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Old Feb 4, 2005 | 04:14 PM
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What are the largest tire sizes I can install on a '04 Vert with Z06 Motorsport wheels (17x9.5 front, 18x10.5 rear) without interference? My Vert has been lowered on the stock bolts/bushings.
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I have nitto 305/35/18 in back & 275/40/17 in front. They fit/look great
in my opinion. Scott
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Is there any truth about going more then 3% over the OEM design diameter of the stock tires...Braking or ABS problems?
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Originally Posted by SudburyC5
Is there any truth about going more then 3% over the OEM design diameter of the stock tires...Braking or ABS problems?

I heard if you keep the revs/mile of the fronts and rears within 5-7% of each other, there are no ABS or traction control issues.

Can anyone confirm this?
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I have nitto 305/35/18 in back & 275/40/17 in front. They fit/look great
in my opinion. Scott
Do you have any traction control, ABS, or rubbing issues?
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I have repro Z06 rims with Kumho mx tires. 295/35/18 rear. 285/40/17 front. No problems at all.
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Originally Posted by ThissenW
Do you have any traction control, ABS, or rubbing issues?
I'm running 295/45/18 on the back 9.5 stock rims, stock fronts, no ABS/Trac problems. But they do occure on some cars with more than 95% difference in tire height.
Yes, there is a slight rubbing problem. **** is jacked up about 3/4" above stock, still can raise more. Unbelievable traction, can't break 'em loose unless I dump the clutch.
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