how come every tire place recommends a 205/45/17...
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when in all actuality the perfect 17 inch tire is 215/40/17? im have lots of problems finding rims and tires i keep reading tech but just having so many probs im scared to go with a 205/40 tach is way off and the 215 is only .1% off that is the perfect tire im not understanding
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Originally Posted by italianrelic
when in all actuality the perfect 17 inch tire is 215/40/17? im have lots of problems finding rims and tires i keep reading tech but just having so many probs im scared to go with a 205/40 tach is way off and the 215 is only .1% off that is the perfect tire im not understanding
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I wanted to get 205-45's for my box but there are more tire choices in 215-40-17. The 205-45 gives you a little more sidewall and the narrower width MIGHT help a little on rolling resistance and gas milage. Go with the 215-40's!!!
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215.40.17 on my xA.
Biggest difference between the correct size and one size up or down is price. It's an odd size, so it costs a lot more. Maybe that's why they think you want something different.
Biggest difference between the correct size and one size up or down is price. It's an odd size, so it costs a lot more. Maybe that's why they think you want something different.
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Our fitment team has approved 215/40R17's as a guaranteed trouble fee/rub free fitment for your xB providing you are running properly specified 17 X 7 or 7.5" wheels with offsets between 37 and 42mm's. For more information please feel free to call or visit our site at:
http://www.tirerack.com/a.jsp?a=DJ1&url=index.jsp
http://www.tirerack.com/a.jsp?a=DJ1&url=index.jsp
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