From what I've read the 17" Wheels on the 2000 SE are 7" however the local tire guy said they're 7.5 and that I can go to a 235/45-17 on the wheel. So what is it? 7" or 7.5"? I need new tires to get me through to september when my lease is up and I don't want to put RE92 if I don't have to. The only other option seems to be the Michelin but they cost a fortune.

Anyone?

Paul

 

Go to another tire guy. The one you're dealing with doesn't know what he's talking about. The stock SE rims are 7" wide. And you should NOT mount 235/45R17 tires on them.

I'd suggest you consider Nitto 450s in 225/50R17. They run a little over $100 a tire.

 

Correct the rim is a 17x7 for the stock SE rims. There are people that have 235/45/17 and even 245/45/17, its not recommended but quite a few people here have them. I have a 245/45/17 on 1 rim since I had a flat, and it has worked fine no problems what so ever, but then again to each his own.

 

It's not recommended for the following reasons:

1. Because it's not safe. (See the discussion under RIM WIDTH in the following article: http://www.dunloptire.com/tiretech/?...tire_width.txt.)
2. Because it voids the tire manufacturer's warranty in the event of tire failure.
3. Because your auto insurance company may not honor your policy in the event of a tire-failure-related accident.

Don't say you haven't been warned.

 

Does this apply to the 2K2 too? thx

 

To the best of my knowledge, yes. But check with your dealer to be certain.