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Old Mar 4, 2014 | 01:17 PM
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Rims name

How are these rims called.They are 15 inch and pretty sure they were standard but I can't find their name thou they have the Pontiac name on them.

Also what is the most white tire that works on them.I see 215/65 R15 was the default.Will 235 fit on that.

thanks in advance.Sorry if the question looks stupid but here in europe they are really hard to find ,especially if you are trying to keep the originality.
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Old Mar 4, 2014 | 01:23 PM
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I believe those are just called Formula wheels. A 235 will fit but 225 might look a little better.
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Old Mar 4, 2014 | 01:29 PM
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you can fit a 255 tire
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Old Mar 4, 2014 | 01:57 PM
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Re: Rims name

Originally Posted by RedLeader289
I believe those are just called Formula wheels. A 235 will fit but 225 might look a little better.
thank you.I thought 16 inch rims were on formulas .

Of course with 235 wont be /65.As the tire gets wider the ratio has to get smaller to keep the size.

Originally Posted by Javier87z28
you can fit a 255 tire
This sure sounds interesting.What is the exact size please .
Wonder if I'll find some pics ...255 seems really wide compared to stock 215 but probably look really good.
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Old Mar 4, 2014 | 02:02 PM
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Originally Posted by amtct
thank you.I thought 16 inch rims were on formulas .

Of course with 235 wont be /65.As the tire gets wider the ratio has to get smaller to keep the size.
I think the early models had 15's and then came the 16's...I'm not positive though. I'm more of a camaro guy.

Ah yeah, that makes sense.
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Old Mar 4, 2014 | 02:28 PM
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Re: Rims name

I Think Those Were Referred To As Turbo Wheels.

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Old Mar 4, 2014 | 03:13 PM
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Ive heard them called "20 slots" too.
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My 91' base model bird came with them ... I sold the whole set for 75$ in perfect condition

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Old Mar 4, 2014 | 04:30 PM
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Re: Rims name

Originally Posted by 1991sleeper
My 91' base model bird came with them ... I sold the whole set for 75$ in perfect condition
wow .You should see the prices in Europe....
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