Tire size Question

[InCoGNiTo]

hey
I have a 2G AWD and my tires are getting very worn.
I can pick up a set of 235/45/17s for almost nothing, but something tells me there not going to fit.
will these fit on my stock 17's with no rubbing ? or am I out of luck ?

 

[wret]

They might just fit depending on the brand of tire but 235's are too wide for a 7 inch wheel.

 

[beating4g63s]

yes does anybody know for sure about this. cause I have 17 gsx rims, and have brand new tires that are 235 sitting that I got for free, and I'm running right now on 215 don't really care if it makes the ride worse just need to get around for right now. thanks.

 

[jtmcinder]

Stock 17s are only 6.5" wide, so I would forget about 235s.

Tires and wheels are a package. They must work together. If you want 235s, then you need at least 7.5"-wide wheels, preferably 8".

- Jtoby

 

[DG-FNR]

It really depends on the tire. Not all "235" tires are really the same width.

I have run up to a 245 on a stock 6.5" wheel (although it took a spacer to keep the tire from rubbing) Not recommended for street use, but possible.

If you have the budget for wheels, I'd try mounting the tire on a stock wheel and see how it looks. If the sidewalls are too pinched inward, then buy the wider wheels. If not, then lucky you.

Even if they are a little pinched, for short-term use, you'll be fine.

DG

 

[boostdevil]

I had toyo proxes 235/45/17's on my awd talon with no rubbing or problems at all

 

[2gredspyder]

right now i have 235/45/17 and they dont rub at all.