17x8 or 17x8.5 - what size tires for each? (was: I have a question)

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Old Jan 17, 2007 | 01:33 AM
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Talking I have a question ! !

I'm going to get a set of new rims, 17x8 or 17x8.5, if I get 17x8 i sure will get some 235/45/17 tires but if i get 17x8.5 then i will need some 245/45/17, but will the tires rub my front or rear fender? any suggestion ??
Old Jan 17, 2007 | 03:00 AM
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you can get 245/45/17 on 17x8 also.... roll ur fenders if they rub

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Old Jan 17, 2007 | 09:47 AM
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Old Jan 17, 2007 | 09:48 AM
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you can get 345/45/17 on 17x8 also.... roll ur fenders if they rub
i dont think 345s will fit on 17x8 .. :P
Old Jan 17, 2007 | 09:54 AM
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Old Jan 17, 2007 | 10:15 AM
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isnt 245/45/17 too tall? i thought people ran 245/40/17? i could be wrong tho..
Old Jan 17, 2007 | 10:24 AM
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245/40-17 is the right size.. i have those on my 17 x 8 tourques
Old Jan 17, 2007 | 12:44 PM
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yeah 245/40/17 is the size you want those are a touch shorter that stock, you dont want to run anything taller than stock if you have a 5 spees since your gearing is already tall. Im running 255/40/17s on 17X8.5s which is a bit taller but i have a JDM 6-speed so Im looking for a little more gear
Old Jan 17, 2007 | 12:45 PM
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Old Jan 17, 2007 | 09:51 PM
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Do i have to roll my fenders if i run 245/40/17 ?
Old Jan 17, 2007 | 11:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Sugo571
Do i have to roll my fenders if i run 245/40/17 ?
shouldnt have to unless your car is way low.. im h&r springs and im not even close to rubbing
Old Jan 18, 2007 | 01:14 PM
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thx for the advice ~
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