jdgamble Posted May 18, 2006 Share Posted May 18, 2006 Anybody know the widest tires that will work with the stock 17x7 wheels? I like the stock look, but the 215's just don't look tough enough. Any experiences out there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooby Fan Posted May 18, 2006 Share Posted May 18, 2006 I run 225/45/17 Kuhmo ASX but on 17x7.5 rims:icon_lol: ........looks good...no problems. If you check with http://www.tirerack.com/index.jsp and look in the "Specs" area for various tires you will find that the manufacturers don't recommend anything wider than 225s on 7 inch rims.........if you go wider on 7 inchers you will start to run into sidewall flex issues that will compromise handling and safety. http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b375/RM-RS/SPark2.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AWDpower Posted May 18, 2006 Share Posted May 18, 2006 I have 225/45/17 BFG KDW's on my stock rims, and they fit perfectly. They look great, and are a lot wider then the stock tires. The tire size doesn't tell you everything. Some brands/models run wide at the tread, some skinny. For example, I had a set of Dunlopes that were an inch wider at the tread then the same size Nittos. I think the stock Bridgestones are on the narrow side for a 215. Jason K. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBY Posted May 18, 2006 Share Posted May 18, 2006 Moved to Wheels/Tires. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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