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Tire size question
Looking for a pair of Fuchs 9 x 16 for my 1985 911 Targa. What size tires would I mount on 9" rims. I just want to make sure there is sufficient tire availability before I purchase this size rim. Also I believe 9's would fit my year car without tire / fender interference- can someone please confirm.
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05-17-2011, 02:11 PM
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Depends on the ride, tire manufacturer, alignment and the mods on the fender....245-255/45 is the acceptable application. Just my opinion....some will differ......
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05-17-2011, 02:30 PM
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245/45's are a good fit... Save your money, and buy 17's! Much better selection of tires!
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05-17-2011, 02:36 PM
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You know I'm really very concerned with tire availability. Does anyone have a recommendation for 17" rims style / mfg.
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205/215/225 width for the front and 255 for the rear will fit a torsion bar Carrera just fine given that the offsets are correct.
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05-17-2011, 04:06 PM
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If the car is just for street, and maybe a bit of AX, I'd suggest the cheaper alternative "Rota."
7.5/9x17 pressure cast wheel. $1200 for a set. see the official Rota thread for comments & pics. I just received a new set I'll be using for street. http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsche-911-technical-forum/372735-official-rota-fox-pix-thread.html Available at WHEELDUDE.COM I have a set of Fikse FM10's for track use that are forged. Lighter weight, and stronger. About 3 times the cost though... Other good forged wheels in 17 - Forgeline, HRE, Kodiak, Lindsey...
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05-17-2011, 04:55 PM
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