RE: Tire Size for 2004 Civic LX 4DR - Should I go for 205/45/17 or 215/45/17
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RE: Tire Size for 2004 Civic LX 4DR - Should I go for 205/45/17 or 215/45/17
Hi Guys,
Thanks for all your help. I know it's been ask too many times but I'm really concerned which tire size to use. I have looked through forums and people have different answers and opinions.
Anyhow, I have a 2004 Civic LX 4DR Stock height and finally was able to restore the rims that I bought 17" and now looking for tires. I only have one shot for this since I only save enough to buy a set of 17" tires.
Should I got for 205/45/17 or should I go for 215/45/17. My biggest concern is tire rubbing and also as much as possible a little of comfy ride due to more rubber. Has anyone tried these on stock height and not ending up getting any tire rubbing? Please post pictures if possible. Thanks guys!!!
Thanks for all your help. I know it's been ask too many times but I'm really concerned which tire size to use. I have looked through forums and people have different answers and opinions.
Anyhow, I have a 2004 Civic LX 4DR Stock height and finally was able to restore the rims that I bought 17" and now looking for tires. I only have one shot for this since I only save enough to buy a set of 17" tires.
Should I got for 205/45/17 or should I go for 215/45/17. My biggest concern is tire rubbing and also as much as possible a little of comfy ride due to more rubber. Has anyone tried these on stock height and not ending up getting any tire rubbing? Please post pictures if possible. Thanks guys!!!
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Re: Tire Size for 2004 Civic LX 4DR - Should I go for 205/45/17 or 215/45/17
I have 215/45s with no rubbing issues on a lowered 02. Plus, it'll mess with your speedometer the least
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The width of the tire I don't believe would have much effect on a more comfy ride however a taller sidewall would. I would try and stick with close to OEM size and riding on 205/45 would work well for DD.
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As mentioned, 215/45R17 is the closest size for 'OEM' speedo reading with 17s.
215/45R17 = - 0.6 mph diff.
205/45R17 = -0.54 mph diff.
Sure, the difference may seem insignificant, but 1/2 of a mph can get you into trouble if you're already speeding and entering the hot zone to trip a radar gun. ;p
215/45R17 = - 0.6 mph diff.
205/45R17 = -0.54 mph diff.
Sure, the difference may seem insignificant, but 1/2 of a mph can get you into trouble if you're already speeding and entering the hot zone to trip a radar gun. ;p
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