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Old Apr 11, 2014 | 09:16 PM
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I have been told I can run a C5Z06 rear 18X10.5 wheel with a 315/30/18 drag radial and it will fit under a Rear widebody fender okay. Before I bite the bullet and buy tires, I want to make sure they look okay. Does anyone run this size and if so, can you post a pic please? It is just for the track and not normal street usage.

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I have been told I can run a C5Z06 rear 18X10.5 wheel with a 315/30/18 drag radial and it will fit under a Rear widebody fender okay. Before I bite the bullet and buy tires, I want to make sure they look okay. Does anyone run this size and if so, can you post a pic please? It is just for the track and not normal street usage.

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That tire is almost an inch and a half shorter than your stock rear tires. If you don't run a shorter front tire, it's going to drive your traction control nannies completely batsh!t crazy.
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Unless you have 550+ rwhp that tire is not your best choice. Try 275/40x17 on C5Z06 fronts or any other 9.5 x17 wheel.
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