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Old Apr 13, 2009 | 08:56 PM
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Well aparently I need new tires. So what is the best one and size to go with?
Old Apr 13, 2009 | 09:06 PM
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Maybe if we knew what size of rims you had, we could help you out?
Old Apr 13, 2009 | 09:08 PM
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depends on what you're looking for. LOTS of threads on this subject if you use the search function.

summary of what you'll find-
BFG KDW II's
Nitto 555's, 555r

Track Drag Radials-
M/H
Mickey Thompson
Hoosier
Old Apr 13, 2009 | 09:11 PM
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Everytime I use the search function it doesn't work.. I have 18 inch.
Old Apr 13, 2009 | 09:13 PM
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18 by what? 18x9's? 18x10's?
Old Apr 13, 2009 | 09:18 PM
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Not sure I currently have BF Goodrich 255-45-18 and after a year and a half they have dry rotted. So I need new tires.
Old Apr 13, 2009 | 09:24 PM
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Are they the same width? Or do you have staggered, wider in back narrower in front?
Old Apr 13, 2009 | 09:26 PM
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Same width all the way around......
Old Apr 13, 2009 | 10:01 PM
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i say stick with the 255/45/18's all the way around. i run nitto 555's in that size up front.
Old Apr 13, 2009 | 10:03 PM
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Are they soft compound tires?



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