C6 Rims - Tire size recommendations needed
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C6 Rims - Tire size recommendations needed
Hey,
Just ordered a set of 17x9 C6 Chrome rims and now need to order the tires... Need some sizing suggestions.... Thanks
vinnie
Just ordered a set of 17x9 C6 Chrome rims and now need to order the tires... Need some sizing suggestions.... Thanks
vinnie
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From: SCMR Rat Pack'r Charter Member..Great Bend KS
While that's a good width on the front, 9" is a little narrow for the rears. If it were mine, I'd put 255/45 on the front and 275/40's on the rear. You could go 275/40's at all four corners.
Larry
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Originally Posted by rocco16
While that's a good width on the front, 9" is a little narrow for the rears. If it were mine, I'd put 255/45 on the front and 275/40's on the rear. You could go 275/40's at all four corners.
Larry
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I know, i would have like to go with larger rim on the rear, but the package price for all 4 was just great.... so if I'm reading you right, there should be no issue with that tire size(s) with my rims (frt & back)
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Originally Posted by vinnies87
Thanks:
I know, i would have like to go with larger rim on the rear, but the package price for all 4 was just great.... so if I'm reading you right, there should be no issue with that tire size(s) with my rims (frt & back)
I know, i would have like to go with larger rim on the rear, but the package price for all 4 was just great.... so if I'm reading you right, there should be no issue with that tire size(s) with my rims (frt & back)
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Originally Posted by Blackhole
Are you going to use spacers since the C6 wheel offset is not correct for the 84 to 87 models? They will sit inboard about 3/4 inch. (56mm less 38mm) could affect you tire choice.
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Originally Posted by vinnies87
The rims are 38mm so direct fit.
