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Old Oct 11, 2005 | 03:33 AM
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What 16" tires would best fit the GS
I have some 16x7 rims and was wondering what size tires would fit the GS without rubbing. I will be using the adapters.
I think they are 1.25"

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Old Oct 11, 2005 | 03:45 AM
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i've had 215's on with no problems on my old 84. currently 205's, but when i get the bfgoodriches i'll be rocking 215x28 LOL
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Old Oct 11, 2005 | 04:00 AM
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215x28 damn sounds good, whatcha have going on there? Did you have 40, 45, or 55 series?

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Originally Posted by BUSAFREAK
I have some 16x7 rims and was wondering what size tires would fit the GS without rubbing. I will be using the adapters.
I think they are 1.25"

Thanks y'all!
That would depend entirely on the offset of the rims you're using...
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Old Oct 11, 2005 | 04:25 PM
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The rims are 40 offset
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Old Oct 11, 2005 | 05:36 PM
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And you have 1.25" spacers in the front and back?
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Old Oct 11, 2005 | 10:23 PM
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And you have 1.25" spacers in the front and back?
Yes, front and back
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I would go with 205's in the front and 215's rear.
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