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295/35/21. Anyone try?

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Does anyone know if a 295/35/21 will fit the stock 21s?

Thanks
 

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I believe a 275 is as wide as is advisable. I think a 295 is roughly 2.6" wider than the 9" stock wheel.
 

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I believe a 275 is as wide as is advisable. I think a 295 is roughly 2.6" wider than the 9" stock wheel.
Tire width is measured in mm. So 295 is about .78" wider than 275.

2.5" wider tire would be like a 335 width.
 

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Tire width is measured in mm. So 295 is about .78" wider than 275.

2.5" wider tire would be like a 335 width.
He said wheel and the measurement given would indicate the wheel is what was being referred to. A 295 is 11.6xx wider than the factory wheel at 9 inches.
 

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With the 35 aspect ratio, that tire is going to bulge on a 9" wide rim. A 295/40 would be a better choice if you want to use the stock wheels but still is a bit wide for a 9" wheel.
 

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295/45 would probably be best for the 21’s.

most people run 305/40/22’s

I’m running 285/35/24’s and no rubbing at all.
 

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Thanks guys. So either a 295/45 or a 285/40 or 45?? Just trying to find more options.


I will probably end up with some .75 spacers. Not sure if that will cause an issue.
 

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Keep in mind that those running 295, 305, or 315s are generally running 10" or 10.5" wide wheels. 295 or 305s generally need at least a 9.5" wide wheel.
 

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