225/45/R17s or 235/40/R17s

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Feb 20, 2006 | 11:03 AM

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Merlin 91/97

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Keep in mind these are 235s on 17inch rims..... not the OE 16inch

Feb 20, 2006 | 11:35 AM

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Makes no difference. The tire sidewall is your widest point regardless.

Feb 20, 2006 | 11:52 AM

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235 and 245 will clear all hardware at full lock on the steering no problem. MIGHT be getting close at 245, but nothing major.

With a little work, Gordy did 255'* on his 95.

This is for 92-99'*. Not sure about other gens. Rumor has it the 87-91 crowd have a little less room in the wells up front, but the 2000'* have a little more?

255'* fit, but at full stearing lock they rub slightly on the frame protector. In the rear you need to hammer back the welded lips inside the wheel well to avoid puncture on shock compression. Otherwise, those tires handeled awesome!!!!

Feb 20, 2006 | 12:08 PM

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So 255s fit eh?

So 235s should be safe.... as well as 245s?

The wider the better....

Feb 20, 2006 | 12:20 PM

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The wider the better....

Ah.... that brings back memories of wide track Grand Prix commercials.....

Ok, back on topic. Go with the 245s!

Feb 20, 2006 | 12:31 PM

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I have 245-45s
no rub at all

Feb 20, 2006 | 12:38 PM

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I have 245-45s
no rub at all

You're also a G-body.......

I'm going to be ordering these tires online.... you guys 100% sure 245s will fit w/o any rubbing?

I know where most of you live.... so be honest

Feb 20, 2006 | 01:19 PM

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You're also a G-body.......

???? G-Body? His sig says he'* an SLE?

Feb 20, 2006 | 01:22 PM

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You're also a G-body.......

???? G-Body? His sig says he'* an SLE?

I thought all 2000+ were G bodys.... :?

Feb 20, 2006 | 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Merlin 91/97

You're also a G-body.......

???? G-Body? His sig says he'* an SLE?

I thought all 2000+ were G bodys.... :?

they are a G/H

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