V6 (1994-2004) Mustangs Technical discussions on the 3.8L and 3.9L V6 torque monsters

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Old Jun 27, 2007 | 10:38 PM
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Alright I have a couple bare back tires that are Dunlop Sport 5000, 245/Z50-17, but I don't want to spend like $150 dollars for each tire! I was thinking about even by new rims if i can save some money on tires in the long run also. Anyone have any suggestions?
Old Jun 27, 2007 | 10:48 PM
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what size are your rims? 245/50/17 seems off. it should be 245/45/17. either way you can find tires that size a lot cheaper than 150 a tire. you can get pretty good ones for about 100 or less a tire
Old Jun 27, 2007 | 10:56 PM
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Ummm I have no idea, came with the car when I bought it so. Well thats what they are, 245/50/17. Where would I be able to get some for 100 or less?
Old Jun 27, 2007 | 11:20 PM
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check tirerack.com they normally have some of the best prices and u will want a 245/45/r17
if nothing else just check their prices and ratings on a tire brand then look for them locally
Old Jun 28, 2007 | 01:36 AM
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check tirerack.com they normally have some of the best prices and u will want a 245/45/r17
if nothing else just check their prices and ratings on a tire brand then look for them locally
So that 245/45/r17 would work then?
Old Jun 28, 2007 | 03:26 AM
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I usually get my tires from discount tire. They have pretty good prices and a huge selection. And I love their waranty for tires, the last time I bought a set from them I believe the waranty was like $18 a tire, and if they ever blew or got a nail in them or anything, they would replace the tire for free. I would compare these guys to the tirerack prices and check some local places too. I'm sure you can get some good tires for less than $100.

http://www.discounttiredirect.com/di...r=45&rd=17
Old Jul 5, 2007 | 10:50 PM
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if yours are 245/50/r17 then no 245/45/r17 would not work
Old Jul 6, 2007 | 12:41 AM
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if yours are 245/50/r17 then no 245/45/r17 would not work
yes they will basically he has the wrong tire size on now!!! a 245/45/r17 is what he needs to keep the same tire circumference as a stock tire

yes they will work for all 4
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