265s ok on 17x9?

Zatrekaz · February 2nd, 2012, 06:07 PM

I currently have 275s, but I am considering buying a set for 265s. Will I notice anything at all?

Also... how are the Michelin Pilot Sport ps2 tires? Compared to like the Nitto NT555?

Shelbydog! · February 2nd, 2012, 06:15 PM

Why are u going narrower? IMO 275s fit perfect on 17x9. Too skinny, and it looks like u cheaped out.

Zatrekaz · February 2nd, 2012, 06:26 PM

Because there is someone on here with a good deal on some 265/40/17 tires. Surely the difference between 265 and 275 is marginal at best. Not that big of a size difference I would imagine.

Shelbydog! · February 2nd, 2012, 06:37 PM

10 mm. A little less than 1/2 inch. Probably wont be too noticeable.

Zatrekaz · February 2nd, 2012, 06:40 PM

Ya... so no change really at all. Now, for the other question... The Michellen PS2s... good bad?

Every review seems to claim they are amazing. Even found where a Z06 owner used them and said they were the best tires ever.

I was going to just get one new Nitto NT555 since I have a fairly new one on one side, but for like $50 more I can get two PS2s. Then sell the NT555 for some recoup...

Shelbydog! · February 2nd, 2012, 08:10 PM

I've never owned a set of Michelins'. I'm doing some tire shopping as well and it sucks reading reviews.

SlowSix · February 2nd, 2012, 08:26 PM

people run 255/40/17s on the front with 17x9s. shouldnt be a big deal.

SALEEN961 · February 2nd, 2012, 09:03 PM

The PS2s are 0.32" narrower then the NT555s, I always just check the manufacturer dimensional specs as advertised size can often vary greatly from measured size. A good example is when I went from 195s to 205s on one of my cars, the 205s had a 1.4" wider tread which is a much larger difference then the advertised tire size implied.

02GT89 · February 2nd, 2012, 09:13 PM

Nitto Invo

The best all around tire I've ever had rain snow or shine I've had no traction issues and this set is fixing to hit 20k miles
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mcqueen · February 2nd, 2012, 10:42 PM

I used to run 245s on my 18x9s (front wheels) and you can probably run as big as 285 or so without any big issues. So 265s will work fine if you found a good deal on them.

February 2nd, 2012, 06:07 PM	#1
Zatrekaz Wax on, Wax off 2003 Mustang V6 16.8@83.3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Mississippi Posts: 6,954 iTrader: 15 reviews	265s ok on 17x9? I currently have 275s, but I am considering buying a set for 265s. Will I notice anything at all? Also... how are the Michelin Pilot Sport ps2 tires? Compared to like the Nitto NT555? __________________ Black Bullitt Rims FT/FS Looking to Sell or Trade for Silver FR500s Looking to buy a lot of 99-04 Interior Pieces If you have any for sale, PM me

February 2nd, 2012, 06:15 PM	#2
Shelbydog! MM sticker peddler slowmatic Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: OK Posts: 1,793 iTrader: 4 reviews	Why are u going narrower? IMO 275s fit perfect on 17x9. Too skinny, and it looks like u cheaped out. __________________ Visit this thread, more stickers possible coming soon! http://www.moddedmustangs.com/forums/clubhouse/263411-gauging-interest-more-new-mm-sticker.html

February 2nd, 2012, 06:26 PM	#3
Zatrekaz Wax on, Wax off 2003 Mustang V6 16.8@83.3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Mississippi Posts: 6,954 iTrader: 15 reviews	Because there is someone on here with a good deal on some 265/40/17 tires. Surely the difference between 265 and 275 is marginal at best. Not that big of a size difference I would imagine. __________________ Black Bullitt Rims FT/FS Looking to Sell or Trade for Silver FR500s Looking to buy a lot of 99-04 Interior Pieces If you have any for sale, PM me

February 2nd, 2012, 06:37 PM	#4
Shelbydog! MM sticker peddler slowmatic Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: OK Posts: 1,793 iTrader: 4 reviews	10 mm. A little less than 1/2 inch. Probably wont be too noticeable. __________________ Visit this thread, more stickers possible coming soon! http://www.moddedmustangs.com/forums/clubhouse/263411-gauging-interest-more-new-mm-sticker.html

February 2nd, 2012, 06:40 PM	#5
Zatrekaz Wax on, Wax off 2003 Mustang V6 16.8@83.3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Mississippi Posts: 6,954 iTrader: 15 reviews	Ya... so no change really at all. Now, for the other question... The Michellen PS2s... good bad? Every review seems to claim they are amazing. Even found where a Z06 owner used them and said they were the best tires ever. I was going to just get one new Nitto NT555 since I have a fairly new one on one side, but for like $50 more I can get two PS2s. Then sell the NT555 for some recoup... __________________ Black Bullitt Rims FT/FS Looking to Sell or Trade for Silver FR500s Looking to buy a lot of 99-04 Interior Pieces If you have any for sale, PM me

February 2nd, 2012, 08:10 PM	#6
Shelbydog! MM sticker peddler slowmatic Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: OK Posts: 1,793 iTrader: 4 reviews	I've never owned a set of Michelins'. I'm doing some tire shopping as well and it sucks reading reviews. __________________ Visit this thread, more stickers possible coming soon! http://www.moddedmustangs.com/forums/clubhouse/263411-gauging-interest-more-new-mm-sticker.html

February 2nd, 2012, 08:26 PM	#7
SlowSix Formerly 01silversixer 2001 V6 15.47@89.57 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 3,471 iTrader: 1 reviews	people run 255/40/17s on the front with 17x9s. shouldnt be a big deal. __________________ Build Thread

February 2nd, 2012, 09:03 PM	#8
SALEEN961 Regular 1999 V6 Mustang Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Wayne, PA 19087 Posts: 270 iTrader: 0 reviews	The PS2s are 0.32" narrower then the NT555s, I always just check the manufacturer dimensional specs as advertised size can often vary greatly from measured size. A good example is when I went from 195s to 205s on one of my cars, the 205s had a 1.4" wider tread which is a much larger difference then the advertised tire size implied.

February 2nd, 2012, 09:13 PM	#9
02GT89 eating 1 ricer at a time 2002 mustang GT not sure only ran on the streets so far! Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Missouri Posts: 3,444 iTrader: 3 reviews	Nitto Invo The best all around tire I've ever had rain snow or shine I've had no traction issues and this set is fixing to hit 20k miles /Thread Sent from my Autoguide iPhone app __________________ Power in the hands of a few Buy your coffee from 02gt89 I guarantee better than starbucks click here

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