17" winter tires on 2011 GT?
#1
17" winter tires on 2011 GT?
Hi all,
I was reading up on the threads referring to winter tires, and didn't find what I needed. Anyway, I am looking to purchase a 2011 GT. My questions is, can I get 17" rims and tires for my winter setup? I prefer a taller tire (matching OEM diameter) for a winter setup which seem to absorb the pot holes better in michigan. Plus that size is much cheaper.
I currently have a 2003 G35 sedan and use a 16" setup for winter, which does not an issue clearing the brakes even though the OEM size is 17.
I was reading up on the threads referring to winter tires, and didn't find what I needed. Anyway, I am looking to purchase a 2011 GT. My questions is, can I get 17" rims and tires for my winter setup? I prefer a taller tire (matching OEM diameter) for a winter setup which seem to absorb the pot holes better in michigan. Plus that size is much cheaper.
I currently have a 2003 G35 sedan and use a 16" setup for winter, which does not an issue clearing the brakes even though the OEM size is 17.
#5
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You can still go with an 18" snow tire. It's the tire OD you want to maintain as close to the stock tire OD, regardless if the wheel is 17" or 18". Also, for snow tires, the skinnier the better.
#6
I could probably save at least $400 by going with 17" rim and tires.
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