What size tires are you running on stock wheels?

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Old Oct 22, 2004 | 04:28 PM
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What size tires are you running on stock wheels?

Wanting to know what size if you changed out the stock tires are people running. Is anybody running a bigger tire than stock on their WRX or STI? I am planning on putting one size bigger than stock on my stock STI wheels. I was thinking 235/40/17..They won't be used all the time I am giving somebody a beater car and he said he would buy me some tires for my stock wheels.
Old Oct 23, 2004 | 09:39 PM
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225/50/16's on my stock wrx wheels. Little bit of a bulge, but a HUGE difference from the old RE-92's.

I'm not sure how wide your stock wheels are, but I'd bet 235's will be fine.
Old Oct 23, 2004 | 10:23 PM
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They are 17x7.5. Hey did you get a chance to get that light out?
Old Oct 24, 2004 | 11:31 PM
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i think i've heard of 240s and 245s on 17's (don't know their width, tho) ..

hope someone can verify this...
Old Oct 25, 2004 | 12:52 AM
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Originally Posted by silver satin
They are 17x7.5. Hey did you get a chance to get that light out?
Sorry dude. I even had to work yesterday AND today until after 7 p.m. both nights. Tuesday looks like the best candidate, as I'll either have it off, or it will be an early day. If I get home late on Tuesday, I'll still pull it for you, as I'll be gone for a little bit after that.

Sorry about the wait. Did you get some tires yet?
Old Oct 25, 2004 | 11:51 AM
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Originally Posted by funkdrmr
225/50/16's on my stock wrx wheels. Little bit of a bulge, but a HUGE difference from the old RE-92's.

I'm not sure how wide your stock wheels are, but I'd bet 235's will be fine.
I'm gonna run that too!

YEAH!
Old Oct 25, 2004 | 01:19 PM
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Yea he ordered some 235/45/17 BridgeStone's...Not sure which ones I don't really care which ones because they will jsut be extra tires.
Old Oct 25, 2004 | 03:50 PM
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255/40/17s


then again....i dont count.


on my max with stock 17x7s i have 235/45/17 kumho MX. fits nicely.
Old Oct 25, 2004 | 04:46 PM
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I'm running 225/50/16 on my WRX stockers as well. I've heard of folks going up to 245 on the STi stockers, but I can't remember the width ratio at the moment... maybe it was 35? Ah, nah, can't remember
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Originally Posted by Choku Dori
I'm running 225/50/16 on my WRX stockers as well. I've heard of folks going up to 245 on the STi stockers, but I can't remember the width ratio at the moment... maybe it was 35? Ah, nah, can't remember
HEY CHoku!

I just ordered that same size today for my WRX Stockers too! Thanks for reminding me that I could go wider!

So excited! Buying the new Fuzion tires for a SUPER SUPER GOOD PRICE!
Old Oct 25, 2004 | 10:14 PM
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bpang1, no prob brah. Glad to be of some service
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Originally Posted by funkdrmr
225/50/16's on my stock wrx wheels. Little bit of a bulge, but a HUGE difference from the old RE-92's.

I'm not sure how wide your stock wheels are, but I'd bet 235's will be fine.
I've got the same thing, totally agree.
Old Oct 26, 2004 | 01:08 PM
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i'm gonna go 225's on my stocks....
Old Oct 26, 2004 | 10:08 PM
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Hi Everyone...looks like you folks have the hook up for tires...I'm in the same boat...2004 STI...looking to get new tires

235x45x17...Looking at the Michelin Pilot Sport...kind of pricey though....$211-$15 rebate / tire = $196/ea including installation, road hazard, and lifetime tire rotation and repair....yes, it is a Costco deal....This deal is good until Oct.31

I would go with the ES100's or similar if the price were good.

Thanks,

Brent
Old Oct 27, 2004 | 11:51 AM
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I'm mainly going with the Fuzions because I'm getting a major hookup because of a fellow i-Clubber (who will remain nameless unless he wants everyone calling him). I also heard good reviews on it.

My main considerations were:
1. Need new tires because they're going bald.
2. Wanted better than the stock tires
3. Wanted wider than the stocks
4. Need tires that will last more than a few months...I have other things to spend my money on



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