255/45/17 too tall for the back?

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Jun 1, 2005 | 06:20 PM

Ubetit

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255/45/17 too tall for the back?

I bought some rims that have 225/45/17 tires in the front and 255/45/17 tires in the back. Both the front and back are taller than stock but the rear is noticeably taller. Is it okay to run with this setup until i can get some 255/40/17 or 265/40/17 rubber back there?

Jun 1, 2005 | 06:35 PM

03_AP1

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From: Pembroke

its safe...but watch your speed, as your Speedo will read a little lower. I wouldn't do it for too long.

Jun 2, 2005 | 03:16 AM

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I have a yellow box for my 4.57 gears. I can adjust for the speedo

Jun 2, 2005 | 07:15 AM

SIIK2NR

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It's fine...we have people locally that run taller tires in the rear... Just change it to the right size after you burn through em...

Jun 2, 2005 | 09:47 AM

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Check the Tire Size Calculator in the Library.

Jun 2, 2005 | 01:10 PM

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That tire is going to be 1" taller than stock. Not only would the speedometer be off but the odometer and gear ratio and anti lock brakes as well. I would not recommend it.