I lust for these wheels
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because with 17's you have a smaller sidewall, and not a 55 sidewall like you would on a 16.
the ideal tire size for a 16 on our cars is a 205/55, thats a lot of sidewall. with 17s the ideal size is 225/45. a 45 sidewall is still plenty of sidewall, but its smaller, so therefore stiffer and will handle better.
you can see for yourself here, stock size is 195/65-15
http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html
the ideal tire size for a 16 on our cars is a 205/55, thats a lot of sidewall. with 17s the ideal size is 225/45. a 45 sidewall is still plenty of sidewall, but its smaller, so therefore stiffer and will handle better.
you can see for yourself here, stock size is 195/65-15
http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html
hiddengamer7
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Do not get 225/50's for a 16 inch wheel unless it is wider than 8 inches, they will look huge and meaty, I made that mistake. I am currently trying to sell my tires, they are Kumho Ecsta ASX's and if you want them, I will make you a deal that you cant refuse.
brettg4215
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ugly imo.
but its whatever floats your boat.
but its whatever floats your boat.
i hope this isnt serious.
hiddengamer7
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Be prepared for some massive hunks of rubber.
