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Old 06-13-2005, 06:38 AM
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I'm getting 17x7.5 F and 17x9 wheels. I decided on 225/45/17 and 255/40/17 S03 but my tire shop bought a whole bunch of S-02 at really low prices, problem is they don't have 225/45/17 for the front. Only 205/50/17.

The shop is a Bridgestone dealer. The S03 will be $1500 CAD installed while the S02 will be $1000CAD.

I'm not sure about the 205F/255R S02 combination. I'm sure it will look fine but will it handle properly?

Any insight is appreciated.
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understeer at the limits.... you will plow through turns...
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i have the Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 in 225/255. Most people I have talked to like them better than the S03s....
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Originally Posted by 44Runner,Jun 13 2005, 08:29 AM
i have the Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 in 225/255. Most people I have talked to like them better than the S03s....


the question was regarding the size combination he want's to use.

On a side note...I agree with the PS2's being
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SO2 in 17"are most likely "Z"series for Porsche,not nearly as good as SO3.
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Thanks for the info. I'm going with the S03. The last time I compromised on tires I wasn't happy.
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