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I am Looking for Help choosing tire sizes.

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Old 04-21-10, 04:18 PM
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Default I am Looking for Help choosing tire sizes.

I am ready to purchase new tires. I am looking for some assistance on choosing the best size possible with little or no fender mods if possible? My rim sizes are 20x8.5 35 offset and 20x10 with 45 offset.

I am leaning towards a 245/35 Front and 285/30 Rear tire. Next choice is a 245/35Front and a 275/30 Rear? Any comments would be welcomed. I am looking for the best ride possible and I will be adding coilovers. Thanks.
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275 is in spec for a 10in wide rear. If you want a bit more meat back there to fill the fender or protect against potholes do a 285.

Did you have these wheels before installed with tires?
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275 is in spec for a 10in wide rear. If you want a bit more meat back there to fill the fender or protect against potholes do a 285.

Did you have these wheels before installed with tires?
NO I just got these wheels. I have the factory 18s 245/40 on the car now.
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With those offsets I doubt you would rub much at all if you did a mild drop. When you get those coilovers you may end up shaving the rear's but nothing major. When you finally have everything fitted and at the height you want I would shave only what you feel necessary.
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