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Old Apr 3, 2004 | 01:42 AM
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I'm about to upgrade to Z06 size rims on my 2001 Coupe, but I'm having trouble finding a front/rear package. Some companies make fronts, but not back or vise-versa. Can anyone give me some ideas?
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Old Apr 5, 2004 | 12:36 PM
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Anyone? :confused:
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Old Apr 5, 2004 | 06:06 PM
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I've got Michelin Pilot Sports on the Coupe:
265/40-17 Front
295/35-18 Rear
Try the Tire Rack (or another supporting Forum Vendor) for the best deals! :thumbs:
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Old Apr 5, 2004 | 07:09 PM
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OEM are Good Year F1's......many folks go with Kumho or Toyo.....be advised, I saw a post earlier today that Kumho is having a recall...

I just put the Michelin Pilot Sports on and love 'em.......except for the $$ :eek: .......much better tire on wet pavement
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Old Apr 6, 2004 | 12:05 AM
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I don't believe you have to go with the exact tire dimensions that are OEM. You can go 5 or 10 mm wider. Do a search in the forum, I have seen other posts regarding this issue.

But, don't take my word for it. Ask around.

Good luck.
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Old Apr 6, 2004 | 04:53 PM
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I was looking at this wheel and tire package from Corvette Garage for my 02.
Front 19x10 (275/30/19), Rear 19x11 (295/35/19) With Michelin Pilot Sport tires.

:steering: :cheers: :steering:
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Old Apr 7, 2004 | 04:35 PM
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Thanks for all the info guys :cheers: I think I've made up my mind on the tires. Now all I need to do is find chrome valve stems and lugnuts :lol:
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Old Apr 7, 2004 | 05:20 PM
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I'm window shoping the Toyo Proxes T1-S
Front: 265/40-17 280AA A Y 96 BW $185.99 [241750]
Back: 295/35-18 280AA A Y 99 BW $274.99 [241660]

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