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Re: Questions about wheel and tire sizes. (archive)
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Posted by Mike Bruns on July 02, 2001 at 09:04:25:

In Reply to: Questions about wheel and tire sizes. posted by Jason S. on July 01, 2001 at 21:53:48:

I have a 525 TDS Touring with factory optional 17" and Sports suspension (slightly lowered)

Front is 17x7 with 235/45-17
rear is 17x9 with 255/40-17

Car looks and drives frist class, no rubbing whatsoever.


I have a 92 525iT. I am looking to put some aftermarket wheels and tires on. I have some questions about what to get.
1. What is the largest/widest tire you can put on an 17" wheel and it not rub anywhere?

2. Same question as above but with an 18" wheel?

3. What is the lug pattern and offset for my car?

4. Does anyone run a slightly narrower tire in the front than in the rear?

I really dont like the superlow profile tires that are on some cars (40 and 35 series). I would think that they would cause a harsh ride.

Thanks in advance,
Jason




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