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Apr 7, 2003 | 06:41 AM

ZuCru

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Tire Questions

Hello peoples, I'm new here and was wondering if I could get some help. I have a set of Advan RG rims 17x8.5. I'm getting a set of tires soon, but don't know what size. I've been told that 225/45/17 is ideal, but I'm worried about the side wall being too tall. I'll be lowering the car with Tein S.Tech springs and I will get new struts or shocks when I decide which one to order. I was looking at some cars on this forum and some WRX have 235/40/17s which I love the look. I'm looking at Yokohama AVS sports. Would the 235s be to big? or throw off my speedometer? will I get much rubbing? I don't mind if I have to roll my fenders! Any help would be much apprieciated! Thanx in advance.

Kevin

Apr 14, 2003 | 11:52 PM

HomerJay

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From: Santa Rosa

Car Info: MY00RS25

You're looking at the wrong #. The middle number shows you how tall the sidewall is. the first # is actually the width. Supposedly, 235's are too wide and might cause rubbing. 225's are guaranteed not to rub. And the sidewall height should be 45's but I'm sure 40 series tires should not throw off your speedo too much to be noticeable. Most speedo's are wrong anyways.

Apr 15, 2003 | 05:36 AM

Dexter@tirerack

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From: Warsaw, Indiana

Car Info: 02 WRX Wagon White

Both sizes are recommended on 7.5 - 8" wheels with offset 48 - 52mm, but I'd venture to say the the 235s will rub with the 8.5" wheel. It especially concerns me if you'll be tweaking the camber a bit when you lower it. The 225 is my recommendation.