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Technical => Suspension/Steering => Topic started by: 50tbrd88 on October 21, 2004, 02:51:33 PM

Title: wheels/tires
Post by: 50tbrd88 on October 21, 2004, 02:51:33 PM
I just got my new turbo coupe rearend installed over the course of the week.  I am now looking for 17'' wheels/tires as my stock 14 inchers wont work.  Will a 17x9 with 245/45/17 tires work without rubbing...and if so can I step it up to a 275?  I'd like a meatier tire if at all possible.  Also I have to keep in mind I put in Steeda springs, of which I bought slightly used and am not sure how much lower the car will be.
Title: Re: wheels/tires
Post by: The Hawk on October 21, 2004, 03:15:33 PM
17 x 9's with a 5.95 backspace. 275's out back and 245's up front will fit.
Title: Re: wheels/tires
Post by: 50tbrd88 on October 21, 2004, 07:15:58 PM
Hey thanks for the feedback.  That's what I had in mind, 245's in front and 275's in the rear.  The wheels I have in mind are the '03 Cobra style ones in 4 lug.  I believe the SVT Cobra's come stock with 275's anyway...I just didn't know for sure if it would all work out with my 'bird.  I love your car btw, been watching it's progress on cardomain for a while!