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Old 02-26-2008, 02:37 PM
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How wide can I go on a 8 inch rim? Is a 255 safe/ possible? Thanks
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Old 02-26-2008, 02:39 PM
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ive seen a 255 on a 7" rim! oh yeah it looked like hell though. Im running 245's all around on 8" rims and they are excellent- im sure 255 would fit but may look alittle bubbled depending on the tire.
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Old 02-26-2008, 02:50 PM
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Check with the tire manufacturer. For example Toyo has a chart for their RA1 tires as seen here http://www.hmsmotorsport.com/docs/To...Size_Chart.pdf. It shows the range of tire sizes suitable for specific wheel sizes.
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Yes, 255's are fine...my RSA came from factory like that.
I've run 275's on an 8" rim and it's slightly an over-tire situation, but works out alright.
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Old 02-26-2008, 03:26 PM
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Tire Rack also shows recommended wheel widths for all sizes of tires. See Specs pages.
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Old 02-27-2008, 12:08 AM
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It's too wide for the rim, if you ask me; sub-optimal handling
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Old 02-28-2008, 04:11 AM
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What diameter wheel are we talking about?

For 16x8 I think 245 is the sweet spot.
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I would recomend 225 or 245's. You might be able to get by with larger, but I don't think it is worth it.
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I have 8" fuchs in the rear and 245/45/16 fit perfect. It came with 225/50/16 stock.
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