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Old 05-13-2017, 05:08 PM   #4
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Originally Posted by TofuJoe View Post
You can fit a 215/45/17 on the 7.5" JDM wheels. 225/45/17 is more optimal, so there will be a slight stretch but no big deal. Search the forums - I think there was someone on the NorCal board who was selling a set of these wheels.
thanks, what do you mean by the "slight stretch" will it wear prematurely or something? I'll take a look at the marketplace

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Originally Posted by STV3 View Post
Super Sports run wide. The tread width on the 215/45 is 7.7" so it will basically be a perfect flush fit.

I have 225's (8.2" wide) on my 17x7.5 wheels and its def more of a beefy tire look than flush look.
sounds good thanks
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