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Can i use 245/45/17

Old Dec 4, 2016 | 03:07 PM
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Can i use 245/45/17 tires
On a 2004 with sport package and aftermarket rims?
I think my rims have more offset than stock but not much more.
A great deal on these snow tires
 
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Old Dec 4, 2016 | 03:17 PM
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I dont think so, the diameter will be out by too much: its recommended to stay within 3% but it may affect 4 wheel drive or DSC if fitted?

Stock Tire Size - 225/45R17

Imperial Metric Section Width:
8.86 in
225.00 mm
Rim Diameter:
17 in
431.8 mm
Rim Width Range:
7 - 8.5 in
Overall Diameter:
24.97 in
634.30 mm
Sidewall Height:
3.99 in
101.25 mm
Radius:
12.49 in
317.15 mm
Circumference:
78.45 in
1,992.71 mm
Revs per Mile:
832.92/mi
Actual Speed:
62.14 mph
100.00 km/h
Speed Variance:
-
Diameter Variance:
-







Tire Size 1 - 245/45R17

Imperial Metric Section Width:
9.65 in
245.00 mm
Rim Diameter:
17 in
431.8 mm
Rim Width Range:
7.5 - 9 in
Overall Diameter:
25.68 in
652.30 mm
Sidewall Height:
4.34 in
110.25 mm
Radius:
12.84 in
326.15 mm
Circumference:
80.68 in
2,049.26 mm
Revs per Mile:
809.93/mi
Speedometer Reading:
60.42 mph
97.24 km/h
Speed Variance:
2.76% too slow.
Diameter Variance:
2.84%
 
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Old Dec 4, 2016 | 03:54 PM
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What about 245 40R17. That would be closer.
 
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