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Feb 26, 2008 | 09:39 AM

Imperium

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tire width

I need new rims and tires, probably going for the z06 17"s which are recommended 275/40, will 275s be ok in the front or should I go for something smaller?

Feb 26, 2008 | 11:15 AM

02StanGT

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RE: tire width

I believe SS's wear 275s up front. I had some on my '97 back in the day. Had no problems.

Feb 26, 2008 | 11:18 AM

LT1RUNNER

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RE: tire width

You had that wide of a tire in front?! I have 255's up there and they look good.

Feb 26, 2008 | 11:20 AM

02StanGT

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RE: tire width

Yes. Not now, as I have a different '97.

Feb 26, 2008 | 12:00 PM

95slvrZ28

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RE: tire width

I run 275's all the way around. That was OEM size for SS's, I don't have any problems with rubbing etc.

Feb 26, 2008 | 03:29 PM

importmd

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RE: tire width

i also run 275's all around, no issues

Feb 26, 2008 | 07:12 PM

98ss4REAL

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RE: tire width

275's in the front 315's in the back is the way to go i hook nice!!! o ya and get some nitto drag radials for the rear or any d.r if ya can

Feb 27, 2008 | 01:06 AM

95slvrZ28

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RE: tire width

The only issue with 315's in the back is if you want to rotate tires you can only do left to right, and you have to pay a minimum of $200+ per rear tire if you don't want a crap tire.