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Old 01-08-08, 07:13 PM
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Default What size tires to get for 19's?

What size tires do I get for 19x9 (front) and 19x10 (rear)? I want the rears to have a moderate stretch. If any wheel master can help me out, it would greatly be appreceated!
Old 01-08-08, 09:47 PM
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Really depends on the offsets of the wheels. What kind of wheels did you get?
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with very conservative offsets, that i have, i'm on 245's on 8.5's in the front, and 275's on 10's in the rear. all my friends are saying i should get 285's for the rear. but if i lower any more, i'm afraid i will scrape the black fender pc in the well.

o and btw, i'm not one to drive stretched.

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Old 01-08-08, 10:25 PM
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Any stretch (moderate to extreme) on a wheel that doesn't require it will look out of place. Just because a conservative wheel fitment (w/ stretch tires) will look more conservative because of the extra gap it creates. If you still want a stretched look, 235/35/19 and 265/30/19 with rounded edges (like Falken) will give you the look you might be looking for.

It would look something like this.
Old 01-08-08, 10:26 PM
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I have a 265 on my 10 inch wheel


43 offset ..


best shot I could find for you of mine .. I cut most of the pic out to focus on the wheels and tire

BTW I have been driving on the freeway alot and haven't bent wheels ... just dont hit pot holes on purpose .. and you'll be fine , If you decide to get stretch
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I love antbo's GS. Or his old GS. I wish my front fenders could look that clean.
Old 01-08-08, 10:55 PM
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+1 with v8_Aristo. I think 235/35 up front and 265/30 in the rears should give you a nice moderate stretch for 9" and 10" widths.
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The wheels that I am getting are polished Amistad S's in:

Front 19x9 +40 offset S-low disk
Rear 19x10 +38 offset S-low disk

They don't come with tires so I was wondering what tires to get for them. I am SLAMMED on HKS Hypermax RS's so these will tuck well, but wanted a bit of a stretch in the rear. The whole offset and tire size thing gets me a little confused sometimes. I know the look I'm going for, but need the help to get there. Thanks V8 Aristo and Sleeper. As soon as I know the sizing, the sooner I can order the tires.
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19x10 +15 235/35/19 (camber is a little to postive in this pic..it tucks more now)



19x10.5 +23 245/35/19 (his on air and this is at stock height...it cambers in as it's lowered)



19x10 +24 235/35/19



19x10 +24 245/35/19
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I have 19x8.5 +35 and 19x10 +35, with 235/30's and 265/35's and its pretty good. Im thinking of 3mm spacers up front to make it more flush. Otherwise, it doesnt run or anything.
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Originally Posted by Neo300
Front 19x9 +40 offset S-low disk
Rear 19x10 +38 offset S-low disk

I am SLAMMED on HKS Hypermax RS's so these will tuck well, but wanted a bit of a stretch in the rear. Thanks V8 Aristo and Sleeper.
With those offsets and the fact that you are slammed, 235/35 and 265/30 should clear no problem. For the rears, all you might have to do is remove the metal/rubber fender lining trim. It's only 4 screws so it's real simple.
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Originally Posted by Neo300
The wheels that I am getting are polished Amistad S's in:

Front 19x9 +40 offset S-low disk
Rear 19x10 +38 offset S-low disk

They don't come with tires so I was wondering what tires to get for them. I am SLAMMED on HKS Hypermax RS's so these will tuck well, but wanted a bit of a stretch in the rear. The whole offset and tire size thing gets me a little confused sometimes. I know the look I'm going for, but need the help to get there. Thanks V8 Aristo and Sleeper. As soon as I know the sizing, the sooner I can order the tires.
That should fit with no fender mods. The camber alone would let you avoid rubbing.
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Thank you very much Sleeper, Chrispy, and guys! I think that I am going to go with the 235/35 and the 265/30 that Sleeper suggests. When I get everything, I'll post some pics! Thanks again guys!
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IMO 235 or 245/35/19 Front, 275/30/19 Rear... It also depends on the tires too- Nitto555s have a thicker look to the sidewall compared to say Bridgestone Potenzas that have a thinner look to the sidewall..
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Chris, your front fenders are rolled right?


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