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Tire and Rim size question

Discussion in 'General Tech' started by kuball, Dec 11, 2014.

  1. Dec 11, 2014 #1
    kuball

    kuball New Member

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    Hello all,

    I recently purchased a set of rims for my 95 cobra. The rims are 17x9 and the tires I'm currently running are 255/45ZR17. I would like to use these if able, but was worried about the tire height rubbing. Anyone here running this setup able to help?

    thanks,
    K.
     
  2. Dec 11, 2014 #2
    Orange 94

    Orange 94 Moderator Staff SN95 Supporter

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    Moved the thread, this isn't a 94/95 specific engine question.

    I believe the recommend size for 17x9 is 255/40/17. I'd say a 45 is fine... Diameter and circ will be about 4% larger. The sidewalls will be a bit thick. I don't think you'll rub unless youre sitting on the ground.
     
  3. Dec 11, 2014 #3
    kuball

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    Sorry about that. I should have posted in a different thread and specified In the post the car is bone stock as of now.Not lowered or anything.
     
  4. Dec 11, 2014 #4
    mcglsr2

    mcglsr2 Well-Known Member SN95 Supporter

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    Depends on your wheel offset. I am running 17x9 with 22mm offset, with 255/40 R17s, and Cobra brakes on all 4 corners. No significant rubbing - I had a little on my struts up front before I went coi-overs. Otherwise, no rubbing. 45's should be okay - as Orange said, as long as you aren't slammed.