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    tire sizes?

    I asked this question before but i need more imput. What is the best tire size for 17*7 inch rims that won't throw off the speedometer?

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    215/40/17 ;)

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    how do you figure out what is the best size?

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    Originally posted by pHatSI07
    how do you figure out what is the best size?
    I could tell ya but then I'ld have to kill ya!!! ;)

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    k thanx i appreiciate the info :D

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    Originally posted by Low Rider
    215/40/17 ;)
    Gotta disagree with that. 215/45-17 is closer by a small amount. It's about 1.6% larger than stock, while 40-series is about 1.8% smaller. The doesn't sound like much, but it's better to be larger than stock than smaller, for ride comfort, rim protection, and gas mileage.

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