[DeTomaso] 17'x11' Campy clones

[swleslie at pol.net]

So, what tire size do you recommend for a pre-L 1972 no flares with 16"
front wheels?  245/40/16?



>
> In a message dated 12/26/06 9:25:03, tbaranek at earthlink.net writes:
>
> << Will 285-40 through 335-35 fit on 17x11 Campy clones on the rear of a
> stock bodied 73 Pantera.
>
>>>>Absolutely!  Your choices also include 315-35.
>
>>On 17x8 fronts...what are my tire options...just street driving, no
> tracking.
>
>>>>Your best bet is a 245/40, or a 225/40 if you can find it.  Many tire
>>>>
> manufacturers sell a 245/45 which is way too tall--in fact it is taller
> than any  of the corresponding rear tires, giving the car a decidedly
> weird stance.
>
> Mike
>
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