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Old Jan 21, 2011, 08:22 AM
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245 tires fit on 17x9?

I have 245/45/17 on my 17x8 rims and i was wondering if i can put the same tires on 17x9 wheels with no problem? Thanks in advance i think i can but just wanna be sure.
Old Jan 21, 2011, 08:24 AM
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Yes, no issues what so ever.
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^ thanks so much just wanted to make sure, expensive mistake if they didnt hahah
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Will the stock advan tires fit on 17x9 wheels?
Old Jan 21, 2011, 08:49 AM
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Have some buddy club qf1s but was afraid the stock tires were to skinny to put on will they fit or too skinny? Thanks in advance.
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245/45/17 is garbage. it's too tall, and if your car is lowered and you do any kind of aggressive driving you will rip all of your fender lining out....ask me how i know.

255/40/17 is the best 17" size for our cars. i've been running that size for 4 years now.
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Thats what i was thinking guys 265s! I'm gonna wait till the advans are bald first. Appreciate the feedback.
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Moved to the 'Evo Tires, Wheels, Brakes & Suspension' forum...You may get some other responses in addition to the very helpful ones posted thus far. Thanks guys

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i ran a 235 on my rota dpt's theyre 17x9. and now im currently runnning 255's
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First off. Yes they fit.

Originally Posted by ODUB
245/45/17 is garbage. it's too tall, and if your car is lowered and you do any kind of aggressive driving you will rip all of your fender lining out....ask me how i know.

255/40/17 is the best 17" size for our cars. i've been running that size for 4 years now.
Secondly, this is wrong. 245/45R17 has been used by dozens of us for the benefit in gearing for AX. I was lowered, still had my liners.

255/40R17 is not the best. That is totally subjective. But they are lower, heavier, and have slower turn in.

What are these tires going to be used for? What tires?
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they will fit
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Will fit but depending on offset and how low you are may have some rubbing issues
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