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Old 06-22-2007, 01:24 AM
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Default Re: Tire size for 17" after lowering 1.1" offset?????

Like I said before....it all depends on the offset of the wheel.
7.5 inches with an offset of 35mm will probably hit, though not hard.

But if it's at least 42mm, then most likely it won't.
I take it you already bought the wheels?

If so, then find out what the offset is.
If not, then start out looking for wheels that are 7 inches wide and with at least a 40mm offset.

Or trade your wheels in for some that have those dimensions.
Only that way can you be sure you'll be safe to encounter a bad dip fully loaded, as you take a turn. Like when you exit a parking lot and turn onto the street.

There isn't much that will make you cringe quite like the sound of your tires tearing the wheel lips up.

And think how upset you might be, to see that your brand new tires have sliced up sidewalls.
Not good.
Trust me....Been there, done that....don't ever want to go back again.
I know you understand.
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