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Jun 29, 2008 | 11:52 PM

sshsbball5

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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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Jun 29, 2008 | 11:56 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

Aaron

The 18 inch 245X40 are best and are better ride and cheaper then 20 inch.

Jun 30, 2008 | 12:09 AM

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please, please, please do not put 20's on an rx-8..

Jun 30, 2008 | 12:20 AM

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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?

Jun 30, 2008 | 12:30 AM

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READ the wheels and tires section you will find what you are looking for (aka the "will it fit" thread)

Jun 30, 2008 | 03:19 AM

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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.

Jun 30, 2008 | 09:58 AM

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Wheels, not rims!!

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https://www.rx8club.com/rx-8-discussion-3/what-do-you-think-these-wheels-149603/

Not a Cadillac...

Jun 30, 2008 | 07:52 PM

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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.