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Old Sep 15, 2012 | 02:57 PM
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Default How wide can I go?
I have a 2003 convertible and I want the widest rim/tire possible without having to do a mini tube or change my fenders. What will fit?
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Old Sep 15, 2012 | 03:26 PM
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11" with a 305 tire, should not stick out.

18x11 or 19x11
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Old Sep 15, 2012 | 04:05 PM
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agreed^^^^ most go that route.
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11" with a 305 tire, should not stick out.

18x11 or 19x11
Awesome! Thats what I needed to know
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19x11 345/30/19 NT05Rs, no tub and no rubbing







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Wow thats a wide tire! I think i am going to stick with a 18" rim though.
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19x11 with 305's on the rear
18x9.5 with 275's on the front

Michelin PSS non-run flats.


Transforms the car completely in terms of looks, handling, ride, & noise.

Unquestionably the best mod I've made to my 2002 vert.
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I have 2009 z06 spyder rims on the rear and fronts on 2002 z06
The rears are 325/30/19
I prolly wouldn't go much large than that
I'll post new pics soon
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