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Whats the widest tire you can fit on the rear G-Spider Wheels?

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Old 09-26-06, 09:38 AM
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Default Whats the widest tire you can fit on the rear G-Spider Wheels?

Due to unforseen circumstances, my rear tires have to be replaced. Stock they are 255x40x18.

I was wondering if I can fit 265 or even 275's in the rear without any rubbing or bubbling problems because the rear wheels are 8.5x18
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Originally Posted by S54toIS350
Due to unforseen circumstances, my rear tires have to be replaced. Stock they are 255x40x18.

I was wondering if I can fit 265 or even 275's in the rear without any rubbing or bubbling problems because the rear wheels are 8.5x18
I think 265 will fit ok no sure for 275 man... better ask tireman...
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wow 275.. i have 275.. i dont' think it'll look right but if it works at least your rims will be well protected
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I definitely wouldn't go larger than 265's on an 8.5" wheel. I have 265's on a 9.5" wheel and that what is recommended by the tire manufacturers.
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Minimum recommended rim width for a 255 is 8.5". That's considered the small end of things. 265 and 275 require a 9" rim according to Bridgestone, (and likely all others). 8.5" is pretty narrow for tire with more than a 10" section width.
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