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Old May 17, 2009 | 03:26 PM
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What is good tire size for front 8 1/2" rim for a 1995 Z28

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I have a 1995 Z28 I just bought a set of c5 Corvette wheels. They are 17"x 8 1/2 front and 18"x 9 1/2 rear. The tire dealer put on 225/17 tires in front because he said that anything wider would rub. I thought that 245's would work on the front. Am I wrong.

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Old May 17, 2009 | 07:44 PM
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You are correct, they will fit fine.

SS Camaros and WS6's came with 275/40-17's up front on a wider wheel. 245's will be fine considering 245/50-16 was an optional tire size for 4th gen F-body cars.
Old May 17, 2009 | 10:01 PM
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Thanks for your response. I appreciate it very much

Thanks very much for your reply. I appreciate it very much.

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Old May 17, 2009 | 11:44 PM
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Just to be clear, you need a 245/45-17.
Old May 18, 2009 | 12:30 AM
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thanks Fred

Thanks Fred
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