Need front tires, What size is best?
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Le Mans Master
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St. Jude Donor '07
Need front tires, What size is best?
I'm currently running Goodyear ST 245 60 15 on the front. Will 255's work? I'm running Goodyear RH 255 60 15 in the back.
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Re: Need front tires, What size is best? (Budman78)
I use 255/60 R15 Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 on the front and rear. The front tires will rub slightly during a full lock turn.
I used to use 255/60 R15 Goodyear Eagle GT+4 and they did not rub at all. There may be slight differences in actual tire size from one manufacturer to another.
I used to use 255/60 R15 Goodyear Eagle GT+4 and they did not rub at all. There may be slight differences in actual tire size from one manufacturer to another.
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Re: Need front tires, What size is best? (MIKER)
I had slight rub in certain turns with 255/60/15 goodyear, now have 245s on front like you. Budman, know anyone who needs 2 215/65/15 "H" rated BFGs, new never mounted. $100 for both. :cheers: Any gettogethers in the future in dallas? :D
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Re: Need front tires, What size is best? (Budman78)
I have Firestone Firehawk SS20's (P255 60 R15)(Not shown in picture). I did have a problem with the front tires rubbing.
One reason for these tires rubbing is a worn out suspension, like mine was. Excessive play in a worn out suspension will allow the tires to shift enough to rub during a sharp turn. Once I had the front suspension rebuilt and aligned, the rubbing problem was gone. After all, P255 60R15 size tires was an option from the factory.
In my opinion, I see no need for a tire larger than P255 on the front. The rear tires are where the traction is needed.
One reason for these tires rubbing is a worn out suspension, like mine was. Excessive play in a worn out suspension will allow the tires to shift enough to rub during a sharp turn. Once I had the front suspension rebuilt and aligned, the rubbing problem was gone. After all, P255 60R15 size tires was an option from the factory.
In my opinion, I see no need for a tire larger than P255 on the front. The rear tires are where the traction is needed.
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Le Mans Master
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Re: Need front tires, What size is best? (88'Cubka)
Lt1driver-I'll ask around about the tires. Adam is planning another luncheon soon. I'll keep you posted.
