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Old Jun 19, 2005 | 06:34 PM
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What size tires for 18" wheels for my Iroc?

Hi Guys,

I just bought a set of 18 x 8" chromed Iroc wheels for my 87 Iroc.
I was wondering what size tires would fit.
I was thinking about 245-40-18 on all four corners.
What would you recommend ?

Thanks for your help.

Brian
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Old Jun 19, 2005 | 10:22 PM
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245/40/18

Thats what I would put on and what tirerack recommends as well, so sounds good!
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Old Jun 21, 2005 | 02:50 PM
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Thanks!
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Old Jun 21, 2005 | 03:16 PM
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I see you are in Zeeland...did you get your rims at Lakeshore wheel and Tire in Holland?
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Old Jun 21, 2005 | 08:17 PM
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No,

I e-mailed the person in Livonia Mi. who had some on E-bay awhile back, and asked if I could get a set . They came from California. Does Lakeshore Wheel & tire sell them too?

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Brian
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Old Jun 22, 2005 | 06:47 AM
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Yep, they have them...I was over there last summer drooling all over them when I bought some new tires from them. They sell them for $195 a wheel. Not too bad considering you don't have to pay for shipping.
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Old Jun 22, 2005 | 05:37 PM
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Car: I have a 70 Chevelle SS, and I have an 87 Iroc Z that I just brought back too life!
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Wow!

I'll have too keep them in mind next time I'm looking for a set of wheels.
I paid $170.00 +ship. I saved $14.00 buying them online.


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Old Jun 22, 2005 | 06:20 PM
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Cool, that's a pretty good deal!
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