i searched and searched , but i cant find what the widest possible tire you can fit on a 5th gen SE rims is ... the 17in one i believe.

 

thanks for the help guys

 

not 2 b an *** or n e thing ... I don't think the subject u need help on was ever discussed ... I don't recall ... I "think" 8" is safe ... not so sure about 8.5" ... definately know that 9" causes rubbing ....

 

I ran 18x8.5 on my 96 GLE with a 225/40/18. I wished I got 235/40/18 225 was too narrow for a 8.5 rim. I would say it to be safe 18x8.5 on the 2k+. I am in the market to go 18x8.5 with 235/40/18. The offset is critical you get it right.

Mark

 

sorry for the confusion .. i meant that can you fit 245's or even 255's on the 5th Gen SE rims ....

 

i think it was generally agreed that it wasn't safe 2 go wider than 225 but 235 does fit ... i think ...

 

i soudln't go above 225 on a stock 17" rim.. i'm going to run 235-40 18 on my car. (fifth gen) and it'll be fine. in the turbo magazine they ran a 19x9" wide rim and stuck on 275/30 i think.. and they said it rubbed. and then they said it would work if u stuck 265's on there so i'm thnkin' your safe anywhere from 215-255.. i wulda got 245's but i can't afford the tires..