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Old Aug 14, 2017 | 08:38 AM
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I'm interested to know what is the widest front rim has been fitted to a c3 with standard guard
It looks like a 18x9.5 275/35 will work
Has anyone done this
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front size 17 x9.5 rim fit easy, 10 no problem, depending on correct offset.
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Early C3's (pre-1975) have less room for larger width wheels than later vintage versions because of the lack of flare opening at the rear of the wheel wells.
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This is why I'm looking for the widest wheel I can fit.
I need to get a better grip on the road
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