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Old 08-29-2009, 07:52 PM
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Default tire sizes for 16x8 and 16x7 wheels

Are these the normal sizes or should I use a different size.
16x8 = 225/50R16
16x7 = 205/55R16

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Old 08-29-2009, 09:29 PM
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those are the normal sizes for street set-up. You can go 245/45/16 R & 225/45/16 F fo ra track and/or AX set-up.
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I recommend 225/245 personally.
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It doesnt matter if your just on the street. Its just extra money for the bigger sizes usually.
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Wait is this for the 951 or the NA?
If it is the NA go for the 205/225.
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Originally Posted by Dougs951
Wait is this for the 951 or the NA?
If it is the NA go for the 205/225.
it's for a 951 for winter tires
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Winter tires are better when skinnier.

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Dedicated winters? Then get a dedicated winter tire.
Old 08-30-2009, 12:33 AM
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Originally Posted by ehall
Winter tires are better when skinnier.
+1 - skinnier is better if you're going to do a winter only setup.



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