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Discussion in 'The Garage' started by dbmblitz10, Mar 5, 2007.

  1. Mar 5, 2007 #1
    dbmblitz10

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    will there be a significant price difference in tires for a set of 18" wheels and tires for a set of 17" wheels?
     
  2. Mar 5, 2007 #2
    95KBGT

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    um alot. thats why i went 17's so i can afford DR's for the rear. if i went 18's id have crap tires.
     
  3. Mar 6, 2007 #3
    gt96stang

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    That is the #1 reason that many people stick with the 17" rims.. If it weren't for the price of tires/great deal i got on my rims, I would have 18" rims in a heartbeat..
     
  4. Mar 6, 2007 #4
    19mustang95

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    yes, but it is soooo worth it to get 18s....
     
  5. Mar 6, 2007 #5
    gt96stang

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    I know, imo, 18" looks so much better than 17".. But I am happy with my DD rims for now
     
  6. Mar 6, 2007 #6
    badass98svt

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    Yup 18" tires are a rip-off
    I paid $260 for each rear tire. They are 295/35 18s
    my fronts are 275/35 18s and cost me about $225 each.
     
  7. Mar 6, 2007 #7
    19mustang95

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    the only reason i would get 17s instead of 18s is if they didnt make the wheels in 18s(10th annis) or if i wanted a wheel that was lightweight to use at the track and to drive daily on.
     
  8. Mar 6, 2007 #8
    97blackgt

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    theres a big difference in proce but its worth it