[sqidd]

Originally Posted by jre8806

and no compromising the sidewall

I'm not trying to start anything here, but...

What qualifies you to make that statement?

[stlwagon]

Originally Posted by Moses

Yeah, I'm still looking for a good place to actually buy a new set of rims/tires from. I'm looking for a set of bullit replica's, 18's. Nice and fat in the rear.
But I can't break the bank on them. would like to keep the set of rims/tires < $1300 if possible.

rolling on stock 2005 17's now w/ 235/55's. I leave WAY too much rubber at every stop light. LOL

I'd appreciate suggestions...

Could somebody post the specs on the wheels that will fit the 05-07s? including correct offset and lug spacing?

thnx,
Mo

I just did new wheels and tires from www.americanmuscle.com.$1300 mounted, balanced, and shipped (including new locking lug nuts)

[Moses]

Originally Posted by Hoodlum

This should help out, imho this is the best calculator because it gives you the best visuals. Its what I used.

http://www.rims-n-tires.com/rt_specs.jsp

Also double check to make sure they dont have the 45mm's

great link. VERY helpful. Thanks!

but Americanmuscle.com doesn't seem to have a 45mm offset spec in the 18x9 bulllit style...

~mo

[Moses]

Originally Posted by stlwagon

I just did new wheels and tires from www.americanmuscle.com.$1300 mounted, balanced, and shipped (including new locking lug nuts)

bullits? if not, which ones? j/c

[stlwagon]

Originally Posted by Moses

bullits? if not, which ones? j/c

Black bullits. 18x10 (275-40-18) in the rear and 18x9 (255-45-18) in the front.

[Moses]

Originally Posted by stlwagon

Black bullits. 18x10 (275-40-18) in the rear and 18x9 (255-45-18) in the front.

ah so.. the same rims i'm looking at!!

I take it you didn't have any problems with the 34mm offset on the 18x9s then? Please say "no". (of course, I want you to tell the truth)

~Mo

[stlwagon]

No problems whatsoever. Fit was perfect as was the wheel balance. When I put them on I was initially concerned about the wheel/caliper clearance. There's just a few mm clearance, but I guess that's all you need.

Can't beat that price!

[stangcrosser]

Originally Posted by jre8806

went to Discount Tire today and looked for some Nittos. THey told me the biggest you can put on a 18 is 295's. But still Stlwagon has a point. I am going to go with 275/45/18 get em put in the rear tomorrow. WIth Dougs new tune its really opened up my car a lot I need much better traction and I think these will do it for me. got some UCA and LCA comin too thanks stlwagon.

I don't think a 295 should be mounted on a 8.5" wheel.

The diameter of the wheel does not limit the width of the tire. The width of the tire needs to be matched to the width of the wheel. A sidewall angle needs to be maintained to assure lateral traction (handling). It’s a matter of performance and safety. Pick a tire that you want and then look up the manufacturer's recommended wheel width for the tire width (255, 275, 295 etc.) that you want. Tire Rack has the data for each of the tires they sell.

[sqidd]

Originally Posted by stangcrosser

I don't think a 295 should be mounted on a 8.5" wheel.

The diameter of the wheel does not limit the width of the tire. The width of the tire needs to be matched to the width of the wheel. A sidewall angle needs to be maintained to assure lateral traction (handling). It’s a matter of performance and safety. Pick a tire that you want and then look up the manufacturer's recommended wheel width for the tire width (255, 275, 295 etc.) that you want. Tire Rack has the data for each of the tires they sell.

Thats what I keep tellin' them (Cartman voice)

[stlwagon]

Just because it fits and holds air doesn't make it right

[sqidd]

Originally Posted by stlwagon

Just because it fits and holds air doesn't make it right

How did we get on the subject of my last date?

Damn threadjacker