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Old Jan 8, 2006 | 10:08 PM
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Just got some 18/9.5 fronts and some 19/10s for the back dont really like low sidewall tires like the bigger side wall what is the best size tires to run thanks
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Old Jan 8, 2006 | 11:02 PM
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Not to sound like a a$$ but why did you plus size your wheels then? If you want to go to a larger wheel the tires will have to be lower profile to maintain proper height.
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Old Jan 9, 2006 | 07:38 AM
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I won the wheels i like the new rims just dont want to dent a rim on bump or pot hole just trying to make a good tire choice .
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Old Jan 9, 2006 | 09:26 AM
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Fronts won't be a problem, but there aren't many choices in 19s. 305/30-19 looks like a pretty good choice -- OD = 26.2", versus 26.66 stock; sidewall height = 3.6" versus 4.33" stock.
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