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Old Apr 15, 2006 | 01:08 PM
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I noticed someone posted baout changing their tire size on their 17s on their 00+ bonne...but i was wondering what is the max width i can go on a 15x6 wheel? Currently running 205/70/15...i have always wondered what I could go up to without rubbing issues?
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Old Apr 15, 2006 | 01:10 PM
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prolly a 215-225........but I think you may be flirting with disaster with a 225.
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Old Apr 15, 2006 | 01:16 PM
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yeah me too, but you think a 215 would be safe?
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Old Apr 15, 2006 | 02:21 PM
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215-65R15s are factory for that time period, but it depends on your rims. Are they alminum? I think we have guys running 235s on their lesabre T-types.
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Old Apr 18, 2006 | 07:54 PM
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I have Michelin Pilot 225/55/16'* on my 1991 Lesabre. They *almost* rub. *almost*. So im thinking you might have to remove some plastic with 17'* using 225'*. (grin)

I would imagine 215s in the 17 size would be JUST thin enough. But dont quote me on that.
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Old Apr 18, 2006 | 08:12 PM
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I'm running 225/60R16 on the factory ghetto golds instead of the stock 215/60. No issues.
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Old Apr 18, 2006 | 08:22 PM
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i think he'* saying he wants to stick with his 15"*!!!
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