Determining Wheel Size
#1
Determining Wheel Size
I purchased my 06 GT about 3 months ago. It has 17" Bullitt wheels with 235/55/17 and 235/50/17 tires on it. I am wanting to purchase some new tires but I am curious what size the wheel actually is, 17x8?, 17x9? I don't know.
How could I find this out other than taking the vehicle to a shop or is a shop the only way? Been looking over the net but couldn't really find an answer so far.
I also want to go to a wider tire size, as wide as possible without rubbing or bulging. 255, 265?
Thanks
How could I find this out other than taking the vehicle to a shop or is a shop the only way? Been looking over the net but couldn't really find an answer so far.
I also want to go to a wider tire size, as wide as possible without rubbing or bulging. 255, 265?
Thanks
Last edited by jiga; 09-30-2010 at 12:39 PM.
#2
If you have a picture looking down the side, I can tell you via the appearance and the tire size you have mentioned. If you are running 235, I can guarantee you are not running anything over an 8.5" wheel and almost positive you are running an 8" wheel.
I just did some searching as well and was unable to determine, but may be able to get a 265 due to the profile hight, but will lead to some sloppy sidewalls in the corners. You should be able to see the width written on the inside/back of the spokes.
Jazzer
I just did some searching as well and was unable to determine, but may be able to get a 265 due to the profile hight, but will lead to some sloppy sidewalls in the corners. You should be able to see the width written on the inside/back of the spokes.
Jazzer
#4
Checked over the weekend and it showed 17x8 on the inside of the rim.
So what is the best size to put on there? I currently have 235/50/17. I would like to go a bit wider if I can, and maybe down to a 45 or 40.
Thanks
So what is the best size to put on there? I currently have 235/50/17. I would like to go a bit wider if I can, and maybe down to a 45 or 40.
Thanks
#7
^ Depending on the profile..... yes, you could
Be sure to confirm approved fitment via the manufacturers website of the specific tire you plan to run. Also confirm the tires dameter and is best to stick OEM diameter to avoid all issues of speedo/gearing issues. Speedo is easy to address, but may not want to deal with the issue.
Jazzer
Be sure to confirm approved fitment via the manufacturers website of the specific tire you plan to run. Also confirm the tires dameter and is best to stick OEM diameter to avoid all issues of speedo/gearing issues. Speedo is easy to address, but may not want to deal with the issue.
Jazzer
#8
I already have speedo issues ever since I tuned the vehicle. Currently working with Bama to resolve that issue.
Won't be getting new tires for some time, these still have some good tread on them.
Won't be getting new tires for some time, these still have some good tread on them.
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