RCZ's 370Z Journal.

Red__Zed · 12-31-2010, 01:17 AM

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Originally Posted by ChrisSlicks

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

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 · 12-31-2010, 07:31 AM

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Originally Posted by 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?

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.

Red__Zed · 12-31-2010, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by 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.

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 · 12-31-2010, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by 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.

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

Red__Zed · 12-31-2010, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by ChrisSlicks

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

Agreed. No sense risking those rims though.

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