharged prelude and only lost by 1/2 car till 90.
I plan on taking my car to the track on friday. I dont see any reason for me not to pull consistent 2.1 60fts
Also if you get these, keep in mind that are HUGE for a 245. They measure out to be near 255's.
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