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Old 12-19-2007, 04:21 AM
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I purchased my new rims and tires monday. I love the rims and the tires, but the tires size is not working on the back. I don't have enough side wall and the tire keeps trying to break loose at upper RPM.
Right now it's a 265/35/22 29.4" dia. Should I go with a 305/40/22 which is 31.5" dia. or a 305/45/22 which is a 32.8" dia.

I want to make sure this problem goes away. Please give me some advise, I'm going to call the tire place this morning.
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I am running 295/45/20 out back and I think it is a good medium between huge sidewalls and a bicycle tire. I still have traction issues though. What kind of tires you using?
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Nanking N-990. 420 treadwear AA traction.
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i went with the 305/40/22's. no more breaking the tires loose when I try to pass people, lol
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ah, I'm too late. I was going to say to check out getonitracing.net and send a pm to sparkplug, he works for Treads and Care and could tell you, he's running 22's on his Hemi Ram.
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Originally Posted by circusboy
i went with the 305/40/22's. no more breaking the tires loose when I try to pass people, lol
How does it look now with the back tires 2 inches taller?
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i'll get some pic's up soon
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She looks kinda like an old hot rod. She has a slight rake to her. I had to remove the spring clamps to allow for the wonder road conditions here in Louisiana. The ride feels much better now. I didn't get a chance to take any pictures last night, but as soon as I do I'll post them in the show & shine section.
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