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Old Feb 17, 2002 | 09:48 AM
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Will 255-50-16's Clear Fenders In Rear?

I need new rear meats. Since 245-50-16's are stock size, and since you cannot rotate front to back with IROC rims anyway , I was thinking of going one size larger / wider in the REAR.. That would be 255-50-16's. Anyone try this...and do they rub / scrape on rear fenders under ANY circumstances, like hard cornering on off-ramps, etc? And what brands of tires does anyone out there prefer? Thanks in advance.
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Old Feb 17, 2002 | 12:02 PM
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No problem.I run 255/50/16s Comp TAs all around.
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Old Feb 17, 2002 | 02:21 PM
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From: CC, TX
Car: 1999 Yamaha Banshee
Engine: 379cc twin cyl 2-stroke stroker
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no problems here
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Old Feb 18, 2002 | 03:10 PM
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They'll fit no sweat. I've got 285-40/17 0n my 86, and with the right back space and a 9" rim They never rub. You should'nt have any problems
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