2nd Generation Specific 1986-1992 Discussion

wheel sizes

Old Nov 21, 2002 | 03:12 PM
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whats the widest i can go front and rear for my 89 t2, also how big can i go and still be functional??
Old Nov 21, 2002 | 03:15 PM
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i was looking at racing hart cp-035 or cp-035r and wasn't sure if i should go up to 18" b/c the cp-035r only come in 18"
Old Nov 21, 2002 | 04:25 PM
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18" look nice but can be a bit overkill depending on the rim and if your car is lowered or not
Old Nov 22, 2002 | 08:00 AM
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http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html
Old Nov 22, 2002 | 10:29 AM
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you should be able to fit 18x8 and 18x9 no problem. it will look awesome too
Old Nov 22, 2002 | 11:03 AM
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Go for the Gold man!!

Volk TE37 Drag Wheels, 13x8!!! $2400CDN!!

Pimpin' from the side, But holy wide!!
Old Nov 22, 2002 | 03:14 PM
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im not sure exactly how wide my wheels are but the tire size 245/35/17..........they are so wide in the front the only thing I can stick between the rim and spring is literaly a piece of paper. never ever rubs tho!!
Old Nov 22, 2002 | 04:31 PM
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18x9.5 is pimp. But its a super tight fit.
Old Nov 22, 2002 | 06:19 PM
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17's will look just as good too.... 18's are more bling bling though...
Old Nov 22, 2002 | 07:24 PM
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I heard that bigger rims slow you down abit.

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