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09-28-2005, 11:27 PM #1
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Light Metallic Pewter- 2001 Camaro Z28
Tire Size Question 245/50 to 255/50
I'm thinking about going to larger 255/50s from the stock 245/50s.
Is this a good idea and what is the best brand to go with. Also is handling or anything else affected by switching to the wider tire?
Thanks
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09-29-2005, 03:57 AM #2Rhino21149GuestOriginally Posted by Cachels1
Handling might be better or worse-probably depends on the make a grade of tire more than the size with this slight change.
I think you'd be better to go to something wider with a different aspect ratio, say a 275/45 or 40 or some combination that is noticeably wider but with a smaller aspect ratio so it has the same overall rolling diamter. you could talk to the guys at tireRack about what would work out well - they have all those #s at their fingertips and you'll probably get the tires there for less than anywhere else.
When my 98 was new I switched out the original 16" tires and wheels for 18's with 275x40, I believe, a lot wider and the exact same rolling diameter. That made a big difference in handling, and stopping distances, too.
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09-29-2005, 09:02 AM #3
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I would like to switch to 275's & 17" rims, but cant afford it. Is there anyone out there who has 255/50 tires?
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09-29-2005, 10:02 AM #4
check tirerack and discounttiredirect
search by size not by vehicle
and if handling is important look for a Z rating with a stiff sidewall
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09-29-2005, 06:30 PM #5quicky06Guest
i have 255 45 17 on my rears and 235 45 17 on the front cuz the 55's wouldnt fit
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09-30-2005, 04:17 PM #6
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It is possible to find 245's that have a tread width of a standard 255. Look closely @ the tire information & you will find that some brands run wider than average on certain models. I did this w/ my 17's, found a 245 tire with a standard 255 tread width (not tire width, but, tread width).
If you still want a true 255, then you will likely find a greater slection in the 255/45 or 255/40 ratio than in the 255/50 ratio. Good-luck with your search.
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