How wide a tire for my 17-in wheels?

[Boxtaboy]

Interesting. Stock set up on the 17s is 205/50 fronts with 255/40 rears. On the fronts, I was considering going from to the 225/45 size, as many folks have done this to reduce understeer, and keeping the rear tire sizing the same. Sounds like there isn't much benefit from doing this though.

[Sammy]

I'd say go for spacers if all you're trying to do is move the wheels out a little.

[racer_d]

Originally Posted by Sammy

I'd say go for spacers if all you're trying to do is move the wheels out a little.

Agree. If its only for cosmetics, I would look for either adaptors or spacers to "push the wheels" out in the fenders. If you are looking to enhance performance, then a jump to wider rims and tires would do much better than simply "larger tires". This can get $$$$ when new/replacement wheels are the direction you choose.

The widest tires for the stock 7 and 8.5" rims are likely 225/275. But a 225/255 would provide a better "balanced" feel.

[socratic]

Thanks for the tire advice guys.

Any thoughts on the thickness of spacers permitted? Front? Rear?

[huzzah !]

The anniversary model used a 5mm spacer I believe. Which is subtle but does give you a lil' something.

Combine that with a slight bump in tire width where it needs it. I'd go for the 225 45 up front, stick with the 255 out back. And maybe fit some of the shorter ROW springs to lower your stance and you should get that more aggressive look you want without too much compromise.

And then of course you should driver faster. That's the best way to get that more aggressive look, with more aggressive action.

jh

[lwc]

I've used 7mm front and 14mm rear for a couple of years now and have been very happy with the results.



Be advised that my manual states that using 17mm on the rear axle will not allow the spare tire to fit without first removing the spacer . . .

[socratic]

Originally Posted by lwc

I've used 7mm front and 14mm rear for a couple of years now and have been very happy with the results.



Be advised that my manual states that using 17mm on the rear axle will not allow the spare tire to fit without first removing the spacer . . .

Thanks lwc.

What brand were your spacers and how much did it cost?