Tires for GTA wheels
 

I figure this is on here a million times, but I can't find it.

I have bought stock 16x8 GTA wheels and am now looking for tires. I really want to know what the stock sizes were and what the largest tires I can run front and back.

I would like to run the same sizes on all 4 corners. Any input or tire suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Re: Tires for GTA wheels
 

245/50R16 is the stock size. For 16" wheels, 255s are basically the biggest you'll get in a street tire except for the BFG 295s, which won't fit up front.

So 255s is what your limited to.

Re: Tires for GTA wheels
 

Thank you! Time to start looking now.

Re: Tires for GTA wheels
 

255 will give you a tall looking tire and looks kind of goofy go with 245's.

Re: Tires for GTA wheels
 

Not at all..

First off, 255 is only 10 millimeters WIDER (not taller)

And secondly, the aspect ratio (45 or 50) is only a percentage number of the width. So the overall diameter of a 255 vs a 245, for the same aspect ratio, would only increase by 5 millimeters. You'll never notice 5 millimeters in height.

Re: Tires for GTA wheels
 

Yeah I used to think the same thing tell I seen them mounted on wheels, lot of the older vettes run them, I noticed the difference.

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I've run 255s on all 4 corners & even the BFG 295/50s on the rear. Loved them all!

Re: Tires for GTA wheels
 

I appreciate the input! I think I'm going to go with the stock 245s on all 4 just because I like the look and it will be a while before my car gets the mods to really need tires this big. As far as that goes any suggestions on tires or brands? Or ones to avoid? Thanks

Re: Tires for GTA wheels
 

i really like the look of the nitto 555! the drag radial looks sick and was wondering if i can get a street tire with the exact same tread pattern. i might consider the drag radials but im running a 10bolt rear. im on the fence because its still a mild motor and a weak rear end, but my 3:73 are sweeeeet. Is 555rt avalible in the 245/50/16? or any quality tire with a thick looking design, (looks matter)!

Its no longer a popular size, i wish i had 17'' rims:(

Re: Tires for GTA wheels
 

Michelin Pilot Sport A/S are about the best tire you can put on there. I found them for 158 a tire @tiredirect.com. Free shipping.