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Old Oct 26, 2009 | 09:30 PM
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I just got a great deal on some A/T BFG 315/70R 17's which is a 34.5" tire, with like 80% of the tread left. Does anyone have a set of tires this size on there chrome 17" oem wheels. Im worried that the tires may be to wide to fit the wheels. I would love a picture if you do.

What is the width of the chrome 17" oem? I have seen conflicting statements, 17x8 on some and 17x9 on others.

I realize I am gonna have to crank my t-bar a little keep them from rubbing, so you don't have to tell me.
 
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Old Oct 26, 2009 | 11:14 PM
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Ok, For anyone who cares and doesn't know the stock 17's are 17x8. as far as 315/70/17 fitting, I have read conflicting statements, I guess Ill find out for sure when I try it tommorow.
 
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Old Oct 27, 2009 | 12:02 AM
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They will cup out if they don't come off the rim first.
 
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Old Oct 27, 2009 | 01:02 PM
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Well appearantly the wheels I pulled these tires off are 17x8 and the tires are fine, No cupping and they survived a wreck without coming off the rims. However, I have decided to go ahead and convince my wife to let me buy the 17x9 black and chrome wheels I have been wanting with the proper backspacing I need.

Anyone interested in a nice set of chrome 17" steelies? They have some nice 265/70/17 tires on them.

Ok been shopping around, There doesn't seem to be a whole lot of places with a large selection of wheels. Folks who bought wheels, Where you get your wheels?
 

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Old Oct 27, 2009 | 02:27 PM
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I bought some 17x9 black Cragars from summitracing.com. Fast shipping and cheap, too. Of course they are just black steel wheels. But I like them....

Check tirerack.com, discounttire.com, jegs.com, etc....
 
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Old Oct 27, 2009 | 03:28 PM
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I think these should do it nicely, Ill try to get some pics when I get em setup.

http://rimzoneonline.com/moto95117x9black.htm

Size: 17 x 9
Bolt Circle: 5x139.7Offset:-12Backside Setting: 4.53
Size: 17 x 9
Bolt Circle: 5x139.7
Offset:-12
Backside Setting: 4.53
 
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Old Oct 27, 2009 | 08:16 PM
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those look nice, I have 305/70/17 on the factory 17's for 2 years now. no cupping or them popping off. Just FYI.
 
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