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Old Aug 2, 2003 | 05:11 PM
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From: Ft.Bragg, NC
Car: 1989 Iroc Z
Engine: 305 TPI
Transmission: T5
Axle/Gears: moser 28spline/Auburn posi w/ 3.73
Rim and Tire ?????'s

I want to put new rims on my 1989 IROC Z and I will probably be getting either 17x8 or 18x8 IROC rims. I would like to have 18's but my question is will they fit and what size tire will I have to run? Also if any one has this setup and would like to post a pic that would be great.
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Old Aug 4, 2003 | 07:10 AM
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I got 17x8 Centerlines with 245-45/17 all around the front is ok but I would not go any wider. The rear 255 or 275 depending on the clearance you have and the backspacing of the rims. I'm not sure about the IROC rims but you should be able to go 255 without any problems
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Old Aug 4, 2003 | 01:54 PM
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I would go with the 17" Wheels/Tires unless you spending more money for the 18" Tires. I have 17x8.5 & 245/45/zr17 set up on my 87Z.

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Old Aug 4, 2003 | 05:08 PM
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From: Ft.Bragg, NC
Car: 1989 Iroc Z
Engine: 305 TPI
Transmission: T5
Axle/Gears: moser 28spline/Auburn posi w/ 3.73
I have decided to go with the 17 inch rims with 245s in the front but I would really like to know how wide I can go in the rear keeping in mind it is a 8inch wide rim.
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