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11-08-2005, 11:27 PM
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Location: Tyler, TX
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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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