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Rough Ride? 275-40-17 vs. 245-40-18

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Old May 30, 2003 | 01:42 PM
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Rough Ride? 275-40-17 vs. 245-40-18

1998 trans am convert. 48k miles

will the ride be too rough with 18s?

i've got 245-50-16s now.

thanks
Old May 30, 2003 | 05:35 PM
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Re: Rough Ride? 275-40-17 vs. 245-40-18

Originally posted by BlackNotchLX
1998 trans am convert. 48k miles

will the ride be too rough with 18s?

i've got 245-50-16s now.

thanks
My car did roughen up a bit going to a 265/35/18 from the stock 16" tire/rim set up. 245/40/18 would be about the same. Handling and looks make up for it though. Be sure to get concentric hub rings too.
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