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Old Mar 1, 2002 | 09:51 AM
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Better check rim width requirements as Chris pointed out below....
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Old Mar 1, 2002 | 11:00 AM
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Too wide. Your tires will look like gumballs.
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Old Mar 1, 2002 | 11:09 AM
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Default Looks like it's OK (and I just asked Tirerack) Acceptable range is 8.5 - 10 inch rims for 255 tires
I might just have to go with those big 'ol 255's in the back.
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Old Mar 1, 2002 | 11:44 AM
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Because the 8.5 rims are too narrow?
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Old Mar 1, 2002 | 11:59 AM
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I've got 18x10's not a problem
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Default Confirmed by Tirerack. They will fit but do not recommend 255's on 8.5 inch rims.
He said it would look stupid.
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How wide are your rims?
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Old Mar 1, 2002 | 12:13 PM
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Default yep...225x40 at the front and 255x35 at the rear have the closest rolling diameter
and less chance of upsetting ESP ABS or quattro.

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Old Mar 1, 2002 | 02:23 PM
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You're golden then.. 255's would be the choice.
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