18s and 17s..?
#1
09-29-2009, 10:48 AM
18s and 17s..?
ok so i've been looking at rims a lot lately on AM and i defiantly want 18x10 in the rear with some drag radial tires. but i was going to do 18x9 in the front but the question popped how about some 17x9 to not only give a nicer look IMO but save on some cash, this is my DD so i was just curious as if this is a good idea or stick with the 18x9, i am going to lower the car and get CC plates in the future as i'm a college student, playing baseball so im not currently working as of yet. but thanks for the replies and must needed answers!
Last edited by probiker427; 09-29-2009 at 10:52 AM.
#2
09-29-2009, 02:29 PM
get 18x9 and 10 saleens and be done with it, IF your getting 18's. They are my favorite wheel in 18 inch. 17's would have to be FR500's for newedge. BUT the only problem i see with staggering like that, is tire profile problems. It would be annoying to match the profile of the front tires vrs the back. BUT im sure the other guys can help you out better.
#3
09-29-2009, 02:50 PM
i really like the black fr500, but the saleens are my second choice if im not able to have the staggered look..
#5
09-29-2009, 06:25 PM
i seem to remember reading somewhere on AM that you should stick with the same rim size all the way around, i cant remember why, and i cant seem to find the tech article i got this info from.
#6
09-29-2009, 06:29 PM
Oh find it please. cause i was gunna buy 18x10s for my rear when i got 17x9s on my front.
#8
09-29-2009, 06:44 PM
BINGO
"Can I put 17x9 wheels on the front and 18x10 wheels on the back?
In theory, yes, but we don't recommend it because it throws off your rolling diameter.
The tire sizes we recommend are the best fit for the wheels we sell. If you use the recommended tire sizes, you will have a fat front sidewall and a skinny rear sidewall. You can get around this, by using a taller tire in the back, which will give you the correct sidewall height. However, doing this throws off your speedometer, and you will need to purchase a handheld tuner to correct it.
Note: For owners of 1994-2004 Mustangs that still want to do 17x9 in the front and 18x10 in the rear, the tire sizes you need will be as follows:
17x9: 275/40-17 or 245/45-17 (depending on the year of your car)
18x10: 305/35-18
At this time, we do not offer the proper tire size for 2005+ cars."
http://www.americanmuscle.com/info.h...ion=botnav#faq
^under the wheels and tires section in the FAQ
"Can I put 17x9 wheels on the front and 18x10 wheels on the back?
In theory, yes, but we don't recommend it because it throws off your rolling diameter.
The tire sizes we recommend are the best fit for the wheels we sell. If you use the recommended tire sizes, you will have a fat front sidewall and a skinny rear sidewall. You can get around this, by using a taller tire in the back, which will give you the correct sidewall height. However, doing this throws off your speedometer, and you will need to purchase a handheld tuner to correct it.
Note: For owners of 1994-2004 Mustangs that still want to do 17x9 in the front and 18x10 in the rear, the tire sizes you need will be as follows:
17x9: 275/40-17 or 245/45-17 (depending on the year of your car)
18x10: 305/35-18
At this time, we do not offer the proper tire size for 2005+ cars."
http://www.americanmuscle.com/info.h...ion=botnav#faq
^under the wheels and tires section in the FAQ
Last edited by INtZ; 09-29-2009 at 06:46 PM.
#10
09-29-2009, 07:34 PM
BINGO
"Can I put 17x9 wheels on the front and 18x10 wheels on the back?
In theory, yes, but we don't recommend it because it throws off your rolling diameter.
The tire sizes we recommend are the best fit for the wheels we sell. If you use the recommended tire sizes, you will have a fat front sidewall and a skinny rear sidewall. You can get around this, by using a taller tire in the back, which will give you the correct sidewall height. However, doing this throws off your speedometer, and you will need to purchase a handheld tuner to correct it.
Note: For owners of 1994-2004 Mustangs that still want to do 17x9 in the front and 18x10 in the rear, the tire sizes you need will be as follows:
17x9: 275/40-17 or 245/45-17 (depending on the year of your car)
18x10: 305/35-18
At this time, we do not offer the proper tire size for 2005+ cars."
http://www.americanmuscle.com/info.h...ion=botnav#faq
^under the wheels and tires section in the FAQ
"Can I put 17x9 wheels on the front and 18x10 wheels on the back?
In theory, yes, but we don't recommend it because it throws off your rolling diameter.
The tire sizes we recommend are the best fit for the wheels we sell. If you use the recommended tire sizes, you will have a fat front sidewall and a skinny rear sidewall. You can get around this, by using a taller tire in the back, which will give you the correct sidewall height. However, doing this throws off your speedometer, and you will need to purchase a handheld tuner to correct it.
Note: For owners of 1994-2004 Mustangs that still want to do 17x9 in the front and 18x10 in the rear, the tire sizes you need will be as follows:
17x9: 275/40-17 or 245/45-17 (depending on the year of your car)
18x10: 305/35-18
At this time, we do not offer the proper tire size for 2005+ cars."
http://www.americanmuscle.com/info.h...ion=botnav#faq
^under the wheels and tires section in the FAQ
with a tuner 
Which im guna buy before the rims.
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