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Old 10-02-2005, 09:47 AM
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I currently run 17" wheels with Goodyear F1'sfront and rear.

The fronts are 215's and the rears 225's.

I need new rears and wondered the pros and cons of fitting 245 rears ?
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Pros - more grip


Cons - more grip
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Originally Posted by Shipley,Oct 2 2005, 06:47 PM
I need new rears and wondered the pros and cons of fitting 245 rears ?
I thought that in anything other than the stock Bridgestones, you fit a larger size, ie. 225 front and 245 rear. Mind you that refers to the OEM 16" rims on the pre MY04s ...
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The front is fine but the rear OEM Bridgstones have the same contact patch as a 245 wheel therefore youshould get a 245 tyre for the rear.
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It depends what width your wheels are, but the 17" sizes from the factory are 215/45/17 front, 245/40/17 rear. Always try to keep the stagger.
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It also depends on the rim width - One would hope the aftermarket rims are at least as wide as the OEMs.
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Thanks all

I'll phone for a quote
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I'd say 245
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Ian - what tyre sizes are you running on your car?
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