need help on tire size!!!
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need help on tire size!!!
i just purchased a set of gram lights 57c. they are 17 x 7.5. my question is what size tire should i get. 205-40-17 , 215-40-17 or something else???? 
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Re: need help on tire size!!! (nomad_G3 Turbo)
What kind of car (model, version, year)?
If you have a '94-01 GS-R, then you should get 205/40-17. It's the best size for the car (will maintain the accuracy of the speedometer and odometer, and shouldn't rub) and the best size for the rims.
Check out this previous post for information about tire choices in that size.
If you have a '94-01 GS-R, then you should get 205/40-17. It's the best size for the car (will maintain the accuracy of the speedometer and odometer, and shouldn't rub) and the best size for the rims.
Check out this previous post for information about tire choices in that size.
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Re: need help on tire size!!! (doh240)
Yup. The stock size on the '94-01 GS-R (I'm assuming that from your username and e-mail address) is 195/55-15. The outer diameter of 205/40-17 is 0.01 inch (0.05 percent) larger than 195/55-15. Can't get much closer than that! 
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I need help too! I have the same size rims 17" by 7.5 and I don't want low profile tires because I want my tires to look meaty and beefy, can I run 215/45 or 215/50? I don't want my tires rubbing though, any help is appreciated! Thanks in advance guys!
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by KandyInteg99 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I need help too! I have the same size rims 17" by 7.5 and I don't want low profile tires because I want my tires to look meaty and beefy, can I run 215/45 or 215/50? I don't want my tires rubbing though, any help is appreciated! Thanks in advance guys!</TD></TR></TABLE>
Well, the problem is that you're stating conflicting objectives:
- You're using larger, wheels, but you want to show more rubber
- You're asking about using tires whose outer diameter is larger than stock and which are wider than stock, but you don't want to rub
See what I mean?
Most people want to avoid rubbing, and want to keep their odometer and speedometer reasonably accurate. In general, the way to accomplish these objectives is to choose tires whose outer diameter is as close to stock as possible (less than 2 percent difference, and preferably less than 1 percent), and whose treadwidth is no more than 20 mm wider than stock (and preferably no more than 10 mm wider). On a '94-01 Integra with 17" wheels, that means getting 205/40-17 tires, which are almost exactly the same outer diameter as your stock tires. It's not going to give you what you want in looks - more rubber - but frankly, if you want more rubber showing, you should use your original, stock 14" or 15" wheels instead of the 17" wheels. Otherwise, don't worry about how much rubber shows, and just worry about not rubbing - and that means 205/40-17, which is perfect.
As for tires in that size, here are some suggestions:
1. For all-around daily driving with very good performance on wet and dry surfaces (but NOT in snow, which I assume you don't care about, based on your location), with decent treadlife at a very attractive price:
Kumho Ecsta SPT 205/40-17 $66/tire (at the Tire Rack)
Yokohama AVS ES100 205/40-17 $89/tire
I would easily take the Kumho over the Yokohama. They are similar in performance on dry pavement, and the Kumho is better in rain. In other sizes, the price is usually similar. Get the Kumho and save $92 on the set.
2. If you want a bit better performance for more money:
Kumho Ecsta MX 205/40-17 $101/tire
3. For even better performance for still more money:
Goodyear F1 GS-D3 205/40-17 $133/tire (after $40/set rebate through January 21)
4. If you're taking the car to autocrosses or track events, so you need even better performance and you don't mind getting a tire that is going to wear out much more rapidly:
Falken Azenis RT-615 205/40-17 $92/tire from Vulcan
Well, the problem is that you're stating conflicting objectives:
- You're using larger, wheels, but you want to show more rubber
- You're asking about using tires whose outer diameter is larger than stock and which are wider than stock, but you don't want to rub
See what I mean?
Most people want to avoid rubbing, and want to keep their odometer and speedometer reasonably accurate. In general, the way to accomplish these objectives is to choose tires whose outer diameter is as close to stock as possible (less than 2 percent difference, and preferably less than 1 percent), and whose treadwidth is no more than 20 mm wider than stock (and preferably no more than 10 mm wider). On a '94-01 Integra with 17" wheels, that means getting 205/40-17 tires, which are almost exactly the same outer diameter as your stock tires. It's not going to give you what you want in looks - more rubber - but frankly, if you want more rubber showing, you should use your original, stock 14" or 15" wheels instead of the 17" wheels. Otherwise, don't worry about how much rubber shows, and just worry about not rubbing - and that means 205/40-17, which is perfect.
As for tires in that size, here are some suggestions:
1. For all-around daily driving with very good performance on wet and dry surfaces (but NOT in snow, which I assume you don't care about, based on your location), with decent treadlife at a very attractive price:
Kumho Ecsta SPT 205/40-17 $66/tire (at the Tire Rack)
Yokohama AVS ES100 205/40-17 $89/tire
I would easily take the Kumho over the Yokohama. They are similar in performance on dry pavement, and the Kumho is better in rain. In other sizes, the price is usually similar. Get the Kumho and save $92 on the set.
2. If you want a bit better performance for more money:
Kumho Ecsta MX 205/40-17 $101/tire
3. For even better performance for still more money:
Goodyear F1 GS-D3 205/40-17 $133/tire (after $40/set rebate through January 21)
4. If you're taking the car to autocrosses or track events, so you need even better performance and you don't mind getting a tire that is going to wear out much more rapidly:
Falken Azenis RT-615 205/40-17 $92/tire from Vulcan
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by KandyInteg99 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">So are you saying that if I run 215/40 would rub?</TD></TR></TABLE>
They might, they might not. It's especially possible whenever you get a tire that is 20-30 mm wider than stock AND is larger in outer diameter than stock. I wouldn't take the chance. 205/40 will be
They might, they might not. It's especially possible whenever you get a tire that is 20-30 mm wider than stock AND is larger in outer diameter than stock. I wouldn't take the chance. 205/40 will be
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