Low Profile Tires on Stock 18's

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04-10-08, 09:28 PM

Pivo154

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Low Profile Tires on Stock 18's

Would it be safe to get some thinner or lower profile tires than the stock IS tires? Id like to use the Tein S springs & get some lower profile tires, is this safe to do?

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04-10-08, 10:39 PM

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you can stick w/ oem-sized tires w/ s-techs. i do, and i have no problems.

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04-10-08, 11:08 PM

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I wouldnt go any smaller than stock... no need to. With stock tires/wheels and lowering springs, you wont rub.

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04-11-08, 12:53 AM

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There is no way that is safe, you will blow your car up if you go with smaller tires.

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04-11-08, 07:14 AM

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don't put a smaller OD tire on than stock, it will throw off your speedo and look silly. if you want a small low profile tire, do it right and buy some 19" wheels and tires to go along with your new suspension..