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Old Jun 5, 2008 | 10:27 AM
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Quick "Fitment" Question

http://www.discounttiredirect.com/di...4.3&vid=007563

7.5 / 53 offset

The Stickie says that for a 7.5, the recommended size is 45... but then again some others say you can use higher. Simple question, Would they fit?

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Old Jun 5, 2008 | 10:32 AM
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If that offset is really +53, then those wheels will fit like a glove.
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Old Jun 5, 2008 | 10:33 AM
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Follow Up: Couldn't edit in time.
What tire sizes are recommended for this wheel?
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Old Jun 5, 2008 | 10:43 AM
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The sticky means that that is the ideal minimum. Any thing above that to +55 will be your best fitment with the least amount of issues.

The rim specs you posted are ideal. Tire size 225/40
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Old Jun 5, 2008 | 10:51 AM
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Yeah this is what happened to my old rims. Went through enough tires with these netz.
Most were from speedbumps from them nyc roads.
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Old Jun 5, 2008 | 12:59 PM
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Like fsttyms1 said, I would get 225/40/18 as well.
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Old Jun 6, 2008 | 03:06 PM
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^ An alternative tire size is 235/40/18 (which is closer to OEM tire circumference of 215/50/17 tires) but has greater potential to cause rubbing. 225/40/18 has slightly less sidewall protection and more chance for bumpier ride ... 235 is a little grippier / possibly louder / slightly more expensive $ ... pros and cons to either size.
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