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Old Mar 13, 2008 | 06:16 PM
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New tires today. Shoulda gone bigger!

I picked up brand new Kuhmo 245/50/16 H rated tires, basically stock. Decided to go "H" rated for price difference. But my real concern is there is still alot of space. I really wanted a fatter, beefier tire, I think they look better and give our rides a nice look. I shoulda waited and did my homework!!. I know on my 85 roc I had fat tires just dont remember the size?? whatta u guys think about that?
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Old Mar 13, 2008 | 11:33 PM
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Re: New tires today. Shoulda gone bigger!

I have always run 245 50 16's on mine, but have noticed a difference in tire width by tire brand. It seems like the Kuhmo's are a bit thinner than others I have run in the past.
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Old Mar 14, 2008 | 12:33 AM
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Re: New tires today. Shoulda gone bigger!

i have the same exact tires, but I have the 16x8 wheels, and that is the recommended tire size. The next size up for my wheels r the 255/50-16's and im not sure if thse would look too great.......but your right.. i do wish they were fatter...at least in the rear.
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