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Old 05-25-2018, 10:04 PM
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I’m considering getting away from the 17/18 stock setup. I really like the Forgestar F14’s. I’m looking at the 18 x 9.5, 50 mm offsets in front and 18 x 11, 55 mm offsets on the rear.

I’m wondering if because my stock setup was on 245/45/17 (approx 27.5 “ tall), would it benefit me to use a 265/35/18 (approx 25.4” tall) instead of the 275/35/18 (approx 24.8” tall) to keep the tire filled up? I don’t plan to lower it but would like to make sure there isn’t a big gap from tire to wheel well?

Anyone running this setup or have any feedback? Appreciate it in advance.
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Originally Posted by Bmore2OC
I’m wondering if because my stock setup was on 245/45/17 (approx 27.5 “ tall), would it benefit me to use a 265/35/18 (approx 25.4” tall) instead of the 275/35/18 (approx 24.8” tall)
Let me help you out there. Here are the actual heights of the sizes you listed:

245/45R17 = 25.7"
275/35R18 = 25.6"

So, yes, run the 275 up front.
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Originally Posted by FYRARMS
Let me help you out there. Here are the actual heights of the sizes you listed:

245/45R17 = 25.7"
275/35R18 = 25.6"

So, yes, run the 275 up front.
I appreciate it. Sorry dyslexia kicked in there.
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This is with an F14 18X9 44mm offset I think.

And 275/35/18 fronts.


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I previously had 18" front and rear. I used 265/35-18 and 295/35-18. Looked great, no computer issues. Fit well too.
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18x11 et53, 295's all four corners, no issues either and you can rotate them! Car has ridiculous turn in grip and no push...balance is good. C5's need more rubber up front...especially more than 245, that's for sure.

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