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Originally posted by twin plugged targa
Can someone just verify something for me-
I was told by a Porsche mechanic that the RUF 17" wheels are only good with a certain brand of Dunlop tire (cannot remember the model) due some problem with fitting/bead issue?
That if an unsuitable tire is installed on these rims there is a potential for the tire to 'peel' off the rim!!!!! ?
Is there any truth in this rumour????
anyone?
Also I am contemplating purchasing a ruf converted 911 with 36K miles on the clock (no ruf wheels) for $38k sound about right?
Car has RUF 5 spd tranny also!.
Many thanks
Ben
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Some of the mid 80s Ruf came w/ the Dunlop Denloc tires and rims. These were also used on 959s and were an early version of a run flat tire.
The official word is no, regular tires should not be used on the Denloc "L" rims.
Unofficially lots of people have done it. At their own risk of course.