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      06-30-2012, 11:09 AM   #18
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Originally Posted by LarThaL View Post
The bigger change is the tires as opposed to the size. On 9" & 10" wheels the amount of difference in the contact patch between 245/265 and 255/275 is miniscule. The latter set-up also added some weight, and doesn't permit the use of spacers without rubbing in front. I really like the flush look that the spacers provide. As others have pointed out, a rear 285/30/19 would be great, but no PSS available in that size.
If Michelin starts making a PSS 285/30 I'd put it on. I think it's a better size in the back than the 275/35.
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