need to know what tire size i'm gonna need for 18" wheels.. not lowered and lowered sizes preferably if they're different..

245/45/18 is ok if your not lowered

245/50/18 is ok also

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245's holy shit that's wide.. am i gonna have to roll the fenders?

maybe it's different for the 97-03- don't really know. I got 245/45/18 on my car right now.

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I run 245/45-18's and I am lowered. I did have to roll the fenders. I rolled the inner fender lip all the way up and I don't rub any more.

My wheels are 18x8 with a +35mm offset.

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Nexen N3000 245/45/18 FTW

and NOT lowered.....YET!!!

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Wheel width and offset?

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245-45-18 and 235-50-18 will fit perfect without any rubbing. 245-50-18 will give you rubbing issues with the spring perch.

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245/45/18 almost fits the exact number specs as the stock tire size of 225/60/16. Its the better choice.

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depending on how low you are. 245/40s look best.

245/45 for stock height

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I ran 235-50-18 tires on 2 different GP's and never had an issue. Beside you can get the BFG KDWS in that size for $90, which is a great deal for a fantastic tire.

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I run the 235/50/18 BFG KDWS

Last year I ran 255/45/18 in rear and 235/50/18 BFG KDW. I did have a little fender rubbing in the rear.

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i havee 245-45ZR18's on my summer wheels..however theyve never been mounted to the car so i cant tell you how they fit, lol.

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Kyle those tires will fit ok on your car with your new wheels, the 97-03's are basically the same as the 2004 GP's in that aspect. If it's not lowered you won't have a problem with them rubbing.

Tyler I have a nice set of 245-45-18 summer tires for sale here:

viewtopic.php?f=24&t=9779&p=159470#p159470

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well i have the best of both worlds, because my car has comp g shocks and struts on iot, which "lifted" the car..so im not too worried about any rubbing..

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Hey Rkelc, are those Nexan N3000 good tires? How long have they last for you?
I saw a couple set's of 4 on ebay for about 300$ and I really need new tires since I just bought some 18" rims.

Anyone know where I can find the 235/50/18 BFG KDWS for 90$?

Thanks guys

I buy my KDWS 18's at www.discounttiredirect.com/

Usually have the best pricing, sometimes free shipping, and great customer service.

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I found the BFG KDWS for 91$ a peice. Are these better than the Nexan N3000? Will they last longer?
I am planning on only using these tires in the summer, but I dont want to buy summer tires and change them every year. I am not a crazy drive so basicly I want a long lasting tire, that is also reliable.

I seen on the Discount Tire Direct website that they offer a Certificates for Free Replacement
for BF Goodrich g-Force T/A KDWS for 12.50$ per tire. Anyone think thats a good deal? Has anyone ever had all 4 tires blow? Would it be safe to only buy the Certificates for Free Replacement on 1 or 2 tires? Any info its appreciated. Thanks

Dan....
I've have run the NEXEN's for only 6 months and seem to be fine, I like them (even though I haven't driven the car in 3 months).....They seem to grab the road nicely and I also bought them for the tread pattern......

KDWS....



Nexen N3000




Now spend a LOT more $$$

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KDW's are not worth it IMO. Mine lasted all of 7500 miles. 2 events and 1 round trip from PA to FL.

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Thanks guys, I am going to go with the Nexan. There only 300$ so if I burn through them fast I will just try another brand.