I need new tires, I have a 99 with staggered LTW's, the car is stock suspension and I wanted to know if i could get away with 235/40/17F and 255/40/17R, or should I just stick with the stock 225/45 and 245/40 ?

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The 235's are about 1/2" less in overall diameter than your current wheel size so should be ok. the 255's are about 1/4" greater in overall diameter than your current wheel. I would recommend a 255/35 to keep the ratio in overall diameter similar to your current wheels. If you go with the 255/40, you will have a slight greater drop from back to front than you do right now, which probably isn't too big of a deal. The additional 10mm in width should not result in any wheel well rubbing.

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The 235's are about 1/2" less in overall diameter than your current wheel size so should be ok. the 255's are about 1/4" greater in overall diameter than your current wheel. I would recommend a 255/35 to keep the ratio in overall diameter similar to your current wheels. If you go with the 255/40, you will have a slight greater drop from back to front than you do right now, which probably isn't too big of a deal. The additional 10mm in width should not result in any wheel well rubbing.

The staggerd lightweight rim is a 17" by 7.5" width front and 8.5" width in back...

So up front he can run anywhere from a 225/40 (better ride) to a 235/40 (better handing). The 8.5 rear tends to be best with a 245/40 (stock size), the 255/40 may need a fender roll depending on the tire.

Honestly, if you have time, I'd see if you can find a pair of 8.5" LTW rims and run 245/40 all around. Great ride and handling for the street.

But if you had to run it now... I vote a 235/40 up front and 245/40 rear.

hmm thats another thought, thanks

Im thinking of putting 255 in the rears, same size wheel. But not sure if it will rub the fender..

Honestly, if you have time, I'd see if you can find a pair of 8.5" LTW rims and run 245/40 all around. Great ride and handling for the street.

Anyone know if 245/40/17s will rub on a 01 convertible with four stock 8.5s?
Thanks