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Old Mar 29, 2024 | 10:03 PM
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Question, the C6 base model tire size calls for the rear 285 35 19, and I would like to put a little bit wider tires 295 35 19, this tire is 2/10 of an inch taller and 4/10" wider. should I go for it, any advice. thank you
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I thought this was a Papayoyo thread based on the thread title, until I looked and noticed it was a new member. LMFAO.

So to the OP, go for it. 285 and 295 is 10mm difference or .393 of an inch. Your car won't notice it.
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I have 305/35/19's on the rear......fit very well. Nitto 555 G2"s.
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Question, the C6 base model tire size calls for the rear 285 35 19, and I would like to put a little bit wider tires 295 35 19, this tire is 2/10 of an inch taller and 4/10" wider. should I go for it, any advice. thank you
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Originally Posted by jbc1995fb
i thought this was a papayoyo thread based on the thread title, until i looked and noticed it was a new member. Lmfao.

So to the op, go for it. 285 and 295 is 10mm difference or .393 of an inch. Your car won't notice it.
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At what width do you start running into potential issues with the tires hitting the fenders? I have 285's on my base right now as well but next time would not mind going wider as well. I don't want to risk damage though.
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Not funny. Damn I hate those things.
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