Widest tire accepted in our year?

mustangmanic · August 16th, 2008, 05:02 PM

Right now i have 295's and they're not even close to being big enough for my liking.

My buddy has some 345 bfg dr's that look freakin sick, but he had to roll the fenders, and i dont want something that big.

Would i be able to fit a 325?

SteviGX · August 16th, 2008, 05:13 PM

should be able to

White99stang · August 16th, 2008, 05:15 PM

how wide are your rear rims, if they are 10 inch than at least put 315's on them, 325-335's will work but hitting big bumps or if the car squats when getting on it can cause a problem.

03TropicGt · August 16th, 2008, 05:15 PM

ehh im not sure i thought 315 was the biggest

03TropicGt · August 16th, 2008, 05:16 PM

i think the only way to do it is if you either roll the fenders or dont lower the car and have some really stiff suspension. if not i think youll run into rubbing issues and what not

mustangmanic · August 16th, 2008, 05:54 PM

Originally Posted by White99stang

how wide are your rear rims, if they are 10 inch than at least put 315's on them, 325-335's will work but hitting big bumps or if the car squats when getting on it can cause a problem.

yeah i have 10''ers

i was thinking about some 315 bfg dr's but i'm kinda liking 325's haha.

And yes, my car is lowered 2.25'' and it squats when i punch it....

03TropicGt · August 16th, 2008, 06:06 PM

if it wasnt lowered youd prob be okay but it seems like youll be asking for trouble lol. is the suspension stiff?

347stroker · August 16th, 2008, 06:17 PM

I thought the 315's were as wide as you could go without rolling the fenders.

mustangmanic · August 16th, 2008, 06:21 PM

Originally Posted by 03TropicGt

if it wasnt lowered youd prob be okay but it seems like youll be asking for trouble lol. is the suspension stiff?

yeah... and yes, my springs are very stiff... riding in my car is like riding a 1 seater gocart down a rocky cliff haha.

johnr2001 · August 16th, 2008, 07:00 PM

there is a point that a tire can be to big and slow your car down if you dont have the power for it. keep that in mind unless your just going for looks and not performance.

mustangmanic · August 16th, 2008, 07:03 PM

Originally Posted by johnr2001

there is a point that a tire can be to big and slow your car down if you dont have the power for it. keep that in mind unless your just going for looks and not performance.

well considering i cant get traction worth shit in 1st or most of 2nd... i think these will most def help me.

a 315 or 325 isnt gonna slow down 280rwhp, otherwise everyone wouldnt be doing it.

johnr2001 · August 16th, 2008, 07:35 PM

Originally Posted by mustangmanic

well considering i cant get traction worth shit in 1st or most of 2nd... i think these will most def help me.

a 315 or 325 isnt gonna slow down 280rwhp, otherwise everyone wouldnt be doing it.

well actually my car was faster on the 275's then the 315's both hooked about the same. 390rwhp just throwing it out there. I have seen it at the track guys going with bigger tires and do nothing but slow down. you dont have to have a super wide tire for traction you just need the correct kind of tire.
why do you think guys run 15" rims with slicks one reason lighter.

93HatchsBFF · August 16th, 2008, 07:47 PM

where would you get tires that big i checked on discount tire online all they went up to was 275 or do you have to go to the store and have hem check?

product1620 · August 16th, 2008, 09:16 PM

if your having traction issues with a 295, then you need to make adjustments in your setup or your driving style. Could be shitty tires, could be the air pressure set to high, suspension set to stiff, you using the throttle like a switch, or all the above, seriously 295s are plenty wide enough for 280whp.

BWAL09 · August 16th, 2008, 09:22 PM

Originally Posted by johnr2001

well actually my car was faster on the 275's then the 315's both hooked about the same. 390rwhp just throwing it out there. I have seen it at the track guys going with bigger tires and do nothing but slow down. you dont have to have a super wide tire for traction you just need the correct kind of tire.
why do you think guys run 15" rims with slicks one reason lighter.

he's talking about the width, not the size of the sidewall

347stroker · August 16th, 2008, 10:36 PM

Originally Posted by product1620

if your having traction issues with a 295, then you need to make adjustments in your setup or your driving style. Could be shitty tires, could be the air pressure set to high, suspension set to stiff, you using the throttle like a switch, or all the above, seriously 295s are plenty wide enough for 280whp.

I agree.

johnr2001 · August 17th, 2008, 12:40 AM

Originally Posted by BWAL09

he's talking about the width, not the size of the sidewall

I am well aware of that 275 and 315 is the width, I just stated some guys run 15" rims for weight reduction

06RedfireGT · August 17th, 2008, 12:53 AM

Originally Posted by johnr2001

well actually my car was faster on the 275's then the 315's both hooked about the same. 390rwhp just throwing it out there. I have seen it at the track guys going with bigger tires and do nothing but slow down. you dont have to have a super wide tire for traction you just need the correct kind of tire.
why do you think guys run 15" rims with slicks one reason lighter.

If you run a taller tire you have to run a steeper gear to compensate.

That is why it slows them down.

acidtonic · August 17th, 2008, 12:54 AM

Might suggest an aftermarket adjustable pinion snubber with a softer rubber tip. Raise it up a bit until the fullest load isnt touching the tires. Of course proper suspension would really be the answer thats a short term fix.

mustangmanic · August 17th, 2008, 03:01 AM

Gentlemen... i have a great suspension. and i run bfg gforce kdw 2's Its not a drag setup running a 90/10 but i do believe my stiffness is set 60/40 if i do remember correctly

And i'm talking DR's i know for a fact that any DR will hook better than what i have now.

August 16th, 2008, 05:02 PM	#1
mustangmanic Hardcore Enthusiast 2002 Mustang GT 13.334 @ 106.27 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 2,767	Widest tire accepted in our year? Right now i have 295's and they're not even close to being big enough for my liking. My buddy has some 345 bfg dr's that look freakin sick, but he had to roll the fenders, and i dont want something that big. Would i be able to fit a 325? __________________ Accufab 75mm TB and Pleunm, JLT cai, Steeda Caster Chamber Plates, Eibach Sportline Springs, Tokico Shocks/Struts, Steeda Tri-Ax, FRPP Aluminum Driveshaft, FRPP 3.73's, Hooker LT's, Hooker O/R X, Pypes Violator Catback, SCT Xcal 2. 280rwhp 302.1rwtq

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White99stang MM's nicest mod, :) Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: elkridge, MD Posts: 2,854	how wide are your rear rims, if they are 10 inch than at least put 315's on them, 325-335's will work but hitting big bumps or if the car squats when getting on it can cause a problem. __________________ Have a Nice Day, Especially MSO 99 Mustang GT VT 302 Stroker 11.13@123 f.s. 9k 06 Dodge MegaCab Diesel 455rwhp/815rwtq

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johnr2001 Regular 2001 GT Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bivalve MD Posts: 440	there is a point that a tire can be to big and slow your car down if you dont have the power for it. keep that in mind unless your just going for looks and not performance. __________________ 2001 Gt,auto,J mod, 4:10s, B&M cooler, Hitech stage 2's, NX plate 100 shot, 75 mm tb, C&L upper plenum,BBK X with magnaflow's,Black FR 500,S,SCT tune from Bama chips.

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August 16th, 2008, 05:15 PM	#4
03TropicGt Enthusiast 2003 Mustang GT Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 524	ehh im not sure i thought 315 was the biggest

August 16th, 2008, 05:16 PM	#5
03TropicGt Enthusiast 2003 Mustang GT Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 524	i think the only way to do it is if you either roll the fenders or dont lower the car and have some really stiff suspension. if not i think youll run into rubbing issues and what not

August 16th, 2008, 06:06 PM	#7
03TropicGt Enthusiast 2003 Mustang GT Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 524	if it wasnt lowered youd prob be okay but it seems like youll be asking for trouble lol. is the suspension stiff?

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product1620 Regular 98 GT 14.60 @ 94.78mph Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Scranton, PA Posts: 267	if your having traction issues with a 295, then you need to make adjustments in your setup or your driving style. Could be shitty tires, could be the air pressure set to high, suspension set to stiff, you using the throttle like a switch, or all the above, seriously 295s are plenty wide enough for 280whp. __________________ 1998 GT FRPP: 4.10s, Alluminum d/s, king cobra clutch STEEDA:upper/lowers, springs, cc plates, tri-ax TOKICO: Adjustable shocks SPEC: alluminum flywheel K&N: Intake Screamin Demon ignition ----------------------- BUCK OFAMA

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acidtonic Regular 97 Cobra Join Date: May 2008 Location: Royal Oak Michigan Posts: 472	Might suggest an aftermarket adjustable pinion snubber with a softer rubber tip. Raise it up a bit until the fullest load isnt touching the tires. Of course proper suspension would really be the answer thats a short term fix.

August 17th, 2008, 03:01 AM	#20
mustangmanic Hardcore Enthusiast 2002 Mustang GT 13.334 @ 106.27 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 2,767	Gentlemen... i have a great suspension. and i run bfg gforce kdw 2's Its not a drag setup running a 90/10 but i do believe my stiffness is set 60/40 if i do remember correctly And i'm talking DR's i know for a fact that any DR will hook better than what i have now. __________________ Accufab 75mm TB and Pleunm, JLT cai, Steeda Caster Chamber Plates, Eibach Sportline Springs, Tokico Shocks/Struts, Steeda Tri-Ax, FRPP Aluminum Driveshaft, FRPP 3.73's, Hooker LT's, Hooker O/R X, Pypes Violator Catback, SCT Xcal 2. 280rwhp 302.1rwtq

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