Tire size question.
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Tire size question.
What tire sizes would you recommend for a 18X9.5 and 19X10.5 combo?
which will be better 275/35/18 and 295/30/19 OR 275/35/18
and 295/35/19
which will be better 275/35/18 and 295/30/19 OR 275/35/18
and 295/35/19
Last edited by Knowme; Jul 9, 2004 at 11:14 PM.
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all the 30 or 35 mean is the aspect ratio of the tire. The aspect ratio is a percentage of the width of the tire that describes the height of the sidewall. a 35 series tire will give you a slightly taller side wall than the 30 series.
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275/35/18 and 295/35/19 will be your best bet. (you did say a 19" rear wheel, but listed 18" tires for them).
The 295/30/19 is too short IMO, but can be used if you run a 265/35/18 on the front.
The 295/30/19 is too short IMO, but can be used if you run a 265/35/18 on the front.
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Use the online tire dimension calculator and decide for yourself. Compare the front and rear sizes you are considering, then compare each against the stock size. You want to strive for roughly equal sidewall height (front vs. rear), and equal or slightly greater OD as compared to stock.
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Originally Posted by Y2Kvert4me
275/35/18 and 295/35/19 will be your best bet. (you did say a 19" rear wheel, but listed 18" tires for them).
The 295/30/19 is too short IMO, but can be used if you run a 265/35/18 on the front.
The 295/30/19 is too short IMO, but can be used if you run a 265/35/18 on the front.
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Very handy
Originally Posted by BW1
Use the online tire dimension calculator and decide for yourself. Compare the front and rear sizes you are considering, then compare each against the stock size. You want to strive for roughly equal sidewall height (front vs. rear), and equal or slightly greater OD as compared to stock.
HTH!
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