Different width... good or bad

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Old Apr 25, 2011 | 09:13 PM
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Different width... good or bad

I am getting a good deal for mags and tires, but they have different width front and back. here they are : 2 front 225/50 R17 and 2 back #235/50 R17. I dont know if it is a good thing to put them on or should I skip on these. Any help will be appreciated.
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Old Apr 25, 2011 | 09:17 PM
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you can put em on. the rear is going to stick out a bit more though .Itll be like staggered
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Old Apr 25, 2011 | 09:20 PM
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both those tires are of larger total diameter than the OEM 215/50R-17s.
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Old Apr 25, 2011 | 09:30 PM
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But in general is it a good idea to put tires of different width on ?
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Old Apr 26, 2011 | 01:21 PM
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I wouldnt. Find the correct fitting wheels and tires.
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Old Apr 26, 2011 | 09:35 PM
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FWD cars = same width front and rear.
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