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Jul 9, 2005 | 10:54 PM

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kentchoi

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Got my new GS300 MSRP 50,409 fully loaded for 46,000 on the dot. Mercury metallic with black interior. The lowest price I've seen so far so I jumped on it 7/8/05. Stock tires are dunlop 225/50/17's My question is for all of the tire experts out there...Which tire is most compatible for a replacement 225/40/18's or 225/45/18's to ensure optimal fit and performance?
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Jul 12, 2005 | 10:11 PM

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225/45/18 is the right one

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Jul 13, 2005 | 10:46 AM

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245/40 18 is the size I recommend.

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Jul 14, 2005 | 07:53 AM

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after getting a great link, http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalcold.html
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The closest fit is 225/45/18!!!
THANKS!!!

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Jul 14, 2005 | 11:49 AM

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245/40 would be optimal for 18s but if given only the two choices, I'd go with the 225/45 too.

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