Can I use 235/55ZR17 on stock 17" wheels?

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Old 07-14-2008, 01:34 PM
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Can I use 235/55ZR17 on stock 17" wheels?

Hey guys, first time posting here. It's about time to get new tires for my 2004 Acura TL (about 32,000 miles on stock... that's normally when you guys changed too right? Man these tires wore out fast for non-performance... but I digress) and I was wondering if anyone has used 235/55ZR17 sized tires on the stock 17 inch wheels. I know the OEM tires are 235/45/17 so I wasn't sure if it would fit.

Specifically, wondering if these Pirelli's will fit.

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....e1=yes&place=0

How will my ride/handling be affected by going to a larger sidewall?

Thanks a lot guys.
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Why would you want that much of a taller sidewall? Apart from looking like a 4X4, you'll throw your speedo way off with an almost 2" diameter larger tire than stock.
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Originally Posted by Ramrodthrusterpuppy
Why would you want that much of a taller sidewall? Apart from looking like a 4X4, you'll throw your speedo way off with an almost 2" diameter larger tire than stock.
Ok. So it's a terrible idea. I just have some tires, pretty much new, left over from a different car and I was just wondering if it would fit. But looking those are two pretty big negatives so I'm gonna pass. Thanks.
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