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Old Jul 27, 2011 | 09:40 PM
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Well it's time to buy new tires and captain hindsight failed when I bought the first set of wheels, it was the first so I got all excited. Anyways the main reason behind the change will come because I can spend $1000 for new tires or about $1300 for new tires/wheels, and hopefully sell the old ones,less than 2 yrs old, for $300 or more to make the difference. The main reason for the switch is the tire price difference, as the current run $1000 whereas the new setup would run under $700. The back two will be the 18x10 Black Saleen, but I am having a hard time finding ones for the front. I know the black Saleen comes with a 18x9 but I don't want such a wide tire for the front does anyone know of any that look similar to the Saleen but have a smaller diamater, hopefully 8 or less?
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Old Jul 28, 2011 | 06:14 AM
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Why would you want anything but 18x9? If you are staggering it is the perfect size to compliment the 18x10. Slap a 255/45/18 on the fronts with the 18x9 and call it a day my friend...don't mess with a winner man
What size are you planning on running on the backs by the way?
Old Jul 28, 2011 | 06:20 AM
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I wanted a smaller front like I have now, noticeably smaller front tire. I think 9 up front is just too wide, but if that is all there is then I will do that. As for the back 275/40/18
Old Jul 28, 2011 | 07:53 AM
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+1 what Mayo said. 255 up front on a 9" wheel is absolutely fine. And with the 10 on the back I'd see what I could find in 285 - 305.
Old Jul 28, 2011 | 07:56 AM
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unless it is a super deal on the 275/40, I would recommend you go up to 285/40 with the 10" rim bro...drop that ****** 1.5" and you have a perfect filament. Good-luck with her.
Old Jul 29, 2011 | 02:01 AM
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Originally Posted by Nuke
+1 what Mayo said. 255 up front on a 9" wheel is absolutely fine. And with the 10 on the back I'd see what I could find in 285 - 305.

Yes.............

I have 255/45/18 on 8.5 rims up front and 285/40/18 on 9.5 rims out back.

Looks awesome!!
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