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jwolf19
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PostPosted: Thu Dec 06, 2007 5:38 am    Post subject: empi 8 spokes?! Reply with quote

I just picked up a set of 8-spoke empi wheels and tires for $30.00. The tires are there, just shot. What zise should I use if a have 2.5 drop spindles?

Thanks for any advice and/or help!
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PostPosted: Thu Dec 06, 2007 6:37 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

145's or 135's either one will give you plenty of clearance, if you ever plan on going lower I would get the 135's. Good luck hope this helps.
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PostPosted: Thu Dec 06, 2007 7:59 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

I have 195/50's.... more contact patch for better handling and it a low profile tire. But it also depends on how low you are as to what size you can run
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PostPosted: Thu Dec 06, 2007 11:36 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Zacharysayre wrote:
I have 195/50's.... more contact patch for better handling and it a low profile tire. But it also depends on how low you are as to what size you can run


A happy medium is 175/65's. I've run those on Empi's with drop spindles and disc brakes. They grip well and don't rub.

In the end, you'll have to do lots of measuring and figure out exactly what size tire will fit.
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