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Time for new tires. What sizes can I go with?

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The Big Al

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The car is a 2000 Coupe. It has the factory crosslace wheels on it. It has the factory size 225/60/16 on it right now but I'd like to go wider. Maybe a 245. Only problem is, the only 245's I'm seeing are a 245/50/16 and I've noticed most people on here don't recommend going under a 55. So whats a popular tire size people run on these cars when they wanna replace the puny 225's? Looking for an all season tire BTW. I know winter is approaching but down here in Alabama winter driving is not a problem.
 
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You could only run a 245/50/16, nothing else would really fit.

225's aren't even "small", tread compound is the key if you are looking for a performance and grip along with ride quality.

So pick your posion with whatever 245/50 size you can find.
 
The height is determined by a mathematical equation based on the width. If you want 245 width and have 16s you want 245/55/16. They are 26.7" tall which is the same height as stock 225/60/16. 245/50/16 only come in at 25.7" tall.
 
stealthee said:
The height is determined by a mathematical equation based on the width. If you want 245 width and have 16s you want 245/55/16. They are 26.7" tall which is the same height as stock 225/60/16. 245/50/16 only come in at 25.7" tall.
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That's the size I've been looking for. I havent been able to find any that size. If you know of a brand that makes that size let em know.
 


You should just upgrade and get some 17" or 18" wheels. Fairly easy to find a set cheap. I went with 17" wheels and just put on some new rubber. 245/50/17 Going to put my lowering springs in once the weather warms up.
 
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