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Widest tires I could run with this set-up???

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Old Nov 6, 2013 | 01:28 PM
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Widest tires I could run with this set-up???

Hey guys I have a 93 FD with Eibach Springs.

Wheels are:
Front: 18x8.5 +45 offset
Rear: 18x9.5 +55 offset

What are your recomended tire sizes? I am thinking either:
Fronts: 235-40-18 or 245-35-18
Rear: 265-35-18 or 275-30-18

I like the 275 rears for the extra width but I like the 265/35 for the extra height which will help with my gearing. I also want to make sure I have no rub.

Input from the tire experts would be appreciated.

Thanks!!!!!!!!
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Old Nov 7, 2013 | 11:43 PM
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The wheels alone are going to be a tight fit with stock sized shocks/springs vs smaller 2.5" coilvers. You may actually require a spacer especially in the rear to push out that +55mm to something like 45-50mm offset.

These two will almost keep the same overall diameter if your worried about optimal abs performance at all.
235/40/18 front
265/35/18 rear
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Old Nov 8, 2013 | 05:52 PM
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Thanks, I think I will go with those sizes. The wheels have been on the car for the past 3 years. No issues at all.
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Old Nov 9, 2013 | 09:47 AM
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I would fit a 225/40/18 front and a 255/35/18 rear. The tires would be installed with a slight stretch and better performance would be attained for handling.
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