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Old 06-03-2014, 04:56 PM
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Whats a good size wheel for an LS?
This is how my car currently sits with Eibach sportlines, Koni Yellowtops, and Stock 15" steelies


Im pretty much set on these Focal F16 wheels, but im not sure what size to get. Whats the "just right" size for a Cobalt LS?

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its all personal taste. I wouldn't go with anything above 17s... tire size will also alter the appearance, which could make it more aggressive looking
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17s or 18s IMO.
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I have both 17'' and 18'' wheels, just be aware of pot holes and you'll be good.
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215/45R17 should be safe with a drop, 205/50R17 would be safer
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I run 225/45/17 on my 17's.
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I had 245/45/17 on mine lowered.
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17 or 18. Don't go donk on us.
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anything 17 or 18 up to 9 inches wide

id stay in the 205-235 range of tires
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Originally Posted by andrewcarr1993
I run 225/45/17 on my 17's.
Same here, I'm on sportlines as well . No clearance problems.
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I've got 17's on my LS with 215/45/17 and now I need the sportlines. You should be fine on an 8" wheel, Im not a fan of my 7" ones anymore and I'm going up to 9".
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