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Old May 23, 2008 | 09:29 PM
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I have a 05 mustang GT what is the biggest tire that can go in the rear? Like right now im on stock tires 235's i want a like a 285 or 315. SOMEONE HELP
Old May 23, 2008 | 09:43 PM
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I'm running 295/45-18 in the rear and I've seen 305's as well.
Old May 23, 2008 | 09:48 PM
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I run the stock 18's on the street at the track I run 275/40/17s.
Old May 23, 2008 | 10:25 PM
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do you have wheels or are you getting new?

I've seen cars fit 315s on a 10.5" rim under the well
Old May 25, 2008 | 10:37 PM
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the largest i have seen with no tubbing is 305s. the 315s can scrub
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