Looking for 17" wheels with lots of tires

02-26-2005, 07:31 AM

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Looking for 17" wheels with lots of tires

Im not sure if anyone has put in 17's yet. But what would be the ideal size tires? Thanks.

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02-26-2005, 08:01 AM

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I'm running 255/40x17 Kumho MX with a two inch drop and no problems, other than ground clearence.

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02-26-2005, 08:29 AM

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Do you have any pics?

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02-26-2005, 10:56 AM

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https://www.rx8club.com/attachment.p...chmentid=39642

I dropped the rear another .75 inches after the pics and it looks much better.

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03-03-2005, 01:25 AM

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17x8?

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03-03-2005, 12:26 PM

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17x8?

Yes. That's the widest 17" Kosei K1 TS that Tire Rack sells. 245s would give you a straighter sidewall, but my girlfriend drive my 8 every now and then so I kind of like the extra curb protection from the 255s.

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03-03-2005, 12:30 PM

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what about OZ superleggera...I like the looks and price is afordable

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