[Z06] tire stagger...again
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Le Mans Master
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tire stagger...again
Has anyone put 255's on the front instead of 275 when they can't get a 265 in the tire they want? Many of the 275's are only .4" different from the 295's, and I don't know if that's enough difference.
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I run a 265 front and I think the rim is already close enough to Jersey potholes. The 275 might be a better choice, I've seen many cars with them in front with no problems. Are you putting 18" rims upfront? What tires are you thinking of? The Vredesteins come in 265 and 295 for 18" rims front and rear.
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Le Mans Master
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Le Mans Master
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To do 275/40's you're going to need 17" front rims, not 18" if that's what you were thinking of. Whatever you decide, make sure your fronts don't have a thicker side wall height than the rears. It looks weird. The stock Z06 tire sizes are like that and I never liked the way it looked. It is very noticeable to me. That's why I went to 18" front and rears.
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Le Mans Master
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From: Morristown New Jersey
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To do 275/40's you're going to need 17" front rims, not 18" if that's what you were thinking of. Whatever you decide, make sure your fronts don't have a thicker side wall height than the rears. It looks weird. The stock Z06 tire sizes are like that and I never liked the way it looked. It is very noticeable to me. That's why I went to 18" front and rears.