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Old 06-29-2008, 11:52 PM
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I am trying to decide between 18" wheels and 20" wheels. If i get the 20's, what size tire would i need? Thanks

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Originally Posted by sshsbball5
I am trying to decide between 18" wheels and 20" wheels. If i get the 20's, what size tire would i need? Thanks

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The 18 inch 245X40 are best and are better ride and cheaper then 20 inch.
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please, please, please do not put 20's on an rx-8..
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Would 20's look bad? i always thought they'd look awesome on an rx8. what size tires are best for 20's though just in case?
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READ the wheels and tires section you will find what you are looking for (aka the "will it fit" thread)
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The closest to the factory 225/45/18 is 245/30/20 (http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html). But as has been mentioned...PLEASE don't put 20's on an RX-8.
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https://www.rx8club.com/rx-8-discussion-3/what-do-you-think-these-wheels-149603/


Not a Cadillac...
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Just be careful. You have to realize there is a bad downside to bigger rims. I have 19" on my car right now, & the ride is a good bit stiffer. with 20" I bet the tire looks like rubber bands & the ride will be ridiculous.
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i would never put 20s on my car. but i do have to say that 20s fill out the wheel wells much better than 18s.
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