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what tire size should I be running for 7X17?

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Old 07-10-2003, 06:20 PM
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Question what tire size should I be running for 7X17?

I just installed my 993 rims and noticed that the fronts have 225/45/17 tires. The stock was 225/50/16. Are the new sizes ok? Backs are 255/40/17 but I believe these are fine....

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I think 225/50-17's is a little larger in diameter, so you may need to go with 225/45-17's, if they make such a tire, in order to have the same circumference as your stock tires.

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A 225/45 17 front is the correct match for a 255/40 17 rear. Just mount them on your car as is and enjoy.
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Cool thanks Mike.....
Z-man, the fronts are 225/45 so I guess I am good to go.

These 993's look sweet...now what to do with my Club Sports.....anyone have Club Sports painted or powder coated white with a Silver Rose car? That may be a good looking combo....what do you think?
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993 cups do look sweet. Almost bought a set off a fellow racer/DEer at the Glen this past weekend.
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Mike, love your car/wheels...sent you a response...



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