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Old Aug 6, 2006 | 11:07 AM
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Searched, but did not come up w/the answer I need.

My rear tire size now: 275/40/18

Discount tire direct does not make Nitto 555R Drag Radials. I definitely need drag radials, my continental’s spin like crazy.


What are some other options?

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Jason
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Old Aug 6, 2006 | 11:10 AM
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If you want to run a 17" wheel, I have brand new 17x9.5 chrome thinspokes with new BFG drag radials 275/40/17 mounted that I am selling.. I have (4) rims/tires..
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Old Aug 6, 2006 | 11:12 AM
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If you want to run a 17" wheel, I have brand new 17x9.5 chrome thinspokes with new BFG drag radials 275/40/17 mounted that I am selling.. I have (4) rims/tires..
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Not really...I would like to stick with whats on the car now, thanks though.
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Old Aug 6, 2006 | 12:25 PM
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i'd see if you can squeeze a 305 nitto on there. That'd look good. I know they fit Z06 wheels, not sure on the factory wheels
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Old Aug 6, 2006 | 01:06 PM
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Originally Posted by 5W0P3
i'd see if you can squeeze a 305 nitto on there. That'd look good. I know they fit Z06 wheels, not sure on the factory wheels


Unless someone knows already. I can't buy the tires, then try to install them. So, does anyone know if I can?

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http://www.discounttiredirect.com/di...tion&tc=NITHV4 dont see why the 285's wont fit
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Originally Posted by keith954
that's what'd i'd do on that wheel (i was thinking 305 would be to wide)
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Originally Posted by keith954

So, 285/35/18 will fit on my rim?
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Originally Posted by BlownZ
So, 285/35/18 will fit on my rim?
easily!

i used to have a chevy 2500HD, they put little 245's on it... i moved up to 305's
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Originally Posted by 5W0P3
easily!

i used to have a chevy 2500HD, they put little 245's on it... i moved up to 305's

Cool, Thanks!
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Has anyone heard of these tires:


http://www.discounttiredirect.com/di...31&rd=18&ar=35


They are 275/35/18...so I think they would still fit, right???


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Has anyone heard of these tires:


http://www.discounttiredirect.com/di...31&rd=18&ar=35


They are 275/35/18...so I think they would still fit, right???


Thanks,
Jason
I personally would probably go with the Nitto's in your case. They'll last longer and get SOME wet traction. Those wont get any.
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