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Old 09-15-2005, 06:36 AM
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does 315/30/18 tire fits 18 x 9.5 wheel?
how is the fit if it is?

i just want a proof to someone
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Old 09-15-2005, 06:55 AM
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Every tire mfg posts specs on their web site.
Look up Toyo tires for example and see what rim they require for each tire size and style.
Usually there is a range of wheel widths for each tire.
Old 09-15-2005, 07:21 AM
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ok let me make it clear.
here's a guy saying that's the set up he has on his so called "porsche,ferrari killer" super car.
so i wanted to created this thread then link it to him.
so please post what you think here,the more the merier
(i already know what the answer is)
thanks
Old 09-15-2005, 09:08 AM
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My vote is no.

Even if you found a magical brand where it could fit, that's a horrible match in terms of size.

That tire size is for 18x11 - 18x12
Old 09-15-2005, 09:16 AM
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Nope wont fit
Old 09-15-2005, 12:53 PM
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In order for it to fit it would have to be a 315/20/18, "IF" it were to fit or made on a 9.5" rim.

I have 265/40/18's DR's on a 9.5"Rim which sits flush no stretch no buldge. So lets assume you increase tread print and reduce side wall.

285/30/18- No side wall,
295/25/18- rubberband
305/20/18- Elastic
315/15 or 20/18- Celophane wrapper WTF.

I'd say no but I'm no Tire Manufacturer.
Old 09-15-2005, 03:45 PM
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Originally Posted by barthelb
In order for it to fit it would have to be a 315/20/18, "IF" it were to fit or made on a 9.5" rim.

I have 265/40/18's DR's on a 9.5"Rim which sits flush no stretch no buldge. So lets assume you increase tread print and reduce side wall.

285/30/18- No side wall,
295/25/18- rubberband
305/20/18- Elastic
315/15 or 20/18- Celophane wrapper WTF.

I'd say no but I'm no Tire Manufacturer.
It doesn't work that way. A 315/35/18 is the same overall diameter as a stock 245/45/18. It can physically fit, but there will be severe sidewall bulge and IMO its not safe.
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Just come look for your self, We run this rear tire. We track this tire, and we daily drive on this tire. We have for years now. WITH APSOLUTELY NO PROBLEM

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Originally Posted by WA2GOOD
Just come look for your self, We run this rear tire. We track this tire, and we daily drive on this tire. We have for years now. WITH APSOLUTELY NO PROBLEM

Pics.
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Originally Posted by 1nate7
It doesn't work that way. A 315/35/18 is the same overall diameter as a stock 245/45/18. It can physically fit, but there will be severe sidewall bulge and IMO its not safe.
I guess it will physically fit, but you can't drive on it and its not the same overall diameter. Usually, to keep the same overall diameter when going wider on tires you need to decrease the sidewall height.


Originally Posted by WA2GOOD
Just come look for your self, We run this rear tire. We track this tire, and we daily drive on this tire. We have for years now. WITH APSOLUTELY NO PROBLEM.
There is currently according to Tire rack, 1 tire offered in this size, A kumho ECSTA. It says minimum width of 10-11.5". I doubt that fits but if it does show us so we can see.




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