RCZ's 370Z Journal.

RCZ

Need some advice

What does everyone think about running a 245/40/19 on a 9.5" wheel? It would be temporary until I get the right size. Should I do it or should I just wait and not mount anything until I have the right tires?

I know it will fit...but mounting/dismounting is dangerous...etc. Anyone got experience?

m4a1mustang

I would just wait. That is going to be pretty narrow.

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ChrisSlicks

Only a 1/2" different than stock, wouldn't think that would be too dangerous.

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Red__Zed

Stock tires are on the smaller side for the rim to start off with.

I think you'd be ok for milder driving, but why risk it?

ChrisSlicks

I've seen fools put a 225 on a 9.5" rim to get that stretched look. The tire didn't fall off but you have to look out for every curb and pothole around that wants to eat your rim.

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Red__Zed

You also affect the integrity of the tire. Most of the time it is fine, but there is a much higher chance of catastrophic tire failure if the tire has been stretched.

RCZ, I think those rims will look sweet on your car. I'm excited for pics.

ChrisSlicks

Exactly. I don't encourage it, although 245/40 isn't that stretched.

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Red__Zed

Agreed. No sense risking those rims though.

tranceformer

do it once, do it right.

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