Choosing the right tire

[Merlin]

Not sure if this goes in the lounge but here goes:

I am planning on getting new SS take off rims. They will be 17x9, could some one explain how to choose the right tires? The thing is that I want to keep the outer diameter of the tire the same (or close) so that I don't lose acceleration. I would like to get something in the 245 width range.

Also which brand would you guys recommend. I am looking mainly for a good bargain. But not necessarily for "Wallmart" tires.

Thanks

PS. I currently have 215s on 16x8 steel rims.

[ May 21, 2003: Message edited by: Merlin ]</p>

[Infernal]

Moving to Suspension...

[Merlin]

doh! suspension! I feel dumb now [img]graemlins/dunce.gif[/img]

[ May 21, 2003: Message edited by: Merlin ]</p>

[LordoftheBling]

get some 275/45/17 and be happy. they will look nice. 245 is to skinny for that size rim. 245's look ok on 8 inch rims. kumho are decent tires. you wont hook on them but they are good all around tires

[ May 21, 2003: Message edited by: LordoftheBling ]</p>

[Merlin]

Do these rims seem reasonably priced to you? they seem too good to be true at $599. I wonder if I am missing out something. Also would it be bad taste to put SS wheels on a V6 even if they don't say SS?

SS Takeoffs

[ May 21, 2003: Message edited by: Merlin ]</p>

[Dominic]

1. You can get these wheels for less from lmperformance or acaperformance.

2. On a 17x9 wheel you should run one of the following sizes, all other sizes are taller or shorter than stock.
P255/45R17
P275/40R17

3. You lose acceleration by increasing the wheel assembly inertia, and this is accomplished simply by going to a larger wheel. You won't lose much with SS wheels since theyre light weight, but it will be present.

Here is a good list of tires I've tried and recommend in order of cost in P275/40R17 size:

• Kumho ECSTA 712
• Yokohama AVS ES100 (I'm running these on my Camaro)
• Kumho ECSTA MX
• Dunlop SP5000 (I enjoyed these on my prev firebird)
• Pirelli PZero Nero
• Bridgestone Potenza RE750
• Dunlop SP8000
• Firestone Firehawk SZ50EP
• BFGoodrich g-Force T/A KDW
• Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D3
• Yokohama AVS Sport
• Michelin Pilot Sport

The P255/45 series offers the inexpensive Kumho 711 and if you're on an extreme budget but want nice tires, these H-Rated rubbers are great. I think theyre only $75/ea or so.

[Merlin]

<blockquote>quote:</font><hr>Originally posted by Dominic:

3. You lose acceleration by increasing the wheel assembly inertia, and this is accomplished simply by going to a larger wheel. You won't lose much with SS wheels since theyre light weight, but it will be present.
<hr></blockquote>

Thanks! I can't believe I missed on that fact. I think I will still go with the 17" they still have to be MUCH lighter than these steelies I have now anyway. I checked lmperformance and they are only 4 bucks cheaper but SLP has a special where they give free shipping [img]graemlins/thumbsup.gif[/img] I think I am going to get the rims even if I dont put them on immediately (need 4 new tires) cause it seems like a good deal to pass on.

[Merlin]

Do any of you guys have experience with this supplier?

www.chevypartx.com

I found the same wheels here for $283, I am guessing that is for a whole set of 4. But I am skeptical because they have this disclaimer:

"OEM Alloy Wheel/Rim - Original equipment wheels that are reconditioned to look like brand new wheels"

[2002firebirdguy]

Don't worry bout tast. I just say SS stands for Super Six or
Sick Six

or something like that! [img]smile.gif[/img]

[Wicked 3800 V6]

Merlin that recond site is for ONE WHEEL.
-Rob

[Merlin]

<blockquote>quote:</font><hr>Originally posted by Wicked 3800 V6:
Merlin that recond site is for ONE WHEEL.
-Rob<hr></blockquote>

huh, what a rip off... :eek: