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Old Mar 28, 2013 | 11:17 AM
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new tire question

i have a 1989 Camaro rs..it has 235/60 15r tires on it but the tires are crazy expensive what's a different size that will fit properly onto the 15 inch rim and what effect will it have? thanks in advance first day in the forums! \m/



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Old Mar 28, 2013 | 11:24 AM
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Re: new tire question

If you stick with those wheels that's about it if you stay with the same tire diameter. And you probably should. Look for a set of 16 or 17 inch wheels and the tire selection is much better. Better tires and prices.
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Old Mar 28, 2013 | 11:26 AM
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any tips were i might find a set of wheels that fit and will it affect gas mileage or my spedo


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Old Mar 28, 2013 | 11:30 AM
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or what about 215 65 15r would they fit my stock rims and what would be the drawbacks


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Old Mar 28, 2013 | 11:31 AM
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Get 235/60/15's and they fit nice and will keep your speedo about dead on. I have them on my RS, the car is very dirty in this pic, but you get the idea
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Old Mar 28, 2013 | 11:40 AM
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Get 235/60/15's and they fit nice and will keep your speedo about dead on. I have them on my RS, the car is very dirty in this pic, but you get the idea
that's what i have but the cheapest i find are over 500 for a set...know of any cheaper?


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Old Mar 28, 2013 | 12:15 PM
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Try Thirdgenranch they usually have sets. Or this board for sale, Craigslist, eBay etc. Junk yards? Just have to do some research.
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Old Mar 29, 2013 | 12:04 AM
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Here you go = http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....omCompare1=yes
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Old Mar 29, 2013 | 07:23 AM
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that's what i have but the cheapest i find are over 500 for a set...know of any cheaper?


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When I got my car the fronts were new, but I had to buy 2 new rears, I got them at NTB and they were like $273 installed for the 2. IMO the BFG's are worth the money, great tire, love the looks of the solid white letters.
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