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Old 02-22-2010, 08:26 PM
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I plan on drag racing my c5. I will be running c6 oem wheels on front 245/40/18 and c5 wagon wheels on rear with 255/35/18 nitto 555's. I'm new to drag racing. I just want to know will these size nittos fit properly on rear wagon wheels?Any advice
Old 02-22-2010, 08:35 PM
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You should post this up in the Drag Racing section>>
Old 02-22-2010, 08:44 PM
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Why so narrow? 275 was stock width... You would at least want to go with the normal width, if not wider (and taller).

Or, you could find a used pair of C5Z rear rims, and go 315....

(the tires on the bottom are 245's from a different car LOL)

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These are what you need, price is good, and he is nearby you. Have fun at the track.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c4-p...5-35-17-a.html
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either of these 2 options are good. 255 is too narrow, you won't hook up.
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Thanks guys

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