245X45X16 on 7" Fuchs?

[MichaelN]

I located 245X45X16 Toyo Proxes T1Rs to put on my '81 SC, but I note in Toyo's specs that their recommended rim width range is "7.5-8.0-9.0" for this size tire. I'm running the stock 7" rims on the rear of my car. Is this going to be a problem? I'd like to hear from any of you running this size.

Thanks, as always.

[jorian]

Should be OK in the back but I believe the ride will feel a little mushy. The widest I would put on is the 225/50. IMHO The optimal tire for a 7" is the 205/55. I have two sets of 7's & 8's (street/track) and run 205 and 225's respectively. My car sits a shade below euro ride height and the fenders are rolled and I get no rubbing at full lock.

[Halm]

In keeping with what Jorian just said, I would not run 245/45 on a 7" wheel. As a matter of fact, I probably wouldn't put them on 8" wheels. They probably are best on 9" wheels.

[TechnoViking]

245s are too big on 7s.

[DanielDudley]

Originally Posted by Martin Smith

245s are too big on 7s.

Agreed. They are good on 8s and 9s. 225 is good on a 7.

[J.J.]

a 245 on a 7" rim will move around too much, don't put it on

[Noah930]

Look at the bright side: you now have good reason to go get a pair of 16x9 Fuchs for the rear.

[Head416]

That's the size I'm running on my 9's.

[diverdan]

245s not a good idea on 7s.

Dan

[sancho]

fit 225/50/16 on the rear, that is maximum...
do not go bigger