11-08-2005, 11:27 PM
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Mustang Fanatic
Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: Tyler, TX
Posts: 568
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Re: 17 x 9" Cobra rims...Tire size?
I have 255/45/17's on my 17 X 9 Cobra R's, they are perfect. I have had 255/40/17's and they were good. 245/45/17's are not quite wide enough for the rims and they bow out to meet the rim at the bead. This makes them vulnerable to curb rash...I know first hand.
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1997 Mustang GT Convertible, 4.6L Auto, Autumn Orange w/Saddle Tan Top & Leather Interior, Styling Bar, 17 X 9 Polished Cobra R's on Nitto NT 555's, Ford Racing Bullitt Suspension package, Mac CAI, Steeda UDP's, Flowmaster 40 Series Catback, SCT X-Calibrator II, Zaino Shine, 7 time Show Winner, driven daily 
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