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Old Apr 16, 2006 | 08:00 PM
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I need some help. My buddy has some C6 wheels and tires he'll sell me with 7,000 miles on them, but I have a 2000 C5.

What are the consequences of going from 245/45/17 to 245/40/18 in the front and 275/40/18 to 285/35/19 in the rear? Meaning will they fit?

And will the speedometer be affected?

Also, will the tire pressure moniter still work?

Any and all advice is appreciated.

Thanks - Dave
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Old Apr 16, 2006 | 08:08 PM
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First of all..
I don't think "true" C6 wheels will fit on a C5.

They make C6 "style" wheels with the right offsets to fit on a C5, but if they're off a C6, I don't think they will work..

Someone else might have to verify this..
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