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205/40/16 vs 195/45/16

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Old 10-13-2011, 03:40 PM
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I have a set of 16x7.5 +32 Kosei K1's that I need new tires for.

Now my question is, which tire size would be less likely to rub if I am lowered about 2.5 inches or more all around?

Two of the tires on them now are 205/45 and they rub like heck. The other two are 205/50 and... well, you get the point.

I was leaning towards 195/45, but wanted to get other pepole's opinions before I go and spend $400 on new tires just for them to rub too.

I would also greatly appreciate it if anybody with these tire sizes on these rims can post pictures so I can get an idea of what they would look like.

Hope I'm not asking for too much.

Thanks.
Old 10-13-2011, 05:56 PM
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Default Re: 205/40/16 vs 195/45/16

What kind of car are these wheels going on? Because the car dictates the tire size more than most other factors.
Old 10-13-2011, 06:19 PM
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Default Re: 205/40/16 vs 195/45/16

Originally Posted by toyomatt84
What kind of car are these wheels going on? Because the car dictates the tire size more than most other factors.
I knew I missed something. They are going on a 98 Civic Coupe.
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Default Re: 205/40/16 vs 195/45/16

205's are not really all that wide. Have you already rolled your fenders?
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^No I have not, and am trying to avoid doing so. Lol
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Default Re: 205/40/16 vs 195/45/16

Originally Posted by StylezEJ7
I knew I missed something. They are going on a 98 Civic Coupe.
Well, in all fairness, you're not likely to rub on either tire size... but the tire size that will be less likely for rubbing would be the 195's.
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You can usually rent a roller off of craigslist for about $50 a week. Rent one and get a couple buddies to pitch in and have a fender rolling party. I ended up just buying a roller and rolling a few peoples fenders for $60 a pop. Paid for itself in one month.
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i roll 205/45/16 and dont rub at all with fenders not rolled
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205/40R16 is the narrowest we can do on a 7.5" wheel.
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