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Jul 7, 2007 | 10:49 PM

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20" rims

I thinking of purchasing a set of 20" rims with 295 30 tires installed on a C5 Z06 and putting them on my standard C5. Does anyone have 20's installed on there C5. How will the ride be affected???? Will I notice a difference in the stiffness of a 30 compared to the runflat 40's. What about bending the rims isthis possable?????

Jul 7, 2007 | 11:39 PM

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I'd stick with the 19"...Just my $0.02

Jul 8, 2007 | 12:15 AM

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go with 305/25/20

You will love it

Jul 8, 2007 | 12:20 AM

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I had 19's front, 20's rear on mine for a while. I did notice that the ride was a little harsher and attributed that to the lower sidewall. My rear tires were 285/30ZR20's (Michelin Pilot Sport IIs).

Jul 8, 2007 | 12:23 AM

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Gearing changes or rotating weight changes???

People have suggested rotating weight of larger wheels and gearing changes because of taller tires. Have you noticed any difference in handling or ride?????????

Jul 9, 2007 | 02:17 AM

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if u dont buy the wheels let me know i would be interested

Jul 9, 2007 | 03:41 AM

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go with 305/25/20

You will love it

What brand tire is that? Also what are your opinions on the best tire spec for traction besides downgrading to 19" (I still have them and use them these are for show)

Jul 9, 2007 | 05:54 AM

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What brand tire is that? Also what are your opinions on the best tire spec for traction besides downgrading to 19" (I still have them and use them these are for show)

Continental is the tire brand. As far as traction on 20's, besides going to 19's..345/25/20..mini tubbed

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Jul 9, 2007 | 05:56 AM

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I have 285/30/20's now. didn't notice much of a difference from the run flats I had.

Jul 9, 2007 | 01:16 PM

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What brand tire is that? Also what are your opinions on the best tire spec for traction besides downgrading to 19" (I still have them and use them these are for show)

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