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nckissfan
05-15-2007, 03:23 PM
hey, I am looking at different rims. What size tires go on say 17" FR500's? I have 245/45/17 now, but some websites say that I would need a 275/40/17. That seems big for a front tire.
Sonic03inSC
05-15-2007, 03:46 PM
17x 9 275-45-17
17x10.5 315-35-17
http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h72/maxxreebo1/DSC002932.jpg
http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h72/maxxreebo1/IMG_4196.jpg
nckissfan
05-15-2007, 03:54 PM
ok, thanks. Are those Hypercoated? or just silver? They look good!:thumbsup:
Sonic03inSC
05-15-2007, 04:02 PM
Those are anthracite.
nckissfan
05-15-2007, 04:17 PM
nice, what brand tire is that?
Sonic03inSC
05-15-2007, 05:34 PM
nice, what brand tire is that?
Front Nitto 555
rear Nitto 555R in pics but running 315 MT DR's now
nckissfan
05-15-2007, 07:06 PM
thanks for the info. Your car looks great!!
Bartman01
05-22-2007, 01:39 PM
hey, I am looking at different rims. What size tires go on say 17" FR500's? I have 245/45/17 now, but some websites say that I would need a 275/40/17. That seems big for a front tire.

275's fit fine on the front, they come right to the edge of the car. As far as what *can* go on the rim, pick your tire and visit the MFG's web site. They will have a chart that lists the wheel ranges that each size of a specific tire is rated for. Looking at the BFG KDW info just for a reference - on a 17x9 rim the following tires are recommended:

235x40
235x45
245x40
245x45
255x40
255x45
275x40

Out of those, the 245x45 (OEM size) and 275x40 share the same overall wheel/tire size. Any other size may need an adjustment to correct the speedometer.