Tire Vs. Rim size

[warren s]

My 95 has 255 40 17s on the front, mounted on 8.5 inch stock rims. I am looking for some chrome saw blades and came across a set of 9.5s that look to be in good shape.

My questions is, would there be any problems putting P255s on a rim 1 inch wider?

 

[CLABORN1960]

I have 285/40/17 on all four corners of my 93. The rear rims are 9.5 and I think the front rims are 8.5..... I haven't had any problems other than not being able to rotate them and wearing out the rear tires faster than the front ones.....

 

[Tuna]

The goodyear tire specs on TireRack.com show recommended rim width for the 255/45-17 as 8-9.5". So, no problem.

When you buy new tires, switch to 275/40 or 285/40 for all 4.


BTW, Good Year and most other tire makers do not recommend installing the 275 or the 285 on the 8.5" rim.