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Old Mar 2, 2009 | 02:31 PM
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i was looking at these rims for my 08 ls

http://www.msrwheels.com/auto_car_wheels.cfm?id=411

the black with the red lip
but i don't know what size tire is the correct one so that it will not rub at all
can someone help me out

thanks
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Old Mar 2, 2009 | 02:32 PM
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225 40 18
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Old Mar 16, 2009 | 06:06 PM
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k so i went to 2 tire places today and they told me 215/45/18

also im hearing some people use 240 and some use 245

whats the correct i need. i have a LS isn't dropped but i might drop it after i get the rims. but right now im worried about the correct and proper size tires to get so nothing will rubs or anything
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Old Mar 16, 2009 | 07:58 PM
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i have a ls with sportline springs and 225/40/18 doesnt rub or anything theyre perfect
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Old Mar 16, 2009 | 07:59 PM
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Originally Posted by dsmlaser90
225 40 18
X2. 215/45/18's are a bit narrow for an 8" wide rim. 245's will likely rub.
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Old Mar 16, 2009 | 10:22 PM
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yeah my friend has 17 inch rims and he has 225/45's

so i should get 225/40 or 225/45?
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Old Mar 17, 2009 | 02:53 AM
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40 lol
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Old Mar 17, 2009 | 10:46 AM
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If you need some MSR WHEELS - PM me for great pricing
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