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Old Jun 1, 2005 | 11:34 AM
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I'm looking to replace my rear tires (run flats) with a set of Nitto 555 Drag Radials. If I keep my stock rims (5 spoke, 2000, 18") what size tire should I go with? I have alot of low end torque and vist the track only 2-3 times a year. Do I go wide? Would 305/35/18 work or would they bubble out since they would be over an inch wider then my run flats? I plan to keep my stock run flat on the front (17) until another time. The 555R have been out for a while, I'm still not sure about the R2's.
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On a 9.5" rim, Id go with a 275/40/18 or a 285 if they make it. I have the 305 on my Z06 and I think it'd be too wide for a 9.5" rim.
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My friend has 305 on his thin spokes they do bulge a little but fit and hook like a son of a gun. Nice tires.
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I think the 285/35R18s would be your best choice.
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Thanks for the Feedback so far!
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Will his suspension/handling be OK with mismatched front/rear tires??


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Will his suspension/handling be OK with mismatched front/rear tires??


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The 285/35s have the nearly the same diameter as the stock tires so there is no adverse effect in using them.
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